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Cleaning and Storage
1. Disengage the blade control switch, move the
motion controls outward to the neutral position,
engage parking brake, stop the engine, and
remove the key.
2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the entire machine, especially the
engine. Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of
the engine cylinder head ns and blower housing.
Important: You can wash the machine with
mild detergent and water. Do Not pressure
wash the machine. Avoid excessive use of
water, especially near the control panel,
engine, hydraulic pumps, and motors.
3. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner in Engine Maintenance section.
4. Grease and oil the machine; refer to Lubrication
section.
5. Change the crankcase oil and lter; refer
to Servicing the Engine Oil in Engine
Maintenance section.
6. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the
Tire Pressure in Drive System Maintenance
section.
7. Charge the battery; refer to Servicing the
Battery in Electrical System Maintenance section.
8. Check the condition of the blades; refer to
Servicing the Cutting Blades in Mower
Maintenance section.
9. Prepare the machine for storage when non-use
occurs over 30 days. Prepare the machine for
storage as follows.
A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner
to the fuel in the tank. Follow the mixing
instructions from the stabilizer manufacturer.
Do Not use an alcohol based stabilizer
(ethanol or methanol).
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most
effective when mixed with fresh gasoline and
used at all times.
B. Run the engine to distribute the conditioned
fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes).
C. Stop the engine and turn the fuel shut off
valve 90° to the “off ” position.
D. Restart the engine and run it until it stops.
E. Choke the engine. Start and run the engine
until it will not start.
10. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition;
refer to Servicing the Spark Plug in Engine
Maintenance section. With the spark plug(s)
removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons
of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Use the
starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil
inside the cylinder. Install the spark plug(s). Do
Not install the wire on the spark plug(s).
11. Clean any dirt and chaff from the top of the
mower.
12. Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt from
the underside of the mower, then wash the mower
with a garden hose.
13. Check the condition of the drive and mower belts.
14. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair or replace any part that is worn or
damaged.
15. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
16. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage
area. Remove the key from the ignition switch
and keep it in a memorable place. Cover the
machine to protect it and keep it clean.
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