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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance,
service or repairs with the engine running. Stop
engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove
key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and
secure away from plug. Engine and components are
HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool
before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and Vent
must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.
3.6 STORAGE (OUT OF SEASON)
If desired, the Rear Engine Rider can be stored on
the rear bumper. Perform the following procedures
to insure the Rear Engine Rider will operate
properly when taken out of storage.
3.6.1. Thoroughly clean the Rear Engine Rider by
removing all grass clippings and debris.
3.6.2. Perform maintenance and lubrication as
required.
3.6.3. Drain fuel from fuel tank.
3.6.4. Start engine and allow it to run until engine
runs out of fuel. This allows the carburetor and fuel
system to remain clean during storage.
3.6.5. Remove battery. Refer to Section
“BATTERY STORAGE”.
3.6.6. Close vent on fuel filler cap.
3.6.7. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear
bumper in desired location for storage.
3.7 REMOVING FUEL TANK
Before removing fuel tank from rear engine rider,
move rider outdoors where fumes can be easily
dissipated. Removal of the tank is accomplished
from the left side of the machine by pulling the tank
straight up and away from the fuel tank bracket.
See Figure 3.11. Holding the fuel tank, remove the
fuel filler cap and pour remaining fuel in an
approved container.
FIGURE 3.11
FUEL
TANK
BRACKET
FUEL TANK
FUEL
FILLER
CAP