Full Product Manual

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PRODUCT CARE
Maintenance
WARNING
Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage the PTO, move
the drive control levers in the neutral position and engage the parking
brake. Stop the engine and remove the key to prevent unintended starting.
Post-Operation Mower Care
After each operation of the mower, the following procedures should be implemented
to extend the life of your mower and ensure safe operating conditions.
DANGER
Failure to follow these recommendations may result in serious injury to
yourself or others and may cause damage to the mower.
CLEANING THE UNDERSIDE OF THE DECK
Rinse grass clippings from the deck’s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive
chemicals.
WARNING
Make certain the mower’s discharge chute is directed AWAY from people,
your house, garage, parked cars, etc.
1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake and stop the engine.
2. Use a hose to spray the underside of the deck.
NOTE: Make sure that the hose is not routed under the deck and is clear of all
moving parts.
3. After cleaning your deck, return to the operator’s platform and engage the PTO.
Keep the deck running for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside
of the deck to thoroughly dry.
CLEANING THE MOWER
WARNING
If the mower has been recently run, the engine, muffler and surrounding
metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Let the engine
cool for at least five minutes. Exercise caution to avoid burns.
Your mower should be cleaned after each use and under certain conditions, i.e. dry
conditions and/or mulching situations, additional cleaning may be necessary.
One of the best ways to keep your mower running efficiently and to reduce fire risk
is to regularly remove debris buildup from the mower. Follow the recommendations
below and contact your authorized dealer with any questions.
• Allow the machine to cool in an open area before cleaning.
• Do not use water on any part of the mower except the underside of the cutting
deck. Doing so can cause damage to the mower’s spindle bearings, electrical
system and engine, leading to premature failures. The use of compressed air
and/or leaf blower will help keep the mower clean.
• Clean around the exhaust manifold, fuses, all wiring and harnesses, muffler
pipe, muffler shield, engine intake screens and cooling fins, etc. See Figure 15.
Figure 15
• Clean the top of the mower deck, under the spindle covers and belt area. See
Figure 16.
Figure 16
• Clean around and near the transmission, axle and the fan area. See Figure 17.
NOTE: Wheel not
shown for clarity.
Figure 17
• Debris can accumulate anywhere on the mower, especially on horizontal
surfaces. Additional cleaning may be necessary when mowing in dry conditions
or when mulching.
• Fuel leaks/spills, oil leaks/spills and excess lubrication can also become
collections sites for debris. Immediate repair and cleaning up oil or fuel spills
can help reduce fire hazards.
• In addition to cleaning the mower before operating and storing, do not
attempt to mow unusually tall grass (10” or higher), dry grass (e.g., pasture) or
piles of dry leaves. Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust and/or
build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard.