User Manual

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Yard debris is combustible.
• Clean dirt and debris from the rider and mower deck.
• Clean build-up from around the engine.
Washing The Mower Deck
The washout port allows you to connect a typical garden hose
to the left-hand side of the mower deck to remove grass and
debris from the underside.
WARNING
Amputation and Thrown Object Hazard
Contact with the mower blades, or with objects thrown by
the mower blades, could result in death or serious injury.
• Before running the mower, make sure the hose is
properly connected and does not come into contact with
the blades.
• When the mower is running and the blades are
engaged, the person cleaning the mower deck must be
in the operator position, with no bystanders in the area.
1. Place the unit on a smooth level surface.
2. Attach the quick disconnect (C, Figure30) to garden hose
(B) and connect to the washout port (A) on the mower
deck.
3. Run water to remove grass and debris from the underside
of the mower deck.
4. Turn the mower on and place in the highest cutting
position.
5. Turn the mower off.
6. Remove the garden hose and quick disconnect from the
washout port when completed.
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Storage
WARNING
Fire and Explosion Hazard
Never store the unit (with fuel) in a closed structure without
sufficient airflow. Fuel vapors can travel to an ignition
source (such as a furnace, water heater, etc.) and cause an
explosion. Fuel vapor is also toxic to humans and animals.
When Storing Fuel Or Equipment With Fuel in Tank
• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, or
other appliances that have pilot lights or other ignition
sources because they can ignite fuel vapors.
Equipment
Disengage the PTO, lock the ground speed levers in the
START/PARK position, and remove the key.
Battery life will be increased if it is removed. Put in a cool, dry
place and keep fully charged during storage. If the battery is
left in the unit, disconnect the negative cable.
Engine Oil
While the engine is still warm, change the engine oil.
Before starting the unit after it has been stored:
• Check all fluid levels. Check all maintenance items.
• Do all recommended checks and procedures found in this
manual.
• Let the engine warm up for several minutes before use.
Storage - Fuel System
Fuel can become stale when kept in a storage container for
more than 30 days. Each time you fill the container with fuel,
addfuel stabilizerto the fuel as specified by the
manufacturer’s instructions. This keeps fuel fresh and
decreases fuel-related problems or contamination in the fuel
system.
It is not necessary to drain fuel from the engine whenfuel
stabilizeris added as instructed. Before storage, turn the
engine ON for 2 minutes to move the fuel and stabilizer
through the fuel system.
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The Rider
PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY
Ground speed levers
not in START/PARK
positions.
Lock ground speed
levers in START/ PARK
positions.
PTO (electric clutch)
switch in ON position.
Place in OFF position.
Out of fuel. If engine is hot, allow
it to cool, then refill the
fuel tank.
Engine flooded. Open the choke (if
equipped).
Engine will not turnover
or start.
Battery terminals
require cleaning.
Clean the battery
terminals.
Not for
Reproduction