Manual

Howto Replacethe Light Bulb
1. Raisethe tractor hood.
2. Turn the light socket until the tabs on the socket align
with the notches in the bezel (Figure 46). Removethe
light socket.Turn the light bulband removethe bulb.
3. Install a new light bulb. Align the light socket with the
notches in the bezeland turn the light socket to lock in
position.
Figure 47. Light bulb replacement
A - Bezel
B - Light bulb
C - Light socket
Howto Clean the Mower Deck
WARNING:Beforeyou clean themower deck, stop
the engineand disconnectthewire to the spark
plug.
Grassand other debris on top of the mower deck can keep
the belt from working correctly. For safety and correct
operation, frequently clean the top of the mower deck.
Remove grass and debris from around the pulleys and other
moving parts.
1. Move the lever for the blade rotation control to the
ENGAGEposition (42" models only).
2. Cleanthe top of the mower deck.
3. Move the leverfor the blade rotation control to the
DISENGAGEposition (42" models only).
4. Again clean the top of the mower deck (42" models
only).
5. After you cut the grass, clean the bottom of the mower
deck.
Storage(over 30 days)
At the end of eachyear, preparethe unit for storage as
follows.
The Engine
For storage information, seethe the engine manufacturer's
instructions.
The Battery
1. Remove the battery.
2. Cleanthe battery terminals of any deposits.
3. Chargethe battery. Seethe instructions on "How To
PrepareAnd ChargeThe Battery".
4. Store the battery in a cool, dry place.
NOTE:After a long time in storage, charge the battery.
The FuelSystem
,_ WARNING: Do notdrain the gasolineinsidea
buildingor near a fire. Donot smokebecausethe
fumesfrom the fuel can causean explosion.
1. Start the engine.
2. Run the engine until the fuel tank and the carburetor
are out of fuel and the engine stops.
3. After storage, makesure you use fresh fuel.
Cleanthe Unit
1. Cleanthe dirt and grass from the engine.
2. Cleanthe mower housing.
Lubricatethe Unit
Seethe "Lubrication" instructions in this book.
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