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16 Section 4 — Product care

One of the best ways to keep your rider running

efficiently and to reduce fire risk is to regularly

remove debris buildup from the rider. 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 rider

except the underside of the cutting deck.

Doing so can cause damage to the rider’s

spindle bearings, electrical system and

engine, leading to premature failures. The

use of compressed air and/or leaf blower

will help keep the rider clean.

• Clean under the hood. Exhaust manifold,

around fuses, all wiring and harnesses,

muffler pipe, muffler shield, engine intake

screens and cooling fins, etc. See Figure 4-2.

Figure 4-2

• Clean the top of the mower deck, under the

spindle covers and belt area. See Figure 4-3.

Figure 4-3

• Clean around and near the transmission,

axle and the fan area. See Figure 4-4.

Wheel Not Shown For Clarity

Figure 4-4

• Debris can accumulate anywhere on the

rider, 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 rider 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.

Cleaning Battery

Clean the battery by removing it from the rider

and washing with a baking soda and water

solution. If necessary, clean the battery terminals

with a wire brush to remove deposits. Coat

terminals and exposed wiring with a light coat

of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals

prevent corrosion.

Storing the Rider

• Allow the machine to cool in an open area

before storing.

• Do not park the rider near any flammable

materials (wood, cloth or chemicals) or any

open flames or other potential source of

ignition (furnace, water heater or any other

type of heater).

• Remove all combustible materials from the

rider before storing. Empty cargo boxes,

grass catchers or containers.

• Always shut off fuel flow when storing or

transporting if rider is equipped with a fuel

shutoff.

• Check the fuel system (lines, tank, cap and

fittings) frequently for cracks or leaks. Repair

and clean as necessary.

Engine

Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for engine

maintenance instructions.

Check engine oil level before each use as instructed

in the Engine Operator’s Manual. Follow the

instructions carefully.

Changing Engine Oil

Oil Drain Hose Models

WARNING

If the rider 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.

NOTE: The oil filter (if equipped) should be

changed at every oil change interval.

To complete the oil change, proceed as follows:

1. Run the engine for a few minutes to allow

the oil in the crankcase to warm. Warm oil

will flow more freely and carry away more

of the engine sediment which may have

settled at the bottom of the crankcase. Use

care to avoid burns from hot oil.

2. Open the rider’s hood and locate the oil

drain port on the left side of the engine.

3. Open the protective cap on the end of the

oil drain valve to expose the drain port. See

inset of Figure 4-5.

OPENED

CLOSED

Figure 4-5

4. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from the oil

fill tube.

5. Push the oil drain hose (provided) onto the

oil drain port. Route the opposite end of

the hose into an appropriate oil collection

container with at least a 2.5 quart capacity,

to collect the used oil.

6. Slightly push in on the oil drain valve and

rotate counter-clockwise to open and allow

the flow of oil. See Figure 4-5.

7. After the oil has finished draining, push the

oil drain valve back in and rotate into the

locked position. Re-cap the end of the oil

drain valve to keep debris from entering the

drain port.

8. Replace the oil filter (if equipped) as

instructed in the Engine Operator’s Manual.

9. Refill the engine with new oil. Refer to the

Engine Operator’s Manual for information

regarding the proper quantity and viscosity

of engine oil.

Oil Drain Sleeve Models