STORAGE
CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding.
IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with high- pressure water or store unit outdoors. Store mower in a cool, dry, protected location.
Cleaning
NOTE: Allow unit to cool before cleaning.
Clean unit thoroughly with mild soap and low pressure water. Brush off dirt and debris from all surfaces. Touch up all scratched surfaces to prevent rust. Matching
Inspection
Inspect mower and repair or replace worn or damaged parts to avoid delays when beginning use again.
Regularly check all hardware and keep fasteners tight. Know unit is in safe working condition.
Grass Bag
Wash out grass bag and allow to dry before storage. Grass bag may be stored in position on mower.
Engine
When storing unit for extended periods of time, remove all fuel from tank and carburetor (run dry). Refer to engine manual.
Fuel System
Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended periods without a stabilizer will deteriorate, resulting in gum deposits in the system. These deposits can damage the carburetor and the fuel hoses, filter and tank. Prevent deposits from forming in the fuel system during storage by adding a quality fuel stabilizer to the fuel. Follow the recommended mix ratio found on the fuel stabilizer container.
To treat the fuel system for storage:
1.Add fuel stabilizer according to manufacturers’s instructions.
2.Run engine for at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the carburetor.
NEVER store the engine with fuel in the fuel tank inside of a building with potential sources of ignition.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM | PROBABLE CAUSE | CORRECTION | ||
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Engine will not | 1. Safety switch not held down. | 1. | Hold down safety switch | |
start | 2. | Ignition switch is faulty. | 2. | while turning the ignition key. |
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| 3. | Wiring harness fuse is blown. | 3. | Replace fuse. |
| 4. | Loose or corroded battery | 4. | Clean and tighten battery |
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| 5. | Discharged battery. | 5. | Charge the battery. |
| 6. | Faulty starter. | 6. | See your Dealer. |
| 7. | Fuel tank empty. | 7. | Fill fuel tank (see FILLING |
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Engine is | 1. Out of fuel. | 1. | Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh | |
difficult to | 2. Fuel filter is dirty. |
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restart | 2. | Replace fuel filter. | ||
| 3. | Faulty spark plug. | 3. | Replace spark plug. |
| 4. | Air cleaner is plugged or dirty. | 4. | Clean or replace air cleaner. |
| 5. | Faulty engine. | 5. | Refer to the engine manual |
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