1.5MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1.5.1For engine maintenance, follow the engine manufacturer’s recommendations precisely as stated in the engine manual.
1.5.2Disconnect the battery cable form the negative battery post when the unit will be allowed to sit for more than 30 days without use.
1.5.3Allowing batteries to stand for an extended period of time without recharging them will result in reduced performance and service life. To preserve optimum battery performance and life, recharge batteries in storage when the open circuit voltage drops to 12.4 volts.
NOTE: To prevent damage due to freezing, battery should be fully charged before putting away for winter storage.
1.5.4Keep engine and engine area free from accumulation of grass, leaves, excessive grease or oil, and other debris, which can accumulate in these areas. These materials can become combustible and may result in a fire.
1.5.5Store fuel in a container specifically designed for this purpose in a cool, dry place.
1.5.6Keep the mower and fuel container in locked storage to prevent children from playing or tampering with them.
1.5.7Gasoline powered equipment or fuel containers should not be stored in a basement or any enclosed area, where open pilot lights or heat appliances are present.
1.5.8Maximum mowing results and safety can only be achieved if the mower is properly maintained and operated correctly.
1.5.9Check all bolts frequently to maintain proper tightness.
1.5.10Keep all guards, shields, and all safety devices in place and in safe working condition.
1.5.11Frequently check for worn or deteriorating components that could create a hazard.
1.5.12All replacement parts must be the same as or equivalent to the parts supplied
as original equipment.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦Fluid accidentally injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gangrene may result.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦Make sure all hydraulic fluid hoses and lines are in good condition an all hydraulic connections and fittings are tight before applying pressure to hydraulic system.
♦Keep body and hands away from pinhole leaks or nozzles that eject high pressure hydraulic fluid.
♦Use cardboard or paper, not your hands, to find hydraulic leaks.
♦Safely relieve all pressure in the hydraulic system by letting the foot pedal return to neutral and shutting off the engine before performing any work on the hydraulic system.
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