Maintenance And Storage

1.Perform only those maintenance instructions described in this manual. If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized Exmark Service Dealer.

2.Before mower is cleaned, inspected, serviced, or adjusted, stop engine and disconnect wire from spark plug. Keep wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting.

3.To ensure the mower is in safe operating condition, frequently check and keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight. Ensure blade bolt is tightened to 50 ft±lb (68 Nm

4.When servicing blade, refer to blade maintenance section for correct installation and servicing procedures.

5.To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of excessive grease, grass, leaves, and accumulations of dirt.

6.Check grass catcher bag frequently for wear or deterioration. Replace with a new bag for your protection. Check that replacement bags comply with original Exmark recommendations or specifications.

7.Allow engine to cool before storing mower in any enclosure. Do not store mower with gasoline in fuel tank near any open flame or where gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.

8.Do not overspeed the engine by changing governor settings.

9.At the time of manufacture, the mower conformed to the safety standards in effect for rotary mowers. To assure best performance and continued safety certification of the mower, use genuine Exmark replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with the safety standards, and that could be dangerous.