Exmark Lawn Mower manual Cleaning and Storage

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Storage

Storage

Cleaning and Storage

1.Disengage the blade control switch, move the motion controls outward to the neutral position, engage parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the key.

2.Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the entire machine, especially the engine. Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of the engine cylinder head fins and blower housing.

Important: You can wash the machine with mild detergent and water. Do Not pressure wash the machine. Avoid excessive use of water, especially near the control panel, engine, hydraulic pumps, and motors.

3.Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air Cleaner in Engine Maintenance section.

4.Grease and oil the machine; refer to Lubrication section.

5.Change the crankcase oil and filter; refer to Servicing the Engine Oil in Engine Maintenance section.

6.Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire Pressure in Drive System Maintenance section.

7.Charge the battery; refer to Servicing the Battery in Electrical System Maintenance section.

8.Check the condition of the blades; refer to Servicing the Cutting Blades in Mower Maintenance section.

9.Prepare the machine for storage when non-use occurs over 30 days. Prepare the machine for storage as follows.

A.Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to the fuel in the tank. Follow the mixing instructions from the stabilizer manufacturer. Do Not use an alcohol based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol).

Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh gasoline and used at all times.

B.Run the engine to distribute the conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes).

C.Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel tank; refer to Draining the Fuel Tank in Fuel System Maintenance section.

D.Restart the engine and run it until it stops.

E.Choke the engine. Start and run the engine until it will not start.

F.Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local codes.

Important: Do Not store stabilizer/conditioned gasoline over 30 days.

10.Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition; refer to Servicing the Spark Plug in Engine Maintenance section. With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Use the starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the spark plug(s). Do Not install the wire on the spark plug(s).

11.Clean any dirt and chaff from the top of the mower.

12.Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt from the underside of the mower, then wash the mower with a garden hose.

13.Check the condition of the drive and mower belts.

14.Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or replace any part that is worn or damaged.

15.Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is available from your Authorized Service Dealer.

16.Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area. Remove the key from the ignition switch and keep it in a memorable place. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.

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Contents Quest California Introduction Contents General Operation SafetySafety Alert Symbol Safe Operating PracticesTowing ServiceSlope Operation ChildrenGeneral Service Exmark Riding Mower Safety93-7009 Safety and Instructional Decals109-6035 109-9173 109-6016 Battery Symbols Systems SpecificationsModel Numbers Dimensions Tread Width Center to Center of Tires, Widthwise Curb WeightProduct Overview Torque RequirementsControls OperationHeight-of-Cut Foot Lever Think Safety FirstOperating Instructions Parking Brake LeverRecommended Gasoline Gasoline/Alcohol blends Using Stabilizer/ConditionerChecking the Engine Oil Level Starting the EngineEngaging the Blades Operating the BladesStopping the Engine Safety Interlock SystemUnderstanding the Safety Interlock System Testing the Safety Interlock SystemForward Driving Forward or BackwardBackward Adjusting the Height of CutTracking Adjustment Stopping the MachineChanging the Seat Ride Suspension Adjusting the Anti-Scalp RollersPositioning the Seat Pushing the Machine by Hand Adjusting the Motion Control LeversAdjusting the Tilt Adjusting the HeightTransporting a Unit Side DischargeTransporting To Operate the MachineOperating Tips Cutting Speed When StoppingKeep the Underside of the Mower Clean Blade MaintenanceRecommended Maintenance Schedules MaintenanceGreasing the Bearings Accessing the BatteryRaising the Seat LubricationServicing the Air Cleaner Engine MaintenanceChanging the Oil and Filter Servicing the Engine OilServicing Paper Element Checking the Oil LevelOil drain Pan Oil drain plug Change the Hydraulic System Filter Checking the Hydraulic Oil LevelRemoving the Spark Plug Cleaning the Blower HousingInstalling the Spark Plug Servicing the Spark PlugReplacing the Fuel Filter Fuel System MaintenanceElectrical System Maintenance Charging the Battery Charging the BatteryRemoving the Battery Servicing the Fuses and Relay Installing the BatteryInspecting the Blades Drive System Maintenance Checking the Tire PressureMower Maintenance Servicing the Cutting Blades Before Inspecting or Servicing the BladesSharpening the Blades Removing the BladesReplacing the Mower Belt Mower Belt MaintenanceInstalling the Blades Inspecting the BeltsLeveling the Mower Deck Adjusting the Blade SlopeBlades front to rear Measure here Outside cutting edges Removing the Mower Deck Installing the Mower DeckLocate items shown in Figure Replacing the Discharge DeflectorWashing the Underside of the Mower CleaningStorage Cleaning and StorageProblem Possible Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingTo Pushing the Machine by Hand Diagram-Briggs & Stratton SchematicsElectrical Diagram-Kohler For units purchased on or after January 1 Page Date Description of Work Done Service Done By Service Record

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