OPERATION
INTERSTATER 03/09 Operation Section 4-36
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OPERATION
MOWER STORAGE
It is recommended that the mower be stored with the center section and both wings fully lowered to ground
level. If the mower is stored with the wings in the raised position, select a level area an d install wing transport
braces to prevent the wings from falling BEFORE disconnecting the mower hitch from the tractor.
Properly preparing and storing the mower at the end of the season is critical to maintaining its appearance
and to help ensure years of dependable service. The following are suggested storage procedures:
• Thoroughly clean all deb ris off the mower to
prevent damage from rotting grass and
standing water.
• Lubricate all mower gr ease points and fill
gearbox oil levels as detailed in the mainte-
nance section.
• Tighten all bolts and pins to the re com-
mended torque.
• Check the mower for worn and damaged
parts. Perform repairs and make replace-
ments immediately so that the mower will be
ready for use at the start of the next season.
• Store the mower in a clean, dry place with
the mower hous ing res tin g sec ur ely on
blocks or at groun d lev el.
• Keep the driveline yoke from sitting in water,
dirt and other contaminants.
• Use spray touc h- up en am e l wh er e ne ce s-
sary to prevent r ust and main tain the appea r-
ance of the mower.
It is critical that driveline clutches slip when an obstacle or heavy load is encountered to avoid mower and/or
tractor damage. If the mower sits outside for an extended period of time or is exposed to rain and/or humid
air, the clutch lining plates must be inspected to ensure they are not frozen together from rust or corrosion. If
the mower has been exposed to such conditions, at the start of each mowing season, and any time it is
suspected tha t the slip clutch plates may be frozen together, readjust the slip clutc h as detailed in Seasonal
Clutch Maintenance of the maintenance section in this manual. OPS-F-0014
Never allow children to play on or around Tractor or Implement. Children can slip or fall off
the Equipment and be injured or killed. Children can cause the Implement to shift or fall
crushing themselves or others. (SG-25)