•Lubricate teeth of the external steering gears with automotive
Linkage
•Lubricate all deck linkage and height adjustment linkage with a light oil.
Front Wheels
•Lubricate at least once a season with automotive
Engine
•Maintain the engine as recommended in the separate engine manual.
Cleaning Engine
•Promptly wipe off any fuel or oil spilled on the machine with clean cloth.
•Clean the underside of the blade housing after each mowing. Do not let clippings or debris accumulate around the blade which may cause rust on the deck.
•Using a brush or cloth, remove grass, chaff or debris from the finger guard on the engine daily to prevent overheating of the engine. Do not clean with a forceful spray of water since water contaminates the fuel system.
•Keep the governor linkage, springs and controls free of debris.
•If engine muffler is equipped with spark arrester screen, remove and clean the screen regularly. Replace if damaged or plugged with debris.Clean muffler area and remove any grass or other debris before operating the unit.
Fuel Filter
Your unit is equipped with a replaceable
SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows.
Rider Mower
•Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.
•Lubricate all pivot points. Wipe the entire machine with an oiled rag to protect the surfaces.
•Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
•When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains, springs, bearings and cables.
Battery
•Charge battery fully. The battery loses some of its charge each day when the unit is not used.
NEVER store battery without a full charge. Recharge battery before returning to service or every two months, whichever occurs first.
•When storing unit for extended periods, disconnect battery cables and remove the battery from the unit.
•Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder, cylinder head fins, blower housing, rotating screen and muffler area.
Engine
•Refer to the engine manual for storage instructions. Make sure to store the engine properly so that your equipment can work smoothly afterwards.
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