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Cleaning
Washing the Underside of the Cutter Deck
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Wash the underside of the cutter deck to prevent grass buildup for improved mulch action and clipping dispersal.
1.Park the tractor on a level surface.
2.Disengage the blade control (PTO) and set the parking brake.
3.Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
4.Attach the coupling (not included) to the cutter deck washout fitting and turn the water on high (Figure 64).
Figure 64
1. | Washout fitting | 3. Hose |
2. | Coupling (not included) |
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Note: Spread petroleum jelly on the washout fitting
5.Lower the cutter deck to the lowest height of cut.
6.Sit on the seat and start the engine.
7.Engage the blade control (PTO) and let the cutter deck run for 1 to 3 minutes.
8.Disengage the blade control (PTO).
9.Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
10.Remove the ignition key.
11.Turn the water off and remove the coupling from the washout fitting and hose.
12.Run the cutter deck again for 1 to 3 minutes to remove the excess water.
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