STORAGE
STORAGE PREPARATION Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your lawn mower
troublefree and looking good. The following steps will help to keep
rust and corrosion from impairing your lawn mower’s function and
appearance, and will make the engine easier to start when you use
the lawn mower again.
Cleaning
1. Wash the lawn mower, including the underside of the mower deck.
Engine
Wash the engine by hand, and be careful to prevent water from
entering the air cleaner.
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Using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment can force
water into the air cleaner. Water in the air cleaner will soak the
filters and can enter the carburetor or engine cylinder, causing
damage.
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Water contacting a hot engine can cause damage. If the engine
has been running, allow it to cool for at least half an hour before
washing.
Mower Deck
If using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment to clean the
mower deck, be careful to avoid getting water into controls and
cables, or anywhere near the engine air cleaner or muffler opening.
Before washing the underside of the mower deck, always turn the
engine OFF and turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. Rest the
mower on its right side, so the carburetor side is up. This will help
to prevent fuel leakage and hard starting due to carburetor
flooding. Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands from the blades.
2. After washing the lawn mower, wipe dry all accessible surfaces.
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