Rover 108, 109 owner manual Rover Mowers Limited 5.MAINTENANCE, 5.1Cleaning the Grass Catcher

Rover Mowers Limited

5.MAINTENANCE

5.1Cleaning the Grass Catcher

WARNING

The mower must be stationary with the

park brake applied, the engine switched off, and the ignition key removed.

1.Hose down the outside of the grass catcher to keep it free of debris and any build-up of grass or dirt.

2.Open up the grass catcher and hose the inside of the grass catcher to prevent any build-up of dirt within the mesh of the grass catcher. This could effect the free flow of exhausted air from within the grass catcher.

Ride-on Mower Grass Catcher

5.3 General

l.After each day's use, the ride-on mower should be cleaned down.Paying particular attention

to the build-up of any foreign matter around the air intake ports in the top of the cutterhead and around the engine exhaust pipe and muffler.

2.Check the condition of the safety instruction decals on the grass catcher and the transfer tube and replace any that become difficult to read.

3.Inspect the grass catcher lining for signs of wear and tear caused by the conditions under which it is used. If and when a replacement grass catcher lining is required, replacement grass catcher linings are available from Rover Authorised dealers and service agents.

5.2 Cleaning the Transfer Tube

CAUTION

Do not use any powder abrasive

cleaners or solvents (kerosene, petrol, etc.) to clean the transfer tube as these scratch and damage its clarity.

Wash out the inside of the transfer tube with a mild liquid detergent and dry, to maintain the transparency of the tube.