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Cleaning
Cleaning Under the Mower
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers to
the N
-
EUTRAL
LOCK
2. Move the throttle lever to the S
the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
3. Raise the mower to the transport position.
4. Raise the front of the machine using jack stands.
5. Thoroughly clean the underside of the mower with
water.
Disposing of Waste
Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic fluid, and engine coolant are
pollutants. Dispose of these according to your state and local
regulations.
position, and set the parking brake.
position, shut off
LOW
Storage
Machine
1. Thoroughly clean the machine, deck, and engine,
paying special attention to these areas:
•
Radiator and radiator screen
•
Underneath the deck
•
Under the deck belt covers
•
Counterbalance springs
•
PTO-shaft assembly
•
All grease fittings and pivot points
•
Inside the control box
•
Beneath the seat plate and top of the transmission
2. Check and adjust front and rear tire pressure; refer to
Checking the Tire Pressure (page
3. Remove, sharpen, and balance the mower blades.
Install the blades and torque the blade fasteners to 115
to 149 N∙m (85 to 110 ft-lb).
4. Check all fasteners for looseness and tighten them as
necessary. Torque the 6 bolts securing the mower deck
frame to the traction unit
ft-lb).
Right side not shown.
1. Bolts
5. Grease or oil all grease fittings, pivot points, and
transmission-bypass-valve pins. Wipe off any excess
lubricant.
6. Lightly sand and use touch up paint on painted areas
that are scratched, chipped or rusted. Repair any dents
in the metal body.
7. Service the battery and cables as follows:
A. Remove the battery terminals from the battery
posts.
51
41).
(Figure
62) to 359 N∙m (265
Figure 62
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