MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 7
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7.24 MOWER STORAGE ________________________________________________________
General
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Clean the mower and lubricate. Repair and paint damaged or open metal.
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Inspect the mower, tighten all hardware, replace worn or damaged components.
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Drain and fill the radiator.
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Clean the tires
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When the vehicle is not being used for an extended period, the tire pressures must be increased. Inflate to the
maximum rating on the tire wall to make sure that flat spots do not occur. Decreased the tire pressure before the
vehicle is put into operation.
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Keep the mower and all accessories clean, dry and protected from the elements. Never keep the mower near an
open flame or spark which can cause ignition of the fuel or fuel vapors.
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When a label is damaged or removed from the machine, make sure that the label is replaced. See the Labels
section of this manual or the Parts Manual.
Battery
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Remove, clean and keep the battery in the upright position on a surface that is not metal in a cool dry location. To
prevent increased battery discharge, do not keep the battery on a metal surface.
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Check and charge the battery every 60 to 90 days.
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Keep the battery in a cool dry location. To decrease the self discharge rate, the temperature must not be more
than 80° F (27° C) or less than 20° F (-7° C).
Engine
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While the engine is warm, remove the drain plug, drain the oil from the crankcase and change the oil filter. Install
the drain plug torque the drain plugs to 22 ft. Lb. (30 Nm) and fill the engine with oil
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Clean the outside surface of the engine. Paint bare metal or apply a thin layer of rust preventative oil.
Cutting Units
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Completely clean the cutting units. Repair and paint any damaged or bare metal surfaces.
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Lubricate all grease fittings and friction points.
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Apply a thin layer of rust preventative oil to the sharpened edges of the blades.
After Storage
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Check and install the battery. If necessary, charge the battery.
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Check or service the fuel filter and air cleaner
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Check the radiator coolant level.
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Check the level of engine oil and hydraulic fluid.
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Fill the fuel tank with fuel. Bleed the fuel system.
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Make sure the tires are correctly inflated.
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Remove all oil from the blades. Adjust the cutting height.
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Start the engine at 1/2 throttle. Allow the engine to become warm and lubricated.
CAUTION
The cutting unit blades can have sharp edges. To prevent injury, use caution when you service or hold the
blade.
WARNING
Never
operate the engine without enough ventilation or in an enclosed area. The carbon monoxide in the
exhaust fumes can increase to dangerous levels.
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