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SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer
than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows.
Riding Mower
•
Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.
NOTE: We do not recommend the use of pressure
washers or garden hose to clean your unit. These may
cause damage to electrical components, spindles,
pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of water may
shorten life of equipment and reduce its serviceability.
•
Lubricate all pivot points. Wipe the entire
machine with an oiled rag to protect the surfaces.
•
Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
•
When storing any type of power equipment in an
unventilated or metal storage shed, care should
be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light
oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any
chains, springs, bearings and cables.
Battery
•
Charge battery fully. The battery loses some of
its charge each day when the unit is not used.
NEVER store battery without a full charge.
Recharge battery before returning to service or
every two months, whichever occurs first.
•
When storing unit for extended periods,
disconnect battery cables and remove the battery
from the unit.
•
Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder, cylinder head
fins, blower housing, rotating screen and muffler
area.
Engine
•
Refer to the engine manual for storage
instructions. Make sure to store the engine
properly so that your equipment can work
smoothly afterwards.
SECTION 10: TROUBLE-SHOOTING
Trouble
Possible Cause
Remedial Action
Excessive vibration
1.
Bent or damaged blade
2.
Bent blade.
1.
Stop engine immediately. Check all
pulleys, blade adapters, keys and bolts for
tightness and spindle damage. Tighten or
replace any damaged parts.
2.
Stop engine immediately. Replace
damaged blade. Only use original
equipment blades.
Mower will not
discharge grass or
leaves uncut strips
1.
Engine speed low.
2.
Speed selection.
3.
Cutting height set too low.
4.
Blades short or dull.
1.
Throttle must be set at full throttle.
2.
Use lower ground speed. Slower the
ground speed, better the quality of cut.
3.
Raise the deck.
4.
Sharpen or replace blades (uncut strip
problem only).
Broken Belt
1.
Sudden stop or shock load to belt
2.
Incorrect belt used
3.
Belt engaged abruptly
4.
Defective or damaged belt
1.
Inspect rider for cause such as foreign
objects stuck in between deck and frame or
belt path. Remove obstruction and check
for damage. Replace belt if needed.
2.
Replace with proper belt. Check Parts list
in this manual for correct part number.
3.
Engage belt slowly by depressing the
blade engagement pedal slowly.
4.
Replace with proper belt. Follow
instructions on page 16.
Belt comes off
1.
Belt too loose; stretched
2.
Broken or weak idler spring
1.
Readjust belt. Replace if needed. Follow
instructions for belt replacement on page
16.
2.
Replace. Order with correct part number
from Parts List in this manual.
