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QUICKCAT
MAINTENANCE / STORAGE
CLEANING MACHINE
Clean the machine after use. Compressed air is
recommended. Do not use a pressure washer. The
machine will run cooler and last longer if kept free of
clippings and other debris. A clean machine also re-
duces the risk of fire due to accumulation of combus
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tible debris and chaff.
Brush or blow clippings and debris off the cutterdeck
and engine deck. Clippings and debris should be
kept from accumulating around the exhaust system
and under the exhaust guards. This can be doen
by using compressed air. DO NOT use a pressure
washer.
WASHING MACHINE
CAUTION: Improperly washing a machine can cause
water to enter bearings and other components. This
can greatly reduce component life.
– Do not use a pressure washer. Do not direct
water at bearings or seals. High pressure water
can blow past seals and enter sealed bearings.
– Allow the machine to cool down before washing.
Water on a warm machine can be sucked into
sealed bearings as they cool.
– Avoid getting electrical connections wet. Water
can cause electrical faults and corrosion of elec-
trical components.
SPECIFIC TORQUES
BLADE BOLTS
70 FT-LBS (95 Nm)
WHEEL LUG NUTS
75-100 FT-LBS (102-135.5 Nm)
CLUTCH MOUNTING BOLT 50 FT-LBS (68 Nm)
TRANSAXLE PULLY BOLT
28.3-41.5 FT-LBS (38-56 Nm)
TRANSAXLE DRAIN PLUG 15-20 FT-LBS (20-27 Nm)
TRANSAXLE FILTER
100-150 IN-LBS (14.6-16.9 Nm)
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
To prevent possible explosion or ignition of
vaporized fuel, do not store equipment with fuel
in tank or carburetor in enclosure with open flame
(for example, a furnace or water heater pilot
light).
Daily Storage
1. Check engine oil level and air filter element daily.
2. Check oil level in gear case.
3. Close fuel valve at bottom of fuel tank.
4. Clean cutting blade (grass, dirt, etc.).
EXTENDED STORAGE
Before the equipment is put into storage for any
period exceeding 30 days:
1. Drain all fuel from fuel tank and lines (use a
hose or fuel line, routed from fuel tank shut-off to
proper container).
2. Start engine and run until all fuel is used from the
carburetor float bowl.
3. While engine is warm, drain the crankcase
oil and refill with the proper weight of oil
corresponding to the season when the equipment
will next be used.
4. Remove the spark plug and squirt a small
quantity of engine oil into the cylinder. Turn the
engine over a few times to distribute the oil.
5. Lubricate all lubrication fittings.
6. Clean and oil cutting blade to prevent rust.
To put equipment into operation after an
extended storage:
1. Fill fuel tank with clean fresh fuel.
2. Check crankcase oil level, and start engine.
3. Check fuel system for fuel leaks.
