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2.
Clean all debris from rotating engine air intake
screen, around engine shrouding, and exhaust
system area.
3.
Wipe up any excessive grease or oil around the
engine and exhaust system area.
4.
Clean oil coolers (if equipped) of all debris, dirt,
and oil.
Remove Engine Shroud
Access Panels and Clean
Cooling Fins
Service Interval: Every 80 hours
1.
Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop,
and remove key. Engage parking brake.
2.
Remove cooling shroud access panels from
engine and clean cooling fins. Also clean dust,
dirt, and oil from external surfaces of engine
which can cause improper cooling.
3.
Make sure cooling shroud access panels are
properly reinstalled. Operating the engine
without cooling shroud access panels will cause
engine damage due to overheating.
Clean Grass Build-Up
Under Deck
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1.
Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop,
and remove key. Engage parking brake.
2.
Raise deck to the transport (maximum cutting
height) position. Lift the front of unit and support
machine using jack stands or equivalent support.
3.
Clean out any grass build-up from underside of
deck and in discharge deflector.
Waste Disposal
Motor Oil Disposal
Engine oil and hydraulic oil are both pollutants to
the environment. Dispose of used oil at a certified
recycling center or according to your state and local
regulations.
Battery Disposal
DANGER
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid,
which is poisonous and can cause severe
burns. Swallowing electrolyte can be fatal or
if it touches skin can cause severe burns.
• Wear safety glasses to shield eyes, and
rubber gloves to protect skin and clothing
when handling electrolyte.
• Do Not swallow electrolyte.
• In the event of an accident, flush with water
and call a doctor immediately.
Federal law states that batteries should not be placed
in the garbage. Management and disposal practices
must be within relevant federal, state, or local laws.
If a battery is being replaced or if the unit containing
the battery is no longer operating and is being
scrapped, take the battery to a local certified recycling
center. If no local recycling is available return the
battery to any certified battery reseller.
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