• Reducethethrottiosettingduringenginerun-outand,if
theengineis providedwitha shut-offvalve,tum thefuel
offatthe conclusionofmowing.
IV. Maintenance and Storage
• Keep all nuts, boltsand screws tight to be sure the equip
mant is in safe working condition.
• Never store the equipment with patrol in the tank inside
a building where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclo-
sure.
• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, bat-
tery compartment and patrol storage area free of grass,
leaves, or excessive grease.
• Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or dete-
rioration.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done
outdoors.
• On multi-bladedmachines,take care as rotatingone
bladecancause otherbladesto rotate.
• When machine isto be parked, stored or leftunattended,
lower the cuffing means unless a positive mechanical
lock is used.
WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in
order to prevent accidental starting when setting
up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.
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