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8 MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION
8.11 MACHINE MAINTENANCE_______________________________________________
Normal Service Procedures.
• Confirm the correct operation of the safety interlock switches (e.g. the seat switch)
• Make sure that all nuts and bolts are tightened to the correct level.
• Visually inspect for hydraulic leaks.
• Make sure that there is no dirt in the engine bay.
• Keep the tyre pressures at correct level (see section 4).
• Follow the engine maintenance procedures recommended by the manufacturer.
• 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 tractor Parts Manual.
NOTE: When you clean the machine with pressure spray washers or steam cleaners, do not clean the areas
where bearings are found. The spray can flow into the bearing seals and cause failure of the bearing.
Storage
• Store petrol or diesel fuel in an approved container in an area that is cool and dry.
• Keep the machine and fuel containers in a locked storage area. Prevent access to the machines by all
children and by all persons who are not authorised.
• Do not store fuel or any petrol and Diesel equipment in any closed area that has heating appliances, pilot
lights or open flames.
• Before you store, allow the engine to cool and drain fuel completely from the fuel tanks and containers.
• The mower must be kept and operated correctly to get the maximum level of safety and the best cut
results.
CAUTION
Stop The Engine And Remove The Starter Key
Before You Clean With A Pressure Washer