WARNING
DONOTattempt any maintenance,adjustments or service
with engine and blade running. STOPengine and blade.
Disconnectspark plug wire and secure away from spark
plug. Engineand components are HOT.Avoid serious
burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.
Wearheavy leather gloves when handling or working
around cutting blades. Bladesare extremely sharp and can
causesevere injury.
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Wheel DriveComponents
1. Removethe rear cover. Referto the Section entitled
"Rear Cover Removal& Installation".
2. Cleanany debris buildup on or around the transmission,
axles,idler, pulleys, belt, etc., as well as on the insideof
the cover.Check components for wear or damage.
Replaceworn or damaged components immediately.
3. Replacethe rear cover.
Important:DO NOToperate the mower without the rear
cover securely in place.
StorageProcedure
Refer to the EngineOwner'sManual for directions regarding
engine storage preparations. Preparethe mower for "end of
season" storage as follows:
1. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank and letthe engine run
until all fuel is out of the carburetor.
2. Disconnect and remove the spark plug wire awayfrom
the spark plug beforeany other preparations are made!
3. Tapeall openings closed to prevent spraying water into
the exhaustor air intakes during washing.
4. Tilt the mower up on its rearwheels andthoroughly
cleanthe underside of the deck. Do not tilt the mower
with the spark plug or carburetor down. Scrapeaway
any accumulation of grass with a putty knife and/or
wire brush.
5. Lubricate all exposed metal with a light coating of oil to
prevent corrosion.
6. Carefullyfold the handles, "flexing" the control cablesto
prevent cabledamage.
7. Store the mower in a shed or other dry area, protected
from weather.
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