After each use wash the underside of the mower to
prevent grass buildĆup for improved mulch action
and clipping dispersal.
Park the machine on a hard level surface,
disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the
ignition key to OFF" to stop the engine.
Attach hose coupling to the end of the mower
washout fitting, turn water on high (Fig. 17).
Lower the mower to the lowest heightĆofĆcut.
Sit on the seat and start the engine. Engage
power take off (PTO) and let mower run for one to
three minutes.
Disengage the blade, power take off (PTO) and
turn the ignition key to OFF" to stop the engine.
Wait for all moving parts to stop.
Turn the water off, remove hose coupling from
the washout fitting.
If the mower is not clean after one washing,
soak and let stand for 30 minutes. Then repeat
process again.
Run mower again for one to three minutes to
remove excess water.
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Figure 17
1. Washout fitting
2. Coupling
3. Hose
POTENTIAL HAZARD
A broken or missing washout fitting could
expose you and others to thrown objects or
blade contact.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Contact with thrown debris or blade contact
will cause injury or death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Replace broken or missing washout fitting
immediately, before using mower again.
Plug any hole(s) in mower with bolts and
locknuts.
Never put your hands or feet under the
mower or through openings in the mower.
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