3. With the engine running and the blade engaged,
spray a stream of water in front of the right , rear
wheel ( Figure 22 ).
Note: The water will splash into the path of the
blade, cleaning out the clippings.
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Figure 22
4. When no more clippings come out, stop the
water and move the machine to a dry area.
5. Start the engine and run it for a few minutes to
dry the underside of the machine to prevent it
from rusting.
6. Shut of f the engine, remove the electric-start
button (if equipped), and allow the machine to
cool before storing it in an enclosed area.
Cleaning under the Machine in the
V ertical-stow Position
1. Set the machine in the vertical-stow position;
refer to Storing the Machine in the V ertical-Stow
Position ( page 18 ) .
2. W ash out the clippings from under the machine.
Folding the Handle
W ARNING
Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe
operating condition.
• Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle.
• If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized Service Dealer .
1. Hold the handle while disengaging the handle locks to avoid pinching your hands.
2. Disengage the handle locks until you can move the upper handle freely (A of Figure 23 ).
3. Fold the handle forward to the fully forward position (B of Figure 23 ).
Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handle locks as you fold the handle.
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Figure 23
4. T o unfold the handle, refer to 1 Unfolding the Handle ( page 5 ) .
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