Maintenance Instructions CLEANING
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1. Raise the deck lock lever handle on each side
of the carrier frame and pull out to release car-
rier frame for tilting action.
2. Using the carrier frame lift handle (or tilt bar),
raise deck to the TILT-UP position and insert
the deck hook into the tilt-up latch on the tractor
body.
Tilt-Up
Hook
Tilt-Up Hook and
Latch Connected
Deck Lock
Lever
Tilt-Up Handle
Tilt-Up
Latch
Deck Secured in TILT-UP Position
DANGER
Do not operate the mower with deck in tilt-
up position. Do not move the tractor with
the deck in the tilt-up position.
3. Clean grass buildup underneath the deck using
a pressure washer (and scraper if required).
NOTE: If the buildup is severe, it may be easier
to clean the deck by removing the deck assem-
bly from the tractor and standing the deck as-
sembly on its “nose”.
NOTE: While some degree of material buildup
in the mower deck housing can be tolerated, a
point is nally reached where cutting quality
deteriorates and clogging begins to occur
because of too much buildup on the baing and
housing.
4. Lower the deck to the normal operating position
and re-engage the deck lock levers.
CAUTION
Do not operate machine with deck tilt-up
pivot joint unlocked.
GHS Blower
Normally, the GHS blower operates with no mainte-
nance or cleaning. However, when mowing grass
that is dirty and damp (especially certain spring-
time mowing conditions), a deposit of dirt may ac-
cumulate inside the blower housing, causing wear
and binding of the blower wheel. When operating in
these conditions, inspect the blower frequently
for dirt buildup.
NOTE: A visual clue of binding of the blower wheel
is the blower blade tips are polished from rubbing
on dirt.
When a dirt deposit is found, use a high pressure
washer or water spray to clean the inside of the
housing as follows:
DANGER
Before attempting to wash the blower,
stop the engine, remove the ignition key,
and disconnect the spark plug wires.
Wear goggles or face shield.
1. Remove the GHS blower drive belt tension by
depressing the idler pulley on the tightener arm.
Roll the belt o the blower pulley. The belt
should be clear of the blower pulley, allowing
free movement of the blower wheel.