MAINTENANCE
HOW TO REPLACE THE FUSE
ifthe fuse is blown, the engine willnot start. The locationof the fuse
isnext to the battery. Remove the fuse and replace with e 15 amp.
automotive fuse (Rgure 38).
HOW TO REPLACE THE LIGHT BULB
2.
Raise the tractor hood.
Turn the light socket unti!the tabs onthe socket align with the
notches in the bezel (Figure 39). Remove the light socket.
Turn the light bulb and remove the bulb.
3. Install a newllght bulb. Alignthe light socket withthe notches
in the bezel and turn the light socket to lock in position.
LightSocket
Figure 3g
HOW TO CLEAN THE MOWER HOUSING
_b WARNING: Before you clean the mower housing,
stop the engine and disconnect the wire to the spark
plug.
Grass and other debris on topof the mower housing can keep the
belt from working correctly. For safety and correct operation.
frequently clean the top of the mower housing. Remove grass and
debris from around the pulleys and other moving parts,
1. Move the lever for the blade rotation control to the ENGAGE
position.
2. Clean the top of the mower housing.
3. Move the lever for the blade rotation control to the
DISENGAGE position.
4. Again clean the top of the mower housing.
5. After you cut the grass, clean the bottom of the mower housing.
STORAGE (over 30 days)
At the end of each year, prepare the unit for storage as follows.
THE ENGINE
For storage information, see the the engine manufacturer's
instructions.
THE BATTERY
1 Remove the battery.
2. Clean the battery terminals of any deposits.
3. Charge the battery. See the instructionson "How To Prepare
And Charge The Battery'.
4. Store the battery in a cool, dry place.
NOTE: After a long tlF=ein storage, charge the battery.
THE FUEL SYSTEM
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WARNING: DOnot drain the gasoline Inside a build-
Ing or near a fire. Do not smoke because the fumes
from the fuel can cause an explosion.
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1. Start the engine,
2. Run the engine untilthe fuel tank and the carburetor are out of
fuel and the engine stops,
3. Do not leave fuel inthe fuel tank or the carburetor.The fuel can
damage the function of the fuel system. Some models have a
fuel drain (Figure 40). Hold a cloth under the fuel drain. Push
the fuel drain untilthe carburetor is empty.
4. After storage, make sure you use fresh fuel.
Fuel Drain
Figure 40
CLEAN THE UNIT
1. Clean the dirtand grass from the engine.
2. Clean the mower housing.
LUBRICATE THE UNIT
See the "Lubrication" instructions inthis book.
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