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Cleaning
Washing the Machine
Wash the machine as needed using water alone
or with a mild detergent. You may use a rag when
washing the machine
Important:
Do not use brackish or reclaimed
water to clean the machine.
Important:
Do not use power-washing equipment
to wash the machine. Power-washing equipment
may loosen important decals or wash away
necessary grease at friction points. Avoid
excessive use of water near the control panel and
engine.
Important:
Do not wash the machine with the
engine running. Washing the machine with the
engine running may result in internal engine
damage.
Cleaning the Engine Area
Service Interval: Before each use or daily (Clean the
engine and exhaust area more often
in dry or dirty conditions.)
CAUTION
Excessive debris around engine and exhaust
area can cause engine and exhaust area to
overheat, which can create a fire hazard.
Clean all debris from engine and exhaust area.
1.
Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to
stop, and remove the spark-plug wire.
2.
Clean all debris from the engine air-intake
screen and around the engine.
3.
Wipe up any excessive grease or oil around the
engine.
Cleaning the Bottom of the
Machine
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1.
Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to
stop, and remove the spark-plug wire.
2.
To ensure the best performance, keep the
underside of the machine clean.
CAUTION
The machine may dislodge material from
under the housing.
• Wear eye protection.
• Stay in the operating position (behind
the handle).
• Do not allow bystanders in the area.
3.
Turn the fuel shutoff valve to the O
and drain the fuel from the fuel tank; refer to
Draining the Fuel Tank (page
4.
Tilt the machine rearward until the upper handle
rests on the ground, and place a jack stand
under the machine.
Note:
If necessary, use 2 people to tilt the
machine rearward.
5.
Remove the debris with a hardwood scraper or
other suitable device. Avoid burrs and sharp
edges.
6.
Return the machine to the upright position.
7.
Fill the fuel tank.
8.
Connect the wire to the spark plug.
Cleaning under the Belt
Cover
Service Interval: Every 50 hours
1.
Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts
to stop.
2.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
3.
Remove and retain the 4 bolts, lock washers,
and 2 spacers securing the belt cover to the left
side of the machine.
4.
Remove the cover, and brush out all the debris
around the belt area.
5.
Install the belt cover, and tighten all the
hardware.
6.
Connect the wire to the spark plug.
Cleaning the Seed Gate
1.
Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts
to stop.
2.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
3.
Drain the fuel from the fuel tank; refer to
the Fuel Tank (page
4.
Tilt the machine rearward until the upper handle
rests on the ground, and place a jack stand
under the machine.
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FF
23).
Draining
23).
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