Honda H3013H Owner's Manual page 65

2. Change the engine oil (see page 451.
IMPoRTANT NOTiCE To avoid engine damage, do not store riding mower
without engine oil in crankcase.
NOTE: If the riding mower will be stored for longer than 3 months, raise
the rear body and remove the spark plug and pour three tablespoons (ap-
proximately 1 oz.) of clean motor oil into the cylinder.
Place the P.T.O. lever in the OFF position and the shift lever in the N posi-
tion. With the parking brake applied, lower the cutter deck to the bottom.
Reaching from the rear of the mower, grasp the primary belt at point A,
and slowly pull it toward you to turn the engine. Reinstall the spark plug.
m Be sure to wear heavy gloves when pulling the primary belt. If
the riding mower has been running, the engine will be very hot. Allow it to
cool before proceeding.
3. Remove the battery and store in a cool, dry place. Recharge it once a
month.
4. If equipped with the optional grass catcher, be sure to empty and clean
the bags before storage.
5. Remove the cutter deck (see pages 52-54).
6. Turn the cutter deck upside down. Clean the underside of the deck with
water, and dry thoroughly.
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