Operator`s manual

19Section 6 — Maintenance & adjuStMentS
Battery (Electric Start Models Only)
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot
be checked and fluid can not be added.
• Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and
free of corrosive build-up.
• After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply a light coat
of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals.
CAUTION: If removing the battery for cleaning,
disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from its
terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire.
When reinstalling the battery, always connect the
POSITIVE (Red) wire its terminal first, followed by the
NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Be certain that the wires are
connected to the correct terminals; reversing them
could result in serious damage to your engine’s
alternating system.
Tire Pressure
WARNING! Warning! Under any circumstance do
not exceed manufacturer’s recommended psi. Equal
tire pressure should be maintained at all times. Refer
to sidewall of tire for recommended pressure.
Periodically check the pressure on both your mower’s rear
tires. Uneven tire pressure will cause the cutting deck to mow
unevenly and may result in mower to veering to either the
left or right during operation. Refer to the tire side wall for tire
manufacturer’s recommended psi and deflate (or inflate) the tires
as necessary.
Cleaning the Mower
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off
promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling
fins of the engine, the transmission’s cooling fan or on any other
part of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys.
Smart Jet
Your mower’s deck is equipped with a water port on its surface as
part of its deck wash system.
Use the Smart Jet to rinse grass clippings from the deck’s
underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals.
Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING:
WARNING! Before using the deck wash system,
always disengage the Blade Control, stop engine
and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
1. Position the mower on a level, clear spot on your lawn, near
enough for your garden hose to reach.
CAUTION: Make certain the mower’s discharge
chute is directed AWAY from your house, garage,
parked cars, etc.
2. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your mower’s
Operator’s Manual) onto the end of your garden hose.
3. Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your deck’s
surface. See Figure 6-3.
Figure 6-3
4. Turn the water on.
5. Start the engine and place the throttle lever in the FAST
(rabbit) position.
6. While in the operator’s position behind the mower, move
the Blade Control into the ON position.
7. Remain in the operator’s position with the cutting deck
engaged for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the
underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse.
8. Move the Blade Control into the OFF position.
9. Turn the ignition key (for electric start models) to the STOP
position to turn the mower’s engine off.
10. Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from the
water port on your deck’s surface.
After cleaning your deck with the Smart Jet system, start the
mower’s engine, return to the operator’s position and engage
the blades. Keep the cutting deck running for a minimum of
two minutes, allowing the underside of the cutting deck to
thoroughly dry.