Operator's Manual

MAINTENANCE

MOWER DECK WASHOUT PORT

(52” MOWER DECKS ONLY)

The washout port allows you to connect a typical

garden hose to the trim side (L.H.) of the mower deck

to remove grass and debris from the underside. This

ensures proper and safe operation of the mower.

1. Place the unit on a smooth level surface.

2. Lower the mower deck to its lowest cutting position.

3. Attach the quick disconnect (A, Figure 38) to the

garden hose (B) and connect to the washout port

4. While sitting on the operator’s seat, start the

engine and turn the PTO switch ON. Allow the

mower to run until the deck only discharges water.

5. Turn the PTO switch OFF, stop the engine and

wait for all moving parts to stop.

6. Turn the water off. Remove the garden hose and

quick disconnect from the washout port when

completed.

WARNING

Before running the mower, make sure the

hose is properly connected and does not

come into contact with the blades. When the

mower is running and the blades are engaged,

the person cleaning the mower deck must be

in the operator’s position, and there are no

bystanders. Failure to follow these precautions

may result in serious injury or death.

WARNING

A broken or missing washout port could

expose you or others to thrown objects or

blade contact. Contact with blade of thrown

debris can cause injury or death.

• Replace broken or missing washout fitting

immediately, before using mower again.

Figure 38. Mower Deck Washout Port

A. Quick Disconnect

B. Hose

C. Washout Port

Not for

Reproduction