Craftsman R100 Series Manual De Instructiones página 22

Post-Operation Rider Care
After each operation of the rider, the following procedures should be implemented
to extend the life of your rider and ensure safe operating conditions.
Failure to follow these recommendations may result in serious injury to
yourself or others and may cause damage to the rider.
Cleaning the Underside of the Deck
Deck Wash System (if equipped)
Your rider's deck is equipped with a water port on its surface as part of its deck wash
system.
Use the deck wash system to rinse grass clippings from the deck's underside and
prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals. Complete the following steps AFTER
EACH MOWING:
1. Drive the rider to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough for your
garden hose to reach.
WARNING
Make certain the rider's discharge chute is directed AWAY from people, your
house, garage, parked cars, etc.
2. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake and stop the engine.
3. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your rider's Operator's Manual) onto
the end of your garden hose.
4. Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your decks surface. See "Figure 1".
Note: Make sure that the hose is not routed under the deck and is clear of all
moving parts.
5. Turn the water on.
6. While sitting in the operator's position on the rider, start the engine and
place the throttle lever in the FAST
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
DANGER
Figure 1
position.
7. Move the rider's PTO into the engaged (ON) position.
8. Remain in the operator's position with the deck engaged for a minimum of
two minutes, allowing the underside of the deck to thoroughly rinse.
9. Move the rider's PTO into the disengaged (OFF) position.
10. Turn the ignition key to the STOP
11. Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from the water port on your deck's
surface.
12. After cleaning your deck with the Smart Jet system, return to the operator's
position and engage the PTO. Keep the deck running for a minimum of two
minutes, allowing the underside of the deck to thoroughly dry.
Cleaning the Rider
If the rider has been recently run, the engine, muffler and surrounding
metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Let the engine
cool for at least five minutes Exercise caution to avoid burns.
Your rider should be cleaned after each use and under certain conditions, i.e. dry
conditions and/or mulching situations, additional cleaning may be necessary.
One of the best ways to keep your rider running efficiently and to reduce fire risk
is to regularly remove debris buildup from the rider. Follow the recommendations
below and contact your authorized dealer with any questions.
• Allow the machine to cool in an open area before cleaning.
• Do not use water on any part of the rider except the underside of the cutting
deck. Doing so can cause damage to the rider's spindle bearings, electrical
system and engine, leading to premature failures. The use of compressed air
and/or leaf blower will help keep the rider clean.
• Clean under the hood. Exhaust manifold, around fuses, all wiring and
harnesses, muffler pipe, muffler shield, engine intake screens and cooling
fins, etc. See "Figure 2".
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position to turn the rider's engine off.
WARNING
Figure 2