ENDING WORK
After mowing, disengage the blades and drive back to base with the cutting deck in the highest position.
To stop, move the travel lever to the STOP position (2, fig. 3), set the throttle lever on the minimum rpm, switch off
the engine by turning the key (1, Fig. 1) and lower the deck to the lowest position.
CLEANING
Clean the outside of the mower after each use.
STORAGE AND PROLONGED PERIODS OF DISUSE
Store the mower in a dry place, away from atmospheric agents, and preferably cover with a sheet. If the mower
is not going to be used for a long period (over 1 month), disconnect the red battery cable (fig. 23) and follow the
instructions given in the engine manual. Also lubricate all of the articulated joints.
Regularly check that the battery voltage does not drop below 12 volts. If it does, recharge the battery.
Use the preservative additive for unleaded petrol. If the machine is to be out of use for more than 30 days, drain
the fuel from the engine to prevent sticky deposits from forming in the fuel intake system or in vital parts of
carburettor. To protect the engine we advise you to use the Briggs & Stratton fuel additive, available from all
Briggs & Stratton authorised services centres. Add the additive to the fuel in the tank or in the fuel container. Run
the engine a little to circulate the additive through the carburettor. The engine and carburettor can be stored for up
to 24 months.
NB.: If no additive are used or the engine is running on petrol which contains alcohol, drain the fuel tank and run
the engine until there is no fuel left.
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