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Set the parking brake into the parking slots. Refer to
section PARKING BRAKE SETTING in this manual.
•
Adjust the mower deck height to the lowest. Refer to
section "CUTTING-DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT" in
this manual.
•
Attach the supplied wash-port quick-coupler to garden
hose.
•
Attach garden hose with quick-coupler to wash port on
the mower deck. The wash port is on the left side of the
mower deck.
•
Turn on the water.
•
Pull the PTO switch to start the mower cutting blades and
adjust the blade speed to the highest. Refer to section
"Blade-Speed Adjustment Button" in this manual.
•
Flush water under the deck for approximately one minute.
•
Disengage the mower blades by pushing the PTO switch
downward.
•
Turn off the water and remove garden hose and quick-
coupler from wash port.
•
Remove quick-coupler from garden hose and store for
future use.
•
Turn off the mower completely. See section "STOPPING
THE ELECTRIC ZERO TURN MOWER".
13.2
STORE THE MACHINE
The following steps should be taken in order to prepare the
machine for storage.
•
Clean the machine as described in the previous section.
•
Inspect the blade and replace it or sharpen it, if required
(refer to the Maintenance section).
•
Do not store the machine next to corrosive materials, such
as fertilizer or rock salt.
•
Keep the machine out of the reach of children.
•
Do not cover the machine with a solid plastic sheet.
Plastic coverings trap moisture around the machine,
which causes rust and corrosion.
•
Check thoroughly for any worn or damaged parts that
need replacing and order them from your dealer.
•
Thoroughly lubricate machine, according to lubrication
instructions.
•
Fully charge and service the batteries.
•
Do not deflate tires.
•
The machine should be stored in a well-ventilated, clean
and dry place.
13.3
PREPARE FOR USE AFTER
STOAGE
The following steps should be taken before using the mower
after it has been stored:
•
Fully charge the batteries.
•
Check tire pressure and inflate as needed.
•
Briefly drive the mower and check all systems and
components to ensure they are functioning correctly.
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