MTD 13B-325-401 - Manual (Page 19)

19
• Lubricate teeth of the external steering gears with
automotive multi-purpose grease every 25 hours of
operation or once a season.
Linkage
• Lubricate all deck linkage and height adjustment
linkage with a light oil.
Front Wheels
• Lubricate at least once a season with automotive
multi-purpose grease.
Engine
• Maintain the engine as recommended in the
separate engine manual.
Cleaning Engine
• Promptly wipe off any fuel or oil spilled on the
machine with clean cloth.
• Clean the underside of the blade housing after
each mowing. Do not let clippings or debris
accumulate around the blade which may cause rust
on the deck.
• Using a brush or cloth, remove grass, chaff or
debris from the finger guard on the engine daily to
prevent overheating of the engine. Do not clean
with a forceful spray of water since water
contaminates the fuel system.
• Keep the governor linkage, springs and controls
free of debris.
• If engine muffler is equipped with spark arrester
screen, remove and clean the screen regularly.
Replace if damaged or plugged with debris.Clean
muffler area and remove any grass or other debris
before operating the unit.
Fuel Filter
Your unit is equipped with a replaceable in-line fuel
filter. Replace filter whenever contamination or
discoloration is noticed. Order replacement filter
through your engine authorized service dealer.
SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer
than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows.
Rider Mower
• Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.
• Lubricate all pivot points. Wipe the entire
machine with an oiled rag to protect the surfaces.
• Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
• When storing any type of power equipment in an
unventilated or metal storage shed, care should
be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light
oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any
chains, springs, bearings and cables.
Battery
• Charge battery fully. The battery loses some of
its charge each day when the unit is not used.
NEVER store battery without a full charge.
Recharge battery before returning to service or
every two months, whichever occurs first.
• When storing unit for extended periods,
disconnect battery cables and remove the battery
from the unit.
• Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder, cylinder head
fins, blower housing, rotating screen and muffler
area.
Engine
• Refer to the engine manual for storage
instructions. Make sure to store the engine
properly so that your equipment can work
smoothly afterwards.