MAInTEnAnCE
sTORING THE mOwER
The following steps should be taken in order to prepare the lawn mower for storage.
• Clean the mower as described in the previous section.
• Inspect the blade, and replace it or sharpen it, if required (refer to the Maintenance section).
• Store the mower in a dry, clean location. Do not store it next to corrosive materials, such as
fertilizer or rock salt.
• Store the mower indoors, in a cool, dry place, out of the reach of children. Do not cover the
lawn mower with a solid plastic sheet. Plastic coverings trap moisture around the mower,
which causes rust and corrosion.
• Remove the battery and store it in a cool dry location, if possible. Charge the battery every
two months when not in use in order to increase its life.
• Remove the battery and store in a secure location out of the reach of children.
w A R N I N G
This battery must be charged every 3 months while in storage to maintain maximum capacity.
VERTIcAL sTORAGE FuNcTION
• Remove the battery from the mower.
• Remove the grass catcher bag.
• Rotate the handle knobs to the unlocked position.
• Lower the handle assembly and rotate the handle knobs to the locked position.
• Lift the mower by the front end to the vertical position.
w A R N I N G
Always remove the battery from the mower before placing the unit in the vertical storage position.
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