5.4.10 cleaning the machine
After each mowing, clean the outside of the machine, empty the grass-catcher and
shake it to remove residual grass and earth.
containers full of cut grass inside a room.
Clean the plastic parts of the body with a damp sponge using water and detergent,
taking care not to wet the engine, the electrical parts or the electronic card located
under the dashboard.
body and engine!
upper part of the cutting deck in order to keep maximum machine efficiency and
safety levels.
After each use, accurately clean the cutting deck to remove any grass remains or debris.
from the surrounding area when cleaning the cutting deck.
2. connect a water hose to its pipe fitting (1), and run water through it;
3. sit at the operator's position;
4. lower the cutting deck completely;
5. start the engine and stay in neutral;
6. engage the blade and leave it to turn for a few minutes.
Take off the grass-catcher, empty and rinse it, then put it in a position where
it can dry quickly.
b) To clean the upper part of the cutting deck:
-- - lower the cutting deck completely (position «1»);
-- - blow a jet of compressed air to remove any remains of grass.
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Always empty the grass-catcher and do not leave
Never use hose-nozzles or harsh detergents for cleaning the
Do not let debris and dry remains of grass accumulate in
Wear eye protection and keep people or animals away
a) When washing the inside of the cutting deck and the
collector channel, the machine must be on firm ground:
1. fit the grass-catcher;