Washout Port (Select Models); Storage - Briggs & Stratton Zero Turn Rider Manuel D'utilisation

Washout Port (Select Models)

The washout port allows you to connect a typical garden
hose to the trim side (L.H.) of the mower deck to remove
grass and debris from the underside of the deck. This
ensures proper and safe operation of the mower.
1. Park the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a
concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, lock the ground
speed levers into their START/PARK positions,
engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and
remove the ignition key.
2. Attach the quick disconnect (A, Figure 12) to a gar-
den hose (B), and connect to the washout port (C)
on the mower deck.
3. Turn on the water.
4. Start the engine, set the mower deck in the high-
est cutting position, and engage the PTO to remove
grass and debris from the underside of the mower
deck.
5. Disengage the PTO, turn off the engine, and remove
the ignition key.
6. Remove the garden hose and quick disconnect from
the mower deck when cleaning is completed.
A
B
Figure 12. Mower Deck Washout Port
WARNING
Before running the mower, make sure the hose is
properly connected and does not come into cotact
with the blades. When the mower is running and the
blades are engaged, the person cleaning the mower
must be in the operator position, and there must be no
bystanders. Failure to follow these precautions may
result in serious injury or death.

Storage

Before you store your unit for the off-season, read the
Maintenance and Storage instructions in the Operator
Safety section, then perform the following steps:
• Disengage the PTO, move the ground speed levers
into the START/PARK positions, set the parking
brake, & remove the key.
• Perform engine maintenance and storage measures
listed in the engine owner's manual. This includes
draining the fuel system, or adding stabilizer to the
fuel (do not store a fueled unit in an enclosed struc-
ture - see warning).
• Battery life will be increased if it is removed, put in a
cool, dry place and fully charged about once a month.
If the battery is left in the unit, disconnect the negative
cable.
Before starting the unit after it has been stored:
• Check all fluid levels. Check all maintenance items.
• Perform all recommended checks and procedures
found in the engine owner's manual.
• Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes
before use.
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WARNING
Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed, poorly
ventilated structure. Fuel vapors can travel to an
ignition source (such as a furnace, water heater, etc.)
and cause an explosion.
Fuel vapor is also toxic to humans and animals.
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