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22
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE MOWER
WARNING: In order to reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose the mower to
water. The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use, because
grass clippings, leaves, dirt, and other debris will accumulate, which will cause rust and
corrosion.
Remove any build-up of grass and leaves on or around the motor cover (do not use
water). Occasionally wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth. If debris builds up on the
underside of the mower during use, stop the motor, disconnect it from the battery, and
then tilt the mower forward or on its side, and scrape it clean using an appropriate tool.
STORING THE MOWER
The following steps should be taken in order to prepare the lawn mower for storage.
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Clean the mower as described in the previous section.
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Inspect the blade, and replace it or sharpen it, if required (refer to the Maintenance
section).
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Lubricate the mower.
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Store the mower in a dry, clean location. Do not store it next to corrosive materials,
such as fertilizer or rock salt.
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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.
The handle may be folded away completely for storage.
(See Figure 2)
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Lift up the nuts on the sides of the upper handle to unlock, and fold the upper handle
down.
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Lift up the quick release fasteners on the side of the lower handle to unlock, pull
outwards on each side of the lower handle, and lift the sides of the lower handle
past the edges of the handle mounting brackets. Fold the lower handle forward.
Make sure not to bend or kink the power cord.
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Remove the battery and store it in a cool dry location, if possible. Charge the battery
every two weeks when not in use in order to increase its life.
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Remove the battery and store in a secure location out of the reach of children.
Removal of the battery is not required for storage.
WARNING: This battery must be charged when in storage to maintain running life.
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