Craftsman 247.27022 - Manual (Page 23)

FF-SEASON STORAG
If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer
than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows.
Battery
1. 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.
2. When storing unit for extended periods, disconnect
battery cables and remove the battery from the unit.
3. Ciean dirt and chaff from cylinder, cylinder head
fins, blower housing, rotating screen and muffler.
Engine
Engines, stored over 30 days, need speciai attention to
prevent gum formation in the fuel system or on the
carburetor.
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If fuel tank contains oxygenated or reformulated
gasoline, that is gasoline blended with alcohol or
ether, run engine until dry.
If fuel tank contains gasoline, either run engine till
dry or add an additive to the gas. If you are using
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additive, run the engine for several minutes to
circulate the additive through the carburetor.
Change oil on a warm engine.
Remove spark plug and pour about one ounce of
engine oil into cylinder. Replace the spark plug and
crank engine slowly to distribute the oil.
Clean engine of debris, chaff or grass clippings.
Store engine and riding mower in a ciean, dry area
far away from stove, furnace, water heater or
similar appliances using a pilot light or any other
sparking device.
Riding Mower
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Ciean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.
Lubricate all pivot points. Wipe the entire machine
with an oiled rag to protect the surfaces.
Transport the mower with fuel tank empty. 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 tight oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains,
springs, bearings and cables.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Trouble Possible Cause Remedy
Excessive vibration 1. Bent or damaged blade 1. Stop engine immediately. Check all
pulleys, blade adapters, keys and bolts for
tightness and spindle damage. Tighten or
replace any damaged parts.
2. Bent blade. 2. Stop engine immediately. Replace
damaged blade. Only use original
equipment blades.
Mower will not 1. Engine speed low. 1. Throttle must be set at FULL.
discharge grass or
leaves uncut strips 2. Speed selection. 2. Use lower ground speed. Slower the
ground speed, better the quality of cut.
3. Cutting height set too low. 3. Raise the deck.
4. Blades short or dull. 4. Sharpen or replace blades (uncut strip
problem only).
Broken Belt 1. Sudden stop or shock load to belt 1. Inspect rider for cause such as foreign
objects stuck in between deck and frame or
belt path. Remove obstruction and check
for damage. Replace belt if needed.
2. incorrect belt used 2. Replace with proper belt. Check Parts list
in this manual for correct part number.
3. Belt engaged abruptly 3. Engage belt slowly by depressing the
blade engagement pedal slowly.
4. Defective or damaged belt 4. Replace with proper belt.
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