After each mow, I use the leaf blower to blow all the loose clippings off the deck, under the seat, hydro fans etc. I raise it with the Mo-Jack and scrape the crud under the deck and use only a garden hose to rinse it off. Keeps it clean as the day I got it.
I will also rinse the body panels (if needed) and blow the entire unit off with the leaf blower and wipe it down with a cloth. Start it up, run the blades a few minutes and put it in the garage. Since it is a Dixie Chopper with the stainless steel body, I will apply some stainless steel cleaner and polish her up!