.9 STORAGE
STORAGE SAFETY
• Store the unit in an area away from human activ-
ity.
• Do not permit children to play on or around the
stored machine.
• Store the unit in a dry, level area. Support the
frame with planks if required.
At the end of the
season, the machine
should be thoroughly
inspected and pre-
pared for storage.
Repair or replace
any worn or dam-
aged components to
prevent any unneces-
sary down time at the
beginning of the next
season. Follow this
procedure:
1. Thoroughly wash
the machine with
a pressure wash-
er or water hose
to remove all dirt,
mud, debris or
residue.
2. Make sure all
Fig. 9 STORED
the water drains out of the compartment and
blower.
3. Lubricate all grease points to remove any
water residue from washing.
4. Coat the conveying chain and coupler be-
tween the engine and blower drive with a
good quality chain lubricant to prevent rusting.
5. Remove any material that has become entan-
gled around any moving part.
6. Run the machine for a couple of minutes at
low RPM to dry the inside of the blower.
7. Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to pre-
vent rusting.
8. Move the machine to its storage area.
9. Store in a dry, level spot.
10. Store in an enclosed building if possible. If
space is not available, cover with a waterproof
tarpaulin and tie down securely.
11. Unhook from the tractor (see Section 5.8).
12. Place planks under the jack for added support
if required.
13. Store in an area away from human activity.
14. Do not allow children to play around the
stored unit.
