Storage
CAUTION
• Batteries in a low state of charge will freeze at low temperatures.
PREPARING THE VEHICLE FOR EXTENDED STORAGE
1.
Unload the vehicle so that the tires are supporting only the weight of the vehicle.
2.
Store the vehicle in a cool, dry place. This will minimize battery self-discharge. If the battery appears to be weak,
have it charged by a trained technician. Use an automotive-type 12-volt battery charger rated at 10 amps or less.
Check electrolyte level after charging and add distilled water if necessary.
3.
Make sure the key switch is in the OFF position and the Forward/Reverse handle is in the NEUTRAL position.
Chock the wheels.
4.
Prepare the fuel tank.
4.1. Fill the tank with fresh fuel.
4.2. Following the manufacturer’s directions, add a commercially available fuel stabilizer (such as Sta-Bil
®
). Run
the engine in a well-ventilated area to allow treated fuel to replace untreated fuel in the carburetor.
4.3. Turn the fuel shut-off valve (1) to the closed (OFF) position
(Figure 18, Page 34)
.
1
2
3
1. Fuel Shut-off Valve 2. Closed (OFF) 3. Open (ON) NOTE:
When selecting valve position, ensure that it is fully opened or
fully closed.
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Figure 18
Fuel Shut-off Valve
4.4. Disconnect the fuel vent line from the fuel tank vent nipple.
4.5. Plug the fuel tank vent nipple so that it is air tight. The manufacturer recommends using a slip-on vinyl cap.
5.
Remove both spark plugs, and pour 1/2 ounce (14.2 mL) of SAE 10 weight oil through each of the two spark plug
holes. Rotate the engine crankshaft by hand several times, then install both spark plugs.
6.
Change engine oil.
See Engine Oil and Filter Change on page 41.
7.
Disconnect battery and spark plug wires.
See Disconnecting the Battery – Gasoline Vehicle on page 11
.
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XRT 950 Gasoline Vehicle Owner’s Manual
