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2.
If storing the tractor for 30 days or more:
a. To prevent gum deposits from forming inside
the engine’s carburetor and causing possible
malfunction of the engine, the fuel system must be
either completely emptied, or the gasoline must be
treated with a stabilizer to prevent deterioration.
WARNING!
Fuel left in the fuel tank deteriorates
and will cause serious starting problems.
Using a fuel stabilizer such as
STA-BIL® for storage
between 30 and 90 days
:
•
Read the product manufacturer’s instructions
and recommendations.
•
Add to clean, fresh gasoline the correct
amount of stabilizer for the capacity
(approximately 3 gallons) of the fuel system.
•
Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel and run the
engine for 2-3 minutes to get stabilized fuel
into the carburetor.
b. Emptying the fuel system for storage of more than
90 days:
•
Prior to putting the tractor in storage, monitor
fuel consumption with the goal of running
the fuel tank empty.
•
Run the engine until it begins to stall. Use the
choke to keep the engine running until all fuel
in the carburetor has been exhausted.
•
Referring to the engine manual, drain the fuel
from the carburetor bowl.
3.
Clean the engine and the entire tractor thoroughly.
4.
Fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative
cable at the battery to prevent possible discharge.
Recharge the battery periodically when in storage.
NOTE:
Remove the battery if exposed to prolonged periods
of sub-freezing temperatures. Store in a cool, dry location
where temperatures are above freezing.
5.
Lubricate all lubrication points.
NOTE:
Using a pressure washer or garden hose is not
recommended for cleaning your tractor. It may cause
damage to electrical components, spindles, pulleys,
bearings or the engine. The use of water will result in
shortened life and reduce serviceability.
Removing The Tractor From Storage
1.
Check the engine oil.
2.
Fully charge the battery and inflate the tires to the
recommended pressure.
3.
If drained before storing, fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
4.
Add clean, fresh fuel.
5.
Start the engine and allow to idle for a few minutes to
ensure engine is operating properly.
6.
Drive the tractor without a load to make certain all the
tractor systems are functioning properly.
Cleaning the Tractor
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off
promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling
fins of the engine, the transmission’s cooling fan or on any other
part of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys.
Using the Deck Wash System
WARNING!
When using the deck wash system, never
engage the deck from any position other than the
operator’s seat of the tractor. Do not use an assistant or
engage deck in the presence of any bystanders.
1.
Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose
connected to a water supply.
2.
Move the tractor to a level clear area within reach of
the hose where the dispersal of wet grass clippings is
acceptable to you. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking
brake and stop the engine.
CAUTION:
Make certain the tractor’s discharge
chute is directed AWAY from your house, garage,
parked cars, etc.
3.
Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the
adapter onto one of the deck wash nozzles at either end of
the mower deck. Release the lock collar to lock the adapter
on the nozzle. See Figure 6-1 .
Nozzle Adapter
Adapter Lock Collar
Deck Wash Nozzle
Figure 6-1
4.
Turn the water on.
5.
While sitting in the operator’s position on the tractor, start
the engine and place the throttle lever in the FAST
position.
6.
Engage the PTO.
7.
Remain in the operator’s position with the cutting deck
engaged for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the
underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse.
8.
Disengage the PTO.
9.
Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn the
tractor’s engine off.
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