Kubota Z751KWi, Operator'S Manual

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STORAGE
WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
• To reduce fire hazards, allow the engine and the
exhaust system to cool before storing the
machine indoors or near combustible materials.
• To avoid the danger of exhaust fume poisoning,
do not operate the engine indoors without
proper ventilation.
• Do not clean the machine with the engine
running.
• To avoid fire hazards, do not leave grass and
leaves in the mower and the grass catcher.
• When storing, remove the key from the key
switch to avoid operation by unauthorized
persons.
STORING THE MACHINE
When the machine will not be operated for over 2
months, clean the machine and perform the following
operations before storage:
1. Repair parts as necessary.
2. Check bolts and nuts and tighten as necessary.
3. Apply grease or engine oil to parts most likely to
rust.
4. Inflate the tires to a little above the standard
pressure levels (approximately 110%).
5. Lower the mower to the ground.
6. Remove the battery from the machine, recharge it,
and store in a cool dry place.
The battery discharges over time even while in
storage. Recharge it once a month in the hot
season and once every 2 months in the cold
season.
7. Drain the fuel system or use a fuel stabilizer to
prevent deterioration of the gasoline. If you choose
to use a fuel stabilizer, follow the manufacturers
recommendations and add the correct amount for
the capacity of the fuel system. Fill the fuel tank
with clean, fresh gasoline. Run the engine for 2 to 3
minutes.
8. Store the machine in a dry place sheltered from
rain. Cover the machine with a vinyl tarp.
9. Moisture content in most grasses can damage the
mower and grass catcher if they are not properly
cleaned after use. Make sure the mower and the
grass catcher are clean and completely empty
before storage.
10. Store the machine only on flat, level ground.
REMOVING THE MACHINE
FROM STORAGE
1. Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust as
required.
2. Install the battery. Before installing the battery, be
sure it is fully charged.
3. Do the daily check.
(See DAILY CHECK on page 57.)
4. Check all fluid levels (engine oil, hydrostatic oil).
5. Start the engine. Shut the engine off, walk around
the machine and make a visual inspection looking
for leakage of oil or other fluids.
6. Run the engine a couple of minutes before you put
the engine under load.
STORING THE MACHINE STORAGE
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