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1-3. Long-term storage
(1) Preparation for storage
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Wash the tractor cleanly and follow the
procedure as below.
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Apply grease or lubricant oil or spray paint to the
non-painted metal to avoid corrosion. Keep the
tractor in a covered, dry and well-ventilated
place.
Temperature : 10
℃
~ 35
℃
(50
℉
~ 95
℉
)
Humidity : 45% ~ 70%
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Place all controls, including electrical switches,
in neutral position and apply the wheel chocks to
the tires and disengage the parking brake.
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Check the lubricant level of each parts and if the
engine oil has exceeded 100 hours of work,
change the oil and run the engine for 5 minutes
at idle rpm.
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Drain engine coolant completely. If the engine
coolant is anti-freeze solution, it is not necessary
to drain but check its density.
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Fill the fuel tank full with fuel.
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Loosen all drive belts and clean the air cleaner.
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Loosen the rubber plug (if fitted) under the clutch
chamber to drain water.
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Remove the battery, clean the cover and smear
the terminals with grease. Place the battery in a
ventilated place not less than 10
°
C (50
°
F) and
away from direct sunlight.
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Remove the lift-rod and place the lift-arm to the
highest position to lubricate the internal cylinder.
Lift rod
Lift arm
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If possible, fit stands or other suitable supports under the axles to raise the wheel off the ground.
And let the air out of the tires. If not, check the tire pressure from time to time.
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Remove the lift rod and place the lift arm to the highest position to protect the cylinder.
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Remove the ignition key.
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Cover the tractor with a non-water-proof cover.
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If the implements are attached, lower the implements on a support off the ground.
