Simplicity Baron, Operator'S Manual

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Temporary storage (30 days or less)
Remember that the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline,
so never store the unit indoors or in any other area where fuel
vapor could travel to any ignition source. Fuel vapor is also
toxic if inhaled, so never store the unit in any structure used
for human or animal habitation.
Here is a checklist of things to do when storing your unit
temporarily or in between uses:
• Keep the unit in an area away from where children may
come into contact with it.
• If there’s any chance of unauthorized use, remove the spark
plugs and put in a safe place. Be sure the spark plug openings
are protected from foreign objects with a suitable cover.
• If the unit can’t be stored on a reasonably level surface,
chock the wheels.
• Clean all grass and dirt from the mower deck.
Long-term storage (longer than 30 days)
Before you store your unit for the off-season, read the
maintenance and storage precautions in the “Safety” section,
then perform the following steps:
1. Drain crankcase oil and refill with a grade of oil that will be
required when unit is used again.
2. Prepare the mower deck for storage as follows:
a. Remove mower deck from the unit.
b. Clean underside of mower deck.
c. Coat all bare metal surfaces with paint or light coat of oil
to prevent rusting.
3. Clean external surfaces and engine.
4. Prepare engine for storage. See engine manual.
5. Clean any dirt or grass from cylinder head cooling fins,
engine housing and air cleaner element.
6. Cover air cleaner and exhaust outlet tightly with plastic or
other waterproof material to keep out moisture, dirt and
insects.
7. Completely grease and oil unit as outlined in the
“Lubrication” section.
8. Clean up unit and apply paint or rust preventative to any
areas where paint is chipped or damaged.
9. Be sure the battery is filled to the proper level with water
and is fully charged. Battery life will be increased if it is
removed, placed in a cool, dry place and fully charged about
once a month. If battery is left in unit, disconnect the
negative cable.
10. Drain fuel system completely or add a gasoline stabilizer to
the fuel system. If you have chosen to use a fuel stabilizer
and have not drained the fuel system, follow all safety
instructions and storage precautions in this manual to
prevent the possibility of fire from the ignition of gasoline
fumes. Remember that gasoline fumes can travel to distant
sources of ignition and ignite, causing risk of explosion
and fire.
Starting after long-term storage
Before starting the unit after it has been stored for a long
period of time, perform the following steps:
1. Remove any blocks from under the unit.
2. Install the battery if it was removed.
3. Uncover the exhaust outlet and air cleaner.
4. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. See engine manual
for recommendations.
5. See engine manual and follow all instructions for preparing
engine after storage.
6. Check crankcase oil level and add proper oil if necessary.
If any condensation has developed during storage, drain
crankcase oil and refill.
7. Inflate tires to proper pressure. Check fluid levels.
8. Start the engine and let it run slowly. DO NOT run at high
speed immediately after starting. Be sure to run engine only
outdoors or in well-ventilated area.
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