Textron Jacobsen 744908A, Technical Manual

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Lawnaire
IV & V
STORAGE
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
To prevent possible explosion or ignition of
vaporized fuel, do not store equipment with fuel
in tank or carburetor in enclosure with open
flame (for example, a furnace or water heater
pilot light).
Before the equipment is put in to storage for
any period exceeding 30 days, the following
steps should be taken.
1. Drain all fuel from the fuel tank and fuel lines.
2. Start the engine and run until all the fuel is used
from the carburetor float bowl.
3. While the engine is still warm, drain the
crankcase oil and replace with the proper weight
oil corresponding to the season the equipment
will next be used.
4. Remove the spark plug and squirt a small
amount of engine oil into the cylinder. Turn the
engine over a few times to distribute the oil.
5. Drain the water drum.
NOTE : Always drain the water drum for winter
storage. Freezing water can rupture the drum.
6. Lubricate the clutch pivot fitting.
To put the equipment into service after an
extended period of storage:
1. Check for loose parts and tighten if necessary.
2. Check for cracked or broken tines and replace
as necessary.
3. Fill the fuel tank.
4. Check the engine and gear reduction case oil
levels with the engine in a level position.
5. Start the engine.
6. Check for fuel leaks.
7. Check clutch control operation to make sure the
unit stops when the clutch control is released.