Storage
Preparing the Traction Unit
1.
Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting units, and
engine.
2.
Check the tire pressure. Inflate all traction unit tires to
83 to 103 kPa (12 to 15 psi).
3.
Check all fasteners for looseness and tighten them as
necessary.
4.
Grease all grease fittings and pivot points. Wipe up
any excess lubricant.
5.
Lightly sand and use touch-up paint on painted areas
that are scratched, chipped, or rusted. Repair any dents
in the metal body.
6.
Service the battery and cables as follows:
A.
Remove the battery terminals from the battery
posts.
B.
Clean the battery, terminals, and posts with a wire
brush and baking soda solution.
C.
Coat the cable terminals and battery posts with
Grafo 112X skin-over grease (Toro Part No.
505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.
D.
Slowly recharge the battery every 60 days for 24
hours to prevent lead sulfation of the battery.
Preparing the Engine
1.
Drain the engine oil from the oil pan and replace the
drain plug.
2.
Remove and discard the oil filter. Install a new oil filter.
3.
Refill the oil pan with designated quantity of motor oil.
4.
Start the engine and run it at idle speed for
approximately two minutes.
5.
Stop the engine.
6.
For storage over 30 days, prepare the fuel system as
follows:
•
Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to
fuel in the tank.
Follow the mixing instructions from stabilizer
manufacturer. Do not use an alcohol based
stabilizer (ethanol or methanol).
Note:
A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most
effective when mixed with fresh gasoline and used
at all times.
•
Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel
through the fuel system (5 minutes).
•
Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel
tank.
•
Restart the engine and run it until it stops.
•
Start and run the engine until it will not start again.
•
Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local codes.
Important:
Do not store
stabilizer/conditioned gasoline over 90
days
7.
Remove the spark plugs and check their condition;
refer to Changing the Spark Plugs.
8.
With the spark plugs removed from the engine, pour
two tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole.
9.
Use the starter to crank the engine and distribute the
oil inside the cylinder.
10.
Install the spark plugs and tighten to recommended
torque; refer to Changing the Spark Plugs.
Note:
Do not install the wire on the spark plug(s).
11.
Check anti freeze protection and add a 50/50 solution
of water and anti freeze as needed for expected
minimum temperature in your area.
12.
Secure all fuel system fittings.
13.
Thoroughly clean and service the air cleaner assembly.
14.
Seal the air cleaner inlet and the exhaust outlet with
weatherproof tape.
15.
Check the antifreeze protection and add as needed for
expected minimum temperature in your area.
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