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Preparation for Storage
Toro recommends the following proce-
dure to prepare the vehicle for storage.
An authorized Toro ROV dealer should
perform this service; however, the owner/
operator may perform this service if
desired.
1. Clean the seat cushions with a damp
cloth and allow to dry.
2. Clean the vehicle thoroughly by
washing dirt, oil, grass, and other for-
eign matter from the entire vehicle.
Allow the vehicle to dry thoroughly.
DO NOT get water into any part of
the engine or air intake.
3. Either drain the gas tank or add a fuel
stabilizer to the gas in the gas tank.
4. Clean the interior of the air filter
housing.
5. Plug the hole in the exhaust system
with a clean cloth.
6. Apply light oil to the upper steering
shaft bushing and plungers of the
shock absorbers.
7. Tighten all nuts, bolts, cap screws,
and screws. Make sure rivets holding
components
together
are
tight.
Replace all loose rivets. Care must be
taken that all calibrated nuts, cap
screws, and bolts are tightened to
specifications.
8. Fill the cooling system to the bottom
of the stand pipe in the radiator neck
with properly mixed coolant.
9. Disconnect the battery cables (nega-
tive cable first); then remove the bat-
tery, clean the battery posts and
cables, and store in a clean, dry area.
NOTE: For storage, use a battery
maintainer or make sure the battery
is fully charged (see Battery section
in this manual).
10. Store the vehicle indoors in a level
position.
CAUTION
Prior to storing this vehicle, it must
be properly serviced to prevent rust-
ing and component deterioration.
CAUTION
Avoid storing outside in direct sun-
light and avoid using a plastic cover
as moisture will collect on the vehicle
causing rusting.
