Preparing the Engine
1.
Drain the oil from the engine and install the drain
plug.
2.
Remove and discard the oil filter. Install a new
oil filter.
3.
Fill the engine with specified motor oil.
4.
Start the engine and run it at idle speed for
approximately 2 minutes.
5.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
6.
Flush the fuel tank with fresh, clean fuel.
7.
Secure all fuel-system fittings.
8.
Thoroughly clean and service the air-cleaner
assembly.
9.
Seal the air-cleaner inlet and the exhaust outlet
with weatherproof tape.
10.
Check the antifreeze protection and add a
50/50 solution of water and ethylene glycol
antifreeze as needed for the expected minimum
temperature in your area.
Preparing the Electrical
System
1.
Service the battery and cables as follows; refer
to
Electrical System Safety (page 46)
.
2.
Remove the battery terminals from the battery
posts.
3.
Clean the battery, terminals, and posts with a
wire brush and baking-soda solution.
4.
Coat the cable terminals and battery posts with
Grafo 112X skin-over grease (Toro Part No.
505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.
5.
Slowly charge the battery every 60 days for 24
hours to prevent lead sulfation of the battery.
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