Storage
Storage Safety
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Before you leave the operator’s position, do the
following:
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Park the machine on a level surface.
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Disengage and lower the cutting units.
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Engage the parking brake.
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Shut off the engine and remove the key.
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Wait for all movement to stop.
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Allow the machine to cool before adjusting,
servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
•
Do not store the machine or fuel container where there
is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a
water heater or other appliance.
Preparing the Traction Unit
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, lower the cutting
units, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine,
and remove the key.
2.
Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting units, and
the engine.
3.
Check the tire pressure; refer to
Air Pressure (page 66)
.
4.
Check all fasteners for looseness; tighten them as
necessary.
5.
Grease or oil all grease fittings and pivot points. Wipe
up any excess lubricant.
6.
Lightly sand and use touch-up paint on painted areas
that are scratched, chipped, or rusted. Repair any
dents in the metal body.
7.
Service the battery and cables as follows; refer to
Electrical System Safety (page 63)
:
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 charge 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 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.
Storing the Battery
If you are storing the machine for more than 30 days,
remove the battery and charge it fully. Either store it on the
shelf or on the machine. Leave the cables disconnected if
they are stored on the machine. Store the battery in a cool
atmosphere to avoid quick deterioration of the charge in the
battery. To prevent the battery from freezing, ensure that
it is fully charged. The specific gravity of a fully charged
battery is 1.265 to 1.299.
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