Toro 14AP80RP744 manual OFF-SEASON Storage

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SECTION 11: OFF-SEASON STORAGE

Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: MAINTAINING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR on page 20 of this manual before storing for an extended period.

Engine

If the engine will be out of service for two months or more, use the following storage procedure:

•Clean the exterior surfaces of the engine.

•Change the oil and filter while the engine is still warm from operation. Refer to Changing Engine OIl on page 21.

•The fuel system must be completely emptied, or the gasoline must be treated with a fuel stabilizer such as STA-BIL®to prevent deterioration. If you choose to use a stabilizer, follow the manufacturers recommendations, and add the correct amount for the capacity of the fuel system. Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Run the engine for 2-3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor.

To empty the system, run the engine until the tank and system are empty.

WARNING: Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors, away from an open flame. Allow engine to cool. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel.

•Remove each spark plug. Add one tablespoon of engine oil into each spark plug hole. Install the plugs, but do not reconnect the plug wire. Crank the engine two or three revolutions.

•Store the engine in a clean, dry place.

WARNING: Never store the machine or fuel container indoors where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.

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Contents GT2100 Garden Tractor Table of Contents General Operation Important Safe Operation PracticesDo not Slope OperationService ChildrenTowing General Service Keep Hands and Feet Away from Rotating Parts Safety LabelsInstructional Labels — Slope GaugeTire Pressure Attaching the Battery CablesGas and Oil Fill-up Shipping Brace RemovalSeat Adjustment Setting the Gauge WheelsKnow Your Garden Tractor Brake Pedal Ignition Switch ModuleThrottle Control Choke ControlElectric PTO Blade Engage Knob Cruise Control LeverParking Brake Lever Operating Your Garden Tractor Safety Interlock SystemReverse Caution Mode To use the Reverse Caution ModeDriving The Tractor Using the Deck Lift LeverStarting the Engine Stopping the EngineEngaging the PTO Blades Setting The Cruise ControlMowing Engaging the Parking BrakeMaking Adjustments Leveling the DeckSide to Side Steering Adjustment Parking Brake AdjustmentChecking the Oil Level Maintaining Your Garden TractorEngine Engine OilRe-filling the Crankcase with Oil Changing the Engine OilDraining the Oil Changing the Oil FilterSpark Plugs PrecleanerService Paper Element Air FilterLubrication Cleaning the Engine And Deck Cutting Blades Service Tires FuseJump Starting BatteryCalifornia Proposition 65 Warning Battery Cutting Deck RemovalChanging the Deck Belt OFF-SEASON Storage Maintenance Chart Trouble Possible Causes Corrective Action TroubleshootingSpecifications MANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage Toro Company MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for Lawn & Garden Tractors
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