Briggs & Stratton 5900619 manual Starting After Long Term Storage, Diesel Fuel Recommendations

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STORAGE

Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less)

Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some fuel, so never store the unit indoors or in any other area where fuel vapor could travel to any ignition source. Fuel vapor is also toxic if inhaled, so never store the unit in any structure used for human or animal habitation.

Here is a checklist of things to do when storing your unit temporarily or in between uses:

•Keep the unit in an area away from where children may come into contact with it. If there’s any chance of unauthorized use remove the ignition key.

•If the unit can’t be stored on a reasonable level surface, chock the wheels.

•Clean all grass and dirt from the mower.

•If temperature is expected to drop below 35 degrees, refer to Long Term Storage, Item 2.

Long Term Storage (Longer Than 30 Days)

Before you store your unit for the off-season, read the Maintenance and Storage instructions in the Safety Rules section, then perform the following steps:

1.Drain crankcase oil while engine is hot and refill with a grade of oil that will be required when unit is used again.

2.Use an Antifreeze tester to check the cooling system’s level of protection. Read the instructions on the Antifreeze container for the appropriate ratio of water to Antifreeze for your geographical area.

3.Prepare the mower deck for storage as follows:

a.Remove mower deck from the unit.

b.Clean underside of mower deck.

c.Coat all bare metal surfaces with paint or light coat of oil to prevent rusting.

4.Clean external surfaces and engine.

5.Prepare engine for storage. See engine owner’s manual.

6.Clean any dirt or grass from cylinder head, engine housing and air cleaner element.

7.Cover air cleaner and exhaust outlet tightly with plastic or other waterproof material to keep out moisture, dirt and insects.

8.Completely grease and oil unit as outlined in the Regular Maintenance section.

9.Clean up unit and apply paint or rust preventative to any areas where paint is chipped or damaged.

10.Be sure the battery is filled to the proper level with water and is fully charged. Battery life will be increased if it is removed, put in a cool, dry place and fully charged about once a month. If battery is left in unit, disconnect the negative cable.

11.Drain fuel system completely or add a diesel fuel stabilizer to the fuel system. If you have chosen to use a fuel stabilizer and have not drained the fuel system, follow all safety instructions and storage precautions in this manual to prevent the possibility of fire from the ignition of diesel fumes. Remember, diesel fumes can travel to distant sources of ignition and ignite, causing risk of explosion and fire.

Operation

WARNING

Never store the unit, with diesel fuel in engine or fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, poorly ventilated enclosures. Diesel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light (such as a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc.) and cause an explosion.

Handle diesel fuel carefully. It is highly flammable and careless use could result in serious fire damage to your person or property.

Drain fuel outdoors into an approved container and away from open flame or sparks.

NOTE: Diesel fuel, if permitted to stand unused for extended periods (30 days or more), may develop gummy deposits which can adversely affect the fuel pump and injector tubes and cause engine malfunction. To avoid this condition, add a diesel fuel stabilizer to the fuel tank and run the engine a few minutes, or drain all fuel from the unit before placing it in storage.

STARTING AFTER LONG TERM STORAGE

Before starting the unit after it has been stored for a long period of time, perform the following steps.

1.Remove any blocks from under the unit.

2.Install the battery if it was removed.

3.Unplug the exhaust outlet and air cleaner.

4.Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel. See engine manual for recommendations.

5.See engine owner’s manual and follow all instructions for preparing engine after storage.

6.Check crankcase oil level and add proper oil if necessary. If any condensation has developed during storage, drain crankcase oil and refill.

7.Inflate tires to proper pressure. Check fluid levels.

8.Start the engine and let it run slowly. DO NOT run at high speed immediately after starting. Be sure to run engine only outdoors or in well ventilated area.

DIESEL FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS

Fuel companies provide fuel tailored to meet the existing weather conditions. These fuels change at the start of the predominant season according to regional weather trends.

Winter fuels are tailored to give ease of starting for cold weather. Summer fuel may be somewhat heavier than winter fuel resulting in slightly better fuel economy and power. Spring and fall fuel is an average blend between winter and summer blend.

For these reasons an effort should be made to purchase fuels in such quantities that they are not carried over into the next season. Using the wrong blend of fuel can cause problems with the engine.

Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual for specific fuel recommendations.

Operation

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Contents Manual Date Purchased Table of Contents Operating Safety Slope Operation Roll Bar Use Fuel and Maintenance Operation Slope Operation Service and Maintenance Roll BAR Instructions Inspection and Maintenance of the Roll BAR Seat Belt CE Identification TAG Markings North American Models CE Models Export Safety DecalsSafety Decals Safety Icons Operational Safety Checks Safety Interlock SystemSafety Interlock System Seat Adjustment Lever Features & ControlsIgnition Switch Ground Speed LeversGlow Plug Indicator PTO Power Take Off SwitchHour Meter / Maintenance Reminder Oil Pressure IndicatorChecks Before Starting General Operating SafetyOperation To prime the fuel system Priming the Fuel SystemOn the water separator On the engine fuel filterDriving the Tractor Starting the EngineStopping the Tractor & Engine Do not TOW Rider Pushing the Rider by HandSmooth Travel Zero Turn Driving PracticeForward Travel Practice Reverse Travel PracticePractice Turning In Place Practice Turning Around a CornerExecuting an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Executing TurnsMowing Recommendations MowingHeight of Grass Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingMowing Methods When and How Often to MowMowing Patterns Proper Broadcast MowingProper Mulching Attaching a TrailerTo lower the roll bar Raise & Lower the Roll BARTo raise the roll bar Keep roll bar in the raised position and use seat beltStarting After Long Term Storage StorageDiesel Fuel Recommendations Temporary Storage 30 Days Or LessMaintenance Schedule & Procedures Regular MaintenanceCheck Tire Pressures Before Every Spring Each 100 250 Fall Use HoursTo add fuel Checking / Adding FuelFuel Filter Check / Change AIR Filter Check Hydraulic OIL Level Check / ADD Engine OILHydraulic OIL Filter Change Change Interval Every 500 Hours Filter Part NumberCheck Engine Coolant Level Change Engine Coolant Clean RADIATOR, Screen & OIL CoolerRadiator Pressure Cap Radiator ScreenGrease Oil LubricationANTI-SCALP Deck Casters Battery MaintenanceCleaning the Battery and Cables Removing the Blade Servicing the Mower BladesTroubleshooting the Rider Troubleshooting, Adjustments & ServiceTroubleshooting Warning Troubleshooting the Mower Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceRider Troubleshooting Streaking Troubleshooting Common Cutting ProblemsSpeed Balancing Adjustment Seat AdjustmentGround Speed Lever Adjustment Neutral Position and Return Spring Adjustment Neutral AdjustmentNeutral Position Adjustment Return Spring Adjustment5,4cm Parking Brake Adjustment1/8 Installing the camber shims Rear Tire Camber AdjustmentTo discover how many shims are needed Distance Measured Number of ShimsTo adjust the spring pre-load Suspension AdjustmentUse two hands when adjusting the shock Springs. This will prevent the wrench fromMowing Height Adjustment Outer Rod Deck Lift ROD Timing AdjustmentInner Rod Deck Lift Spring Deck Leveling AdjustmentSide Discharge Model Models Rear Discharge Models Belt Removal & ReplacementMower Drive Belt Removal Replacement Clutch Belt Removal Clutch Belt ReplacementPump Drive Belt Removal Pump Drive Belt ReplacementCheck Gearbox Oil Level Gearbox MaintenanceChanging Gearbox Oil FrontChecking Battery Voltage Battery ServiceJump Starting Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceDimensions SpecificationsEngine ChassisFerris Limited Warranty OPERATOR’S Manual

5900619 specifications

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