TRANSPORTING and STORING
With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover the riding
mower to keep out dust. A hot engine and exhaust system
can ignite or melt some materials. Do not use sheet plastic
as a dust cover. A nonporous cover will trap moisture
around the riding mower, promoting rust and corrosion.
Recharge the battery once a month while the riding mower
is in storage. This will help to extend the service life of the
battery.
Removal From Storage Check your riding mower as described in the ���Before
Mowing” chapter of this manual.
If the fuel was drained during storage preparation, fill the
tank with fresh gasoline. If you keep a container of gasoline
for refueling, be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline.
Gasoline oxidizes and deteriorates over time, causing hard
starting.
If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage
preparation, the engine may smoke briefly at startup. This is
normal.
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