Immediately prepare your tractor +for storage at the end of the season or'if the tractor'will not be used for 30 days or more°
I
I_ CAUTION: Never store the tractor with I
J_ _ gasoline in the tank inside a building
t _ where fumes may reach an open flame
_ or spark. Allow the engine to cool J
before storing in any enclosure.
TRACTOR
Remove mower from tractor for'winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor- oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.. Store in a clean, dry area.
oClean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).,
oInspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
=Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual.
oBe sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely
fastened° Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.
•Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
BATTERY
°Fully charge the battery for storage.
•After a period of time in storage, battery may require recharging.
oTo help prevent corrosion and power'leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see 'q'O CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus- tomer Responsibilities section of this manual),.
oAfter'cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place
cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals,.
°Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.
•tf battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces..
ENGIINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM
DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,
FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,
EXPERIENCE iNDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING
STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.
o Drain the fuel tank.
oStart the engine and tet it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
oNever use engine or carburetor cleaner products inthe fuel tank or'permanent damage may occur,.
o Use fresh fuel next season,.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor- age_ Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer'to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do
not drain the gas tank and carburetor'if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warrn) and replace with clean engine oil., (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).
CYLINDERS
o Remove spark plug(s).
=Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).
oTurn ignitionkeyto"START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil.
=Replace with new spark plug(s).
OTHER
o Do not store gasoline from one season to another°
oReplace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems°
°If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover'it to give protection from dust and dirt.
°Cover your tractor with a suitable protective coyerthat
does not retain moisture._ Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and
will cause your tractor to rust°
IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM
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