be taken to insure your tractor will be, ready to go when you need it.

1.Drain the fuel tank completely by cunning the tractor until it stops. This may be easily done by removing the gas line at the carburetor, and draining the tank through this hose. If you desire, fuel may be stored in the tank or a shall container if a good brand of gasoline stabilizer is used. This additive,~available from your Simplicity dealer, prevents formation ,of gum and varnish for up to one year, providing easier starting and a clean fuel system.

2.Drain and refill the crankcase when the engine is warm. See “Maintenance”.

3.Remove spark plug, ,pour one ounce of low-30 oil into cylinder through plug hole. Crank engine a few times to distribute oil and reinstall the plug.

4.Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder head fins and engine housing.

5.Grease all zerks and apply oil to all points shown in “Maintenance”.

6..Block the machine up off the wheels to relieve weight and keep tires off a damp floor. Protect the tires from pro- longed exposure to direct sunlight.

7. Store the machine in a dry place indoors.

STARTING AFTER STORAGE

1.Remove the spark plug and wipe dry. Crank the engine a few times to blow the excess oil out of the plug hole. Re install the plug.

2.Fill the fuel tank with fresh “regular” gasoline. (Unless a fuel stabilizer has been used.)

3.Service the air cleaner. See “Maintenance”.

4.Check the crankcase oil level and replenish if necessary. See “Maintenance”.

5.Start the engine outdoors or in a well ventilated area. DO NOT run the engine at high speed immediately after starting.

6.Inflate the front ties to 12.15 PSI and rear to 6-8 PSI.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts for your Simplicity equipment should be purchased from your Simplicity dealer. Be prepared to give him the tractor name, model and the ID number found on the plate pictured below.

USE ONLY SIMPLICITY BELTS AND BLADES.

Page 21
Image 21
Simplicity 653, 654 manual Starting After Storage, Replacement Parts