Troy-Bilt 13101-GTX 16, 13101 - GTX 16, 13074-GTX 18 manual Storing the Tractor, Interval Service

Maintenance (continued)

Storing the Tractor

Always store tractor in a dry and protected place when not in use. If tractor will not be used for a season, store it in the following manner.

1.CLEAN: Completely clean all accumulated dirt or grass from all parts – especially engine fins, transmission cooling fins and engine air intake screen.

2.PROTECT FINISH: Wipe oil or a rust preventative on any parts which may rust. Touch up any area where paint has been chipped or worn off. See parts list for Touch-up paint.

3.TREAT FUEL: Add gasoline stabilizer to fuel or move unit outside and run engine until it stops from lack of fuel.

4.CHANGE ENGINE OIL: Change engine oil while engine is still hot

(See section 7).

5.INSPECT/CLEAN FUEL AND AIR FILTER: Check fuel filter and air cleaner. Replace if dirty or damaged. (See section 7.)

6.SPARK PLUG: Remove, clean and re- gap spark plugs. Place a small amount of oil (SAE 30) into each cylinder. Turn engine over a few times to fully lubricate the cylinder walls, valve seats and valve stems. This can be performed by engaging the key starter briefly. Replace spark plugs. (See section 7.)

7.ATTACHMENT LIFT: If tractor is stored with an attachment mounted on it, lower the attachment to the ground. Turn PTO/attachment drive switch to “OFF”.

8.PROTECT FROM ELEMENTS: During the winter, store the tractor inside a building. If this is not possible, protect the tractor from rain, snow and ice with a Storage cover

(Kit # 14077) or a waterproof tarp.

9.ATTACHMENT/PTO: After storage, operate the PTO clutch 10 to 15 times, at idle, before operation. (See page 15.)

DANGER

BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE GASSES. KEEP OPEN FLAMES AND SPARKS AWAY. DO NOT SET TOOLS ACROSS TERMINALS.

BATTERY ELECTROLYTE CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. EYE CONTACT CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION AND RUBBER GLOVES WHEN WORKING NEAR BATTERY. NEVER

Maintenance Chart

Interval	Item	Service
Each Use	Transmission Oil	Check
	Air Intake Screen	Check
	Engine Oil Level	Check
	Mower Blades	Check
	Loose or Missing Hardware	Check
	Brakes	Check
	Belts	Check
First	Engine Oil and Filter	Replace
5 hours	Transmission Oil Filter	Replace
Every	Air Cleaner Pre-cleaner	Clean
25 hours	Transmission Cooling Fins	Clean
	Tires	Check for wear and
	Brake	air pressure
		Check for wear and
	Engine Oil	adjustment
		Change
Every	Engine Cooling Fins	Clean
50 hours	Engine Oil Filter	Replace
Every	Air Filter Paper Element	Replace
100 hours	Transmission Oil Filter	Replace
	Fuel Filter	Change
	Spark Plugs	Replace, clean, reset gap
	Transmission Oil	Replace

WEAR JEWELRY.

IF ELECTROLYTE CONTACTS SKIN OR EYES, RINSE IMMEDIATELY WITH WATER FOR AT LEAST 15 MINUTES. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

10.BATTERY: Charge at 6-10 amps for one hour. Keep terminal posts cleaned of corrosion salts. Coat terminal posts with petroleum jelly or grease. Keep cables clean. Store at a cool temperature – 20° F to 50° F. Check every two months and charge as necessary. Keep cables and terminals clean. If cables are corroded, clean or replace them. (See section 7.)

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