STORAGE
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.
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.
Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Customer Responsibilitiessection of this manual).
lnspect 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.
Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. lnspect moving parts for damage, break- age 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.To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during
long periods of storage, battery cables should be dis- connected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO
-er Responsibilities section of this manual).
After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with bat-
-tery terminals.
-Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.
If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.CLEAN BATTERYAND TERMINALS" in the Custom-
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN
FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM O F AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.
Drain the fuel tank.
Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carbu- retor are empty.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
rUse fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in min- imizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage contain- er. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer con- tainer. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabi- lizer 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 warm) and replace with clean
engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilitiessection of this manual).
CYLINDER
*Remove spark plug(s).
Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylin- der(~).
Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil.
Replace with new spark plug(s).
OTHER
*Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
Replace 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 cover that 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 EXHAUSTAREAS ARE STILL WARM.
