Removing The Tractor From Storage - Cub Cadet 5254 Operator's Manual

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• Run the engine until it begins to stall. Use the

choke to keep the engine running until all fuel

in the carburetor has been exhausted.

• Place a small container or rag beneath the

carburetor bowl drain and loosen the drain

screw to completely drain the fuel from the

carburetor. See Figure 51.

FRONT OF ENGINE

CARBURETOR

BOWL

DRAIN

SCREW

CARBURETOR

BOWL DRAIN

LEFT VALVE

COVER

Figure 51

3. Clean the engine and the entire tractor

thoroughly.

4. Drain and flush the cooling system. Refill with a

minimum 50/50 antifreeze and water coolant

solution. Use a higher percentage of antifreeze

if the tractor will be subjected to temperatures

below minus 30° F.

5. Fully charge the battery, then disconnect the

negative cable at the battery to prevent possi-

ble discharge. Recharge the battery periodically

when in storage.

NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to prolonged

periods of sub-freezing temperatures. Store in a

cool, dry location where temperatures are above

freezing.

6. Lubricate all lubrication points.

7. Jack up and block the tractor to remove the

weight from the tires if stored for a long period.

If not blocked up, reinflate the tires regularly.

NOTE: We do not recommend the use of a

pressure washer or garden hose to clean your

tractor. They may cause damage to electrical

components; spindles; pulleys; bearings; or the

engine. The use of water will result in shortened life

and reduce serviceability.