Storage; Traction Unit; Engine - Toro 03806 Operator's Manual

Storage

Traction Unit

1. Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting
units and the engine.
2. Check the tire pressure. Inflate all tires to
15-20 psi.
3. Check all fasteners for looseness; tighten as
necessary.
4. Grease or oil all grease fittings and pivot points.
Wipe up any excess lubricant.
5. Lightly sand and use touch-up paint on painted
areas that are scratched, chipped, or rusted.
Repair any dents in the metal body.
6. Service the battery and cables as follows:
A. Remove the battery terminals from the
battery posts.
B. Clean the battery, terminals, and posts with
a wire brush and baking soda solution.
C. Coat the cable terminals and battery posts
with Grafo 112X skin-over grease (Toro
Part No. 505-47) or petroleum jelly to
prevent corrosion.
D. Slowly recharge the battery every 60 days
for 24 hours to prevent lead sulfation of
the battery.
Charging the battery produces gasses
that can explode.
Never smoke near the battery and
keep sparks and flames away from
battery.

Engine

1. Drain the engine oil from the oil pan and
replace the drain plug.
2. Remove and discard the oil filter. Install a new
oil filter.
3. Refill oil pan with 7.5 qts. (7 l) of SAE10W-30
CD, CE, CF, CF-4, or CG-4 motor oil.
4. Start the engine and run at idle speed for
approximately two minutes.
5. Stop the engine.
6. Flush the fuel tank with fresh, clean diesel fuel.
7. Secure all fuel system fittings.
8. Thoroughly clean and service the air cleaner
assembly.
9. Seal the air cleaner inlet and the exhaust outlet
with weatherproof tape.
10. Check anti freeze protection and add a 50/50
solution of water and anti freeze as needed for
expected minimum temperature in your area.
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