Storage; Preparation For Seasonal Storage - Toro 03170 Operator's Manual

Note: The seat switch is bypassed when the backlap
control is in the backlap position. The operator does
not need to be in the seat, but the parking brake
must be engaged or the engine will not run.
Important: Do not rotate the backlap control
from the mow position to the backlap position
while engine is running. Otherwise, you may
damage the reels.
4. Make the initial reel-to-bedknife adjustments
appropriate for backlapping on all cutting units. Start
the engine and set it to low idle speed.
5. Engage the reels by engaging the PTO switch on the
control panel.
6. Apply lapping compound with long-handled brush.
7. To adjust the cutting units while backlapping,
disengage the reels and turn the engine off. After you
have made the adjustments, repeat steps 4 through 6
8. After backlapping, stop the engine, rotate the backlap
control to the Mow position (F), set the reel speed
controls to the desired mowing setting, and wash all
the lapping compound off the cutting units.
Note: Additional instructions and procedures on
backlapping are available in the TORO Sharpening
Reel & Rotary Mowers Manual Form No. 80–300SL.
Note: For a better cutting edge, run a file across the
front face of the bedknife after lapping. This will
remove any burrs or rough edges that may have built
up on the cutting edge.

Storage

Preparation for Seasonal
Storage
Follow these procedures anytime you will be storing the
machine for more than 30 days.
Traction Unit
1. Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting units,
and engine.
2. Check the tire pressure. Inflate all tires to 14 to 18
psi (97 to 110 kPa).
3. Check for loose fasteners and tighten them 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. Remove the battery.
C. Slowly charge the battery before storage and
every 60 days thereafter for 24 hours to prevent
lead sulfation of the battery.
Note: To prevent the battery from freezing,
ensure that it is fully charged. The specific gravity
of a fully charged battery is 1.265–1.299.
D. Clean the battery, terminals, and posts with a wire
brush and baking soda solution.
E. Coat the cable terminals and battery posts with
Grafo 112X skin-over grease (Toro Part No.
505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.
F. Either store the battery on the shelf or on
the machine in a cool area. Leave the cables
disconnected if the battery is stored on the
machine.
Engine
1. Drain the engine oil from the oil pan and replace
the drain plug.
2. Remove and discard the oil filter.
3. Install a new oil filter.
4. Fill the oil pan with approximately 4 qt (3.8 l) of SAE
15W-40 motor oil.
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