Transport; Storage - Murray MT100 Operator's Manual

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Transport

• Empty the fuel tank with a suction pump before
tranporting the machine. Start the engine and let it run
until it has used up all remaining gasoline.
• Close the fuel cap firmly.
• Let the engine to cool down before transporting.
• Use full width ramps for loading and unloading a machine
for transport.
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• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck. This machine should not be driven
up or down ramp(s), because the machine could tip over,
causing serious personal injury. The machine must be
pushed manually on ramp(s) to load or unload properly.
MT100 LAWN TRACTOR
8.

Storage

WARNING: Never store the unit with
fuel in an enclosed, non-ventilated structure. Fuel vapors
can travel to an ignition source (such as a furnace,
water heater, etc.) and cause an explosion.
Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, or
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other appliances that have pilot lights or other ignition
sources because they can ignite fuel vapors.
Tractor
Disengage the Power Take-Off (PTO), set the parking brake,
remove the key, and let the machine cool.
If you remove the battery, the battery life will increase.
Make sure that the battery is in a cool, and dry location, and
keep it fully charged. If the battery is left in the unit,
disconnect the negative cable.
MT100 LAWN TRACTOR
Fuel System
Fuel can become stale when kept in a storage container for
more than 30 days. Each time you fill the container with
fuel,add STA-BIL 360° ® PROTECTION™ to the fuel as
specified by the manufacturer's instructions. This keeps fuel
fresh and decreases fuel-related problems or contamination
in the fuel system.
It is not necessary to drain fuel from the engine when
STA-BIL 360° ® PROTECTION™ is added as instructed. Before
storage, turn the engine ON for 2 minutes to move the fuel
and stabilizer through the fuel system.
Before starting the machine after it has been stored:
• Check all fluid levels. Check all maintenance items.
• Do all recommended checks and procedures found in this
manual.
• Fully charge the battery.
• Drive the tractor without a load to make certain all the
tractor systems are functioning properly.
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