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Preparing the Traction Unit
1.
Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting units,
and engine.
2.
Check the tire pressure. Inflate all traction unit
tires to 83 to 103 kPa (12 to 15 psi).
3.
Check all fasteners for looseness and tighten
them as necessary.
4.
Grease 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 Number 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.
Preparing the 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 the oil pan with designated quantity of
motor oil.
4.
Start the engine and run it at idle speed for
approximately 2 minutes.
5.
Stop the engine.
6.
Flush the fuel tank with fresh, clean diesel fuel.
7.
Check antifreeze protection and add a 50/50
solution of water and antifreeze as needed for
expected minimum temperature in your area.
8.
Secure all fuel-system fittings.
9.
Thoroughly clean and service the air-cleaner
assembly.
10.
Seal the air-cleaner inlet and the exhaust outlet
with weatherproof tape.
11.
Check the antifreeze protection and add as
needed for expected minimum temperature in
your area.
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