Storage - Toro 68038 Operator's Manual

Storage

1. Shut off the engine and engage the parking
brake.
2. Remove dirt and grime from the external parts of
the entire machine, especially the engine. Clean
dirt and chaff from the outside of the engine
cylinder head fins and blower housing.
3. Service the air cleaner; refer to
Cleaner (page 22).
4. Grease the machine; refer to
Machine (page 21).
5. Change the engine crankcase oil; refer to
Changing the Engine Oil (page
6. For storage over 30 days, prepare the machine
as follows:
A. Add a petroleum-based
stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the
tank. Follow mixing instructions from
stabilizer manufacturer. Do not use an
alcohol based stabilizer (ethanol or
methanol).
Note:
Fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most
effective when mixed with fresh fuel and
used at all times.
B. Run the engine for 5 minutes to distribute
conditioned fuel through the fuel system.
C. Shut off the engine, allow the engine to
cool, and drain the fuel tank using a pump
type syphon.
D. Start the engine and run it until it stops.
E. Choke the engine.
F. Start and run the engine until it will not start
again.
G. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per
local codes.
Important:
Do not store
stabilizer/conditioned fuel over 90 days.
7. Remove the spark plug and check the condition
of it; refer to Replacing the Spark Plug (page
8. Prepare the engine as follows:
A. With the spark plug removed from the
engine, pour 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of
engine oil into the spark plug hole.
B. Place a rag over the spark plug hole to
catch any oil spray, then pull the starter
rope to crank the engine and distribute the
oil inside the cylinder.
C. Install the spark plug.
10.
Servicing the Air
12.
Greasing the
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Note:
Do not install the wire on the spark
plug.
9. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair or replace any part that is damaged.
Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint
is available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
11. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or
storage area.
Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.