Off-Season Storage - MTD 586 Owner's Manual

2. Remove the belt guard at the spindle assembly by
removing two hex bolts, lock washers and hex
nuts. See figure 12.
3. Remove the old belt, and reassemble with a new
belt, part number 754-0142.
Hex Bolts,
Hex Nuts &
Lock Washers
Belt Guard
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
The following steps should be taken to prepare unit for
storage.
1. Clean and lubricate unit thoroughly.
2. Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage
instructions.
3. Coat cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent
rusting.
4. Store unit in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in
an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially springs and
bearings.
FIGURE 12.
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