Storage - Toro 22308 Operator's Manual

Storage

1. Lower the loader arm, stop the engine, and remove
the key.
2. Remove dirt and grime from the external parts of
the entire traction unit, especially the engine. Clean
dirt and chaff from the outside of the engine cylinder
head fins and blower housing.
Important: You can wash the traction unit
with mild detergent and water. Do not pressure
wash the traction unit. Avoid excessive use of
water, especially near the control panel, engine,
hydraulic pumps, and motors.
3. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner.
4. Grease the traction unit; refer to Greasing the
Traction Unit.
5. Change the crankcase oil; refer to Changing the
Engine Oil.
6. Remove the spark plug and check the condition of it;
refer to Servicing the Spark Plugs.
7. With the spark plug removed from the engine, pour
two tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug
hole.
8. Place a rag over the spark plug hole to catch any oil
spray, then use the starter to crank the engine and
distribute the oil inside the cylinder.
9. Install the spark plug, but do not install the wire on
the spark plug.
10. Charge the battery; refer to Servicing the Battery.
11. For storage over 30 days, prepare the traction unit
as follows:
A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner
to fuel in the tank. Follow mixing instructions
from stabilizer manufacturer. (1 oz. per US
gallon). Do not use an alcohol based stabilizer
(ethanol or methanol).
Note: Fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most
effective when mixed with fresh gasoline and
used at all times.
B. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel
through the fuel system (5 minutes).
C. Stop the engine, allow it to cool and drain the
fuel tank using a pump type syphon.
D. Restart 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
gasoline over 90 days.
12. Check and adjust the track tension; refer to Adjusting
the Track Tension.
13. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair
or replace any part that is damaged.
14. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
15. Store the traction unit in a clean, dry garage or
storage area. Remove the key from the ignition
switch and keep it in a memorable place.
16. Cover the traction unit to protect it and keep it clean.
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