Preparation For Seasonal Storage - Toro 30821 Operator's Manual

Preparation for Seasonal
Storage
Traction Unit
1. Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting units, and
engine.
2. Check the tire pressure. Inflate all tires to 14–18 psi
(97–110 kPa).
3. Check all fasteners for looseness; tighten as necessary.
4. Grease or oil all grease fittings and pivot points. Wipe
up any excess lubricant.
5. Cover the entire length of the Sidewinder cross tube
with a light oil to prevent rust. After storage, wipe off
all of the oil.
6. Lightly sand and use touch-up paint on painted areas
that are scratched, chipped, or rusted. Repair any dents
in the metal body.
7. 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 No. 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.
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 approximately 4 U.S. quarts
(3.8 l) of SAE15W-40 motor oil.
4. Start the engine and run it at idle speed for
approximately two minutes.
5. Stop the engine.
6. Thoroughly drain all fuel from the fuel tank, fuel lines,
fuel filter, and water separator assembly.
7. Flush the fuel tank with fresh, clean diesel fuel.
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 anti-freeze protection and add as needed for
expected minimum temperature in your area.
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