Storage - Toro 71257 Operator's Manual

A broken or missing washout fitting could
expose you and others to thrown objects or to
blade contact. Contact with the blade or thrown
debris may cause injury or death.
• Replace the broken or missing washout
fitting immediately before using the mower
again.
• Plug any holes in the mower with bolts and
locknuts.
• Never put your hands or feet under the
mower or through openings in the mower.

Storage

1. Disengage the blade (PTO).
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
4. Remove the ignition key.
5. Remove the grass clippings, dirt, and grime from
the external parts of the entire tractor, especially the
engine. Clean the dirt and chaff from the outside of
the engine cylinder head fins and blower housing.
Important: Wash the tractor with a mild
detergent and water. Do not use a pressure
washer to wash the tractor. Pressure washing
may damage the electrical system or wash away
necessary grease at the friction points. Avoid
using water excessively, especially near the
control panel, lights, engine, and battery.
6. Check the parking brake; refer to Checking the
Parking Brake.
7. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner.
8. Grease the chassis; refer to Greasing and Lubricating
the Tractor.
9. Change the engine oil; refer to Servicing the Engine
Oil.
10. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire
Pressure.
11. When storing the tractor over 30 days, prepare it as
follows:
A. Add a petroleum-based stabilizer/conditioner to
the fuel in the tank according to the instructions
from the stabilizer manufacturer. Do not
use an alcohol-based stabilizer (ethanol or
methanol).
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most
effective when mixed with fresh gasoline and
used at all times.
B. Run the engine for 5 minutes to distribute the
conditioned fuel through the fuel system.
C. Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the
fuel tank; refer to Draining the Fuel Tank.
D. Start the engine and run it until it stops.
E. Choke or prime the engine.
F. Start and run the engine until it will not start
again.
G. Recycle the old fuel according to local codes.
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