Storage; Cleaning And Storage - Toro 72211 Operator's Manual

Storage

Cleaning and Storage

1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the
parking brake, and turn the ignition key to off.
Remove the ignition and KeyChoice® keys.
2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the entire machine, especially the
engine. Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of
the engine's cylinder head fins and blower housing.
Important: You can wash the machine with
mild detergent and water. Do not pressure
wash the machine. Avoid excessive use of
water, especially near the control panel, lights,
engine, and the battery.
3. Check the brake; refer to Servicing the Brake in
Brake Maintenance, page 37
4. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner in Engine Maintenance, page 28.
5. Grease the chassis; refer to Greasing and
Lubrication in Lubrication, page 27.
6. Change the crankcase oil and filter; refer to
Servicing the Engine Oil in Engine Maintenance,
page 28 .
7. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire
Pressure in Drive System Maintenance, page 36.
8. Prepare the machine for storage when non-use
occurs over 30 days. Prepare machine for storage
as follows.
A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner
to fuel in the tank. Follow mixing instructions
from stabilizer manufacture. 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 engine to distribute conditioned fuel
through the fuel system (5 minutes).
C. Stop engine, allow to cool and drain the fuel
tank; refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank in
Fuel System Maintenance, page 31.
D. Restart engine and run it until it stops.
E. Choke or prime the engine. Start and run
engine until it will not start. Operate primer, if
equipped on machine, several times to ensure
fuel remains in primer system.
F. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local
codes.
Important: Do not store
stabilizer/conditioned gasoline over
90 days.
9. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its
condition; refer to Servicing the Spark Plug in
Engine Maintenance, page 28 . With the spark
plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two
tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole.
Now use the electric starter to crank the engine
and distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the
spark plug(s) and tighten it to 30 ft-lb (40 N·m).
Do not install the wire on the spark plug(s).
10. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Clean the
battery and battery terminals. Check the electrolyte
level and charge it fully; refer to Servicing the
Battery in Electrical System Maintenance, page 32 .
Leave the negative battery cable disconnected from
the battery during storage.
Important: The battery must be fully
charged to prevent it from freezing and being
damaged at temperatures below 32°F (0°C). A
fully charged battery can be stored one winter
season without recharging.
11. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair or replace any part that is damaged.
12. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
13. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage
area. Remove the keys from the ignition and
KeyChoice® switches and keep it in a memorable
place. Cover the machine to protect it and keep
it clean.
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