Storage - Toro 74271 Operator's Manual

Storage

1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking
brake and turn the ignition key to off. Remove spark
plug wire. Remove the key.
2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the entire machine, especially the
engine and hydraulic system. 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, engine,
hydraulic pumps and motors.
3. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner in Engine Maintenance , page 30.
4. Grease and oil the machine; refer to Greasing and
Lubrication in Lubrication , page 29.
5. Change the crankcase oil; refer to Servicing the
Engine Oil in Engine Maintenance , page 30.
6. Change the hydraulic filter; refer to Servicing the
Hydraulic System in Hydraulic System Maintenance ,
page 43.
7. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire
Pressure in Drive System Maintenance , page 37.
8. Charge the battery; refer to Servicing the Battery in
Electrical System Maintenance , page 35.
9. Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt from the
underside of the mower, then wash the mower with
a garden hose.
Note: Run the machine with the PTO engaged
and the engine at high idle for 2 to 5 minutes after
washing.
10. Check the condition of the blades. Refer to Servicing
the Cutting Blades.
11. 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 34.
D. Restart engine and run it until it stops.
E. Choke the engine. Start and run engine until it
will not start.
F. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local
codes.
Important: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned
gasoline over 90 days.
12. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition;
refer to Servicing the Spark Plug in Engine
Maintenance , page 30. With the spark plug(s)
removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons of
engine oil into the spark plug hole. Now use the
starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil
inside the cylinder. Install the spark plug(s). Do not
install the wire on the spark plug(s).
13. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair
or replace any part that is damaged or defective.
14. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
15. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage
area. Remove the key from the ignition switch and
keep it out of reach of children or other unauthorized
users. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it
clean.
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