Storage; Cleaning And Storage - Toro 74402 Operator's Manual

Storage

Cleaning and Storage

1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the
engine, and remove the key.
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 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 22.
4. Grease and oil the machine; refer to Lubrication,
page 22.
5. Change the crankcase oil and filter; refer to
Servicing the Engine Oil in Engine Maintenance,
page 22.
6. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire
Pressure in Drive System Maintenance, page 29.
7. Charge the battery; refer to Servicing the Battery
in Electrical System Maintenance, page 26.
8. Check the condition of the blades; refer to Servicing
the Cutting Blades in Mower Maintenance, page 29.
9. Prepare the machine for storage when non-use
occurs over 30 days. Prepare the machine for
storage as follows.
10. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to
the fuel in the tank. Follow the mixing 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.
Run the engine to distribute the conditioned fuel
through the fuel system (5 minutes).
Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the
fuel tank; refer to Draining the Fuel Tank in
Fuel System Maintenance, page 25.
Restart the engine and run it until it stops.
Choke or prime the engine. Start and run the
engine until it will not start. Operate the primer, if
equipped, several times to ensure no fuel remains
in the primer system.
Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local codes.
Important: Do not store
stabilizer/conditioned gasoline over
90 days.
11. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its
condition; refer to Servicing the Spark Plug in
Engine Maintenance, page 22. With the spark
plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two
tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole.
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).
12. Clean any dirt and chaff from the top of the mower.
13. Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt from
the underside of the mower, then wash the mower
with a garden hose.
14. Check the condition of the drive and mower belts.
15. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair or replace any part that is worn or damaged.
16. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
17. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage
area. Remove the key from the ignition switch and
keep it in a memorable place. Cover the machine
to protect it and keep it clean.
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