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position and ensure that it rotates into the full
down position.
Storage
Cleaning and Storage
1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking
brake, and turn the ignition key to off. 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'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 shift lever plate, and engine.
3. Check the brake; refer to Servicing the Brake in ,
page .
4. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner in , page .
5. Grease the machine; refer to Greasing and
Lubrication in , page .
6. Change the engine oil; refer to Servicing the Engine
in , page .
7. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire
Pressure in , page .
8. For long-term storage:
A. Add stabilizer/conditioner additive to fuel in the
tank.
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 , page ,
or operate engine until it stops.
D. Restart engine and run until it stops. Repeat, on
Choke until engine will not restart.
E. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local
codes.
Note: 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 , page . 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).
10. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair
or replace any part that is damaged or defective.
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