Storage; Preparing The Traction Unit; Preparing The Engine - Toro 03691 Operator's Manual

DANGER
To avoid personal injury, be certain that you are
clear of the cutting units before proceeding.
7. With the Mow/Transport lever in the mow position,
move the Enable/Disable switch to the Enable
position. Move the Lower Mow/Lift control forward
to start the backlapping operation on the designated
reels.
8. Apply lapping compound with a long handle brush.
Never use a short handled brush.
9. If the reels stall or become erratic while backlapping,
select a higher reel speed setting until the speed
stabilizes, then return the reel speed to setting 1 or
to your desired speed.
10. To make an adjustment to the cutting units while
backlapping, turn the reels off by moving the Lower
Mow/Raise lever rearward; the Enable/Disable
switch to the Disable position, and stop the engine.
After completing adjustments, repeat steps 5 through
9.
11. Repeat the procedure for all cutting units you want
to backlap.
12. When finished, return the backlap levers to the
Mow position, lower the seat, and wash all lapping
compound off of the cutting units. Adjust cutting
unit reel to bedknife as needed. Move the cutting unit
reel speed controls to the desired mowing position.
Important: If the backlap switch is not returned
to the Off position after backlapping, the cutting
units will not raise or function properly.

Storage

Preparing the Traction Unit

1. Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting units,
and engine.
2. Check the tire pressure. Inflate all traction unit tires
to 12 to 15 psi (83 to 103 kPa).
3. Check all fasteners for looseness and tighten them
as necessary.
4. Grease all grease fittings and pivot points. Wipe up
any excess lubricant.
5. Lightly sand and use touch-up paint on painted areas
that are scratched, chipped, or rusted. Repair any
dents in the metal body.
6. Service the battery and cables as follows:
A. Remove the battery terminals from the battery
posts.
B. Clean the battery, terminals, and posts with a
wire brush and baking soda solution.
C. Coat the cable terminals and battery posts with
Grafo 112X skin-over grease (Toro Part No.
505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.
D. Slowly recharge the battery every 60 days for 24
hours to prevent lead sulfation of the battery.

Preparing the Engine

1. Drain the engine oil from the oil pan and replace
the drain plug.
2. Remove and discard the oil filter. Install a new oil
filter.
3. Refill the oil pan with designated quantity of motor
oil.
4. Start the engine and run it at idle speed for
approximately two minutes.
5. Stop the engine.
6. Thoroughly drain all fuel from the fuel tank, lines,
and the fuel filter/water separator assembly.
7. Flush the fuel tank with fresh, clean diesel fuel.
8. Secure all fuel system fittings.
9. Thoroughly clean and service the air cleaner
assembly.
10. Seal the air cleaner inlet and the exhaust outlet with
weatherproof tape.
11. Check the antifreeze protection and add as needed
for expected minimum temperature in your area.
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