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Storage
To prepare the lawn mower for off-season storage,
perform the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer
to the Maintenance section, page 12.
Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the
mower to keep it clean and protected.
Fuel
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Gasoline can vaporize if stored over long
periods of time.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Vaporized fuel can explode if it comes into
contact with open flame.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Do not store gasoline (fuel) over long periods of
time.
Do not store mower with fuel in the tank in an
enclosure with an open flame. (Example: a
furnace or water heater pilot light.)
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
We recommend Toro Fuel Conditioner to stabilize fuel for
storage. If possible, the last fuel fill of the year should be
treated with Toro Fuel Conditioner.
Run the fuel tank empty when mowing the last time prior
to storage. The smaller the amount of fuel in the tank, the
shorter the time required to run the fuel system dry. Run
the mower until engine stops from lack of fuel.
Preparing the Engine
1. While the engine is still warm, drain oil from
crankcase. Refer to the Engine Oil section, page 14.
2. Remove the spark plug (Fig. 5).
3. Using an oil can, squirt about one tablespoon of oil
through spark plug hole.
4. Slowly rotate the engine several times, using the
starter rope, to distribute the oil.
5. Install spark plug but do not connect the spark plug
wire.
Cleaning the Mower
1. Clean the mower housing. Refer to the Cleaning the
Underside of the Mower Housing section, page 18.
2. Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder, cylinder
head fins, and blower housing. Also remove grass
clippings, dirt, and grime from external parts of the
engine, shrouding, and top of the mower housing.
3. Clean BBC shield: refer to Cleaning Blade Brake
Clutch Shield, page 19.
General
1. Check the condition of the blade. Refer to the
Maintaining the Blade section, page 16.
2. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
3. Lubricate the wheels. Refer to the Lubricating the
Self–Propel Drive section, page 17.
4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces. Paint is
available from an Authorized Toro Service Dealer.
Removing From Storage
1. Check and tighten all fasteners.
2. Remove the spark plug (Fig. 5) and spin the engine
rapidly using the starter to blow excess oil from the
cylinder.
3. Clean the spark plug or replace it if it is cracked,
broken, or the electrodes are worn.
4. Install the spark plug and torque it to 17 ft.-lbs.
(23 N m).
5. Perform the recommended maintenance procedures.
Refer to the Maintenance section, page 12.
6. Fill the fuel tank (Fig. 6) with fresh, clean gasoline.
7. Check the engine oil level.
8. Connect the spark plug wire (Fig. 5).
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