Storage; Cleaning And Storage - Toro 74784 Operator's Manual

Figure 62
1. Washout fitting
2. Hose
4. Lower the mower to the lowest height-of-cut.
5. Sit on the seat and start the engine.
6. Engage the blade-control switch and let the
mower run for 1 to 3 minutes.
7. Disengage the blade-control switch, shut off the
engine, remove the ignition key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop.
8. Turn the water off and remove the coupling from
the washout fitting.
Note:
If the mower is not clean after 1 washing,
soak it and let it stand for 30 minutes. Then,
repeat the process.
9. Run the mower again for 1 to 3 minutes to
remove excess water.
WARNING
A broken or missing washout fitting
could expose you and others to thrown
objects or blade contact. Contact with a
blade or thrown debris can cause injury
or death.
• Replace broken or missing washout
fitting immediately, before using
mower again.
• Never put your hands or feet under
the mower or through openings in the
mower.
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3. O-ring
4. Coupling

Storage

Cleaning and Storage

1. Disengage the blade-control switch, shut off 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,
under the seat, around the engine, hydraulic
pumps, and motors.
3. Service the air cleaner; refer to
Cleaner (page
4. Grease and oil the machine; refer to
(page 27).
5. Change the crankcase oil and filter; refer to
Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page
6. Check the tire pressure; refer to
Tire Pressure (page
7. Charge the battery; refer to
(page 34).
8. Check the condition of the blades; refer to
Servicing the Cutting Blades (page
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).
Important:
Do not store fuel with
stabilizer/conditioner over 90 days.
11. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its
condition; refer to
(page 31). With the spark plug(s) removed from
the engine, pour 2 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).
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Servicing the Air
27).
Lubrication
28).
Checking the
35).
Charging the Battery
36).
Servicing the Spark Plug