Cleaning; Removing Debris From The Machine; Storage - Toro SGR-13 Original Instructions Manual

Cleaning

Removing Debris from the
Machine
Regular cleaning and washing increases the life span
of the machine. Clean the machine directly after use,
before the dirt hardens.
Before cleaning, check that the fuel-tank cap is
properly in place to avoid getting water in the tank.
Use care when using a high-pressure sprayer,
because it can damage warning decals, instruction
signs, and the engine
Important:
Lubricate the cutting wheel bearings
after cleaning.

Storage

For storage over 30 days, prepare the machine as
follows:
1. Park the machine on a level surface and engage
the parking brake.
2. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts
to stop.
3. Remove dirt and grime from the external parts
of the entire unit, especially the engine. Clean
dirt and sawdust chips from the outside of the
engine cylinder head fins and blower housing.
Important:
You can wash the machine with
mild detergent and water.
4. For storage over 30 days, prepare the machine
as follows:
A. Add fuel stabilizer/conditioner to fresh fuel
in the tank. Follow the mixing instructions
from the stabilizer manufacturer. Do not
use an alcohol-based stabilizer (ethanol or
methanol).
B. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel
through the fuel system for 5 minutes.
C. Shut off the engine, allow it to cool, and
drain the fuel tank using a pump type
syphon.
D. Start the engine and run it until it shuts off.
E. Engage the choke.
F. Start and run the engine until it does not
start again.
G. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per
local codes.
Important:
Do not store fuel containing
stabilizer/conditioner longer than the
duration recommended by the fuel-stabilizer
manufacturer.
5. Clean the sediment cup; refer to
Sediment Cup (page
6. Service the air cleaner; refer to
Cleaner (page
7. Change the engine oil; refer to
Engine Oil (page
8. Remove the spark plug and check the condition;
refer to Servicing the Spark Plug (page
9. With the spark plug removed from the engine,
pour 2 tablespoons of engine oil into the spark
plug hole.
10. Pull the starter slowly to crank the engine and
distribute the oil inside the cylinder.
11. Install the spark plug, but do not install the wire
on the spark plug.
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Cleaning the
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Servicing the Air
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Changing the
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