Storage - Toro Multi Pro 5800 Operator's Manual

Storage

1. Position the sprayer on a level surface, set the
parking brake, stop the pump, stop the engine,
and remove the ignition key.
2. Clean dirt and grime from the entire machine,
including 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 use
high pressure water to wash the machine.
Pressure washing may damage the electrical
system or wash away necessary grease at
friction points. Avoid excessive use of water,
especially near the control panel, lights,
engine, and the battery.
3. Clean the spray system; refer to the Cleaning
section.
4. Add a rust inhibiting, non-alcohol based, RV
antifreeze solution to the system and run the
pump for a few minutes to circulate it through
the system, then drain the spray system as
completely as possible.
5. Use the boom lift switches to raise the booms.
Raise the booms until have moved completely
into boom transport cradle forming the "X"
transport position and the boom cylinders are
fully retracted. Make sure the boom cylinders are
fully retracted to prevent actuator rod damage.
6. Inspect the brakes; refer to Inspecting the
Brakes in the Brake Maintenance section.
7. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner in the Engine Maintenance section.
8. Grease the sprayer; refer to the Lubrication
section.
9. Change the crankcase oil; refer to Servicing
Engine Oil in the Engine Maintenance section.
10. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the
Tire Pressure in the Drive System Maintenance
section.
11. For storage over 30 days, prepare the fuel
system as follows:
A. Start the engine and run it at idle speed for
approximately 2 minutes.
B. Stop the engine.
C. Flush the fuel tank with fresh, clean fuel.
D. Secure all the fuel system fittings.
12. Use the electric starter to crank the engine and
distribute the oil inside the cylinder.
13. Remove the battery from the chassis, check
the electrolyte level, and charge it fully; refer to
Servicing the Battery in the Electrical System
Maintenance section.
Note:
Do not connect the battery cables to the
battery posts during storage.
Important:
charged to prevent it from freezing and being
damaged at temperatures below 32 degrees
F (0 degrees C). A fully charged battery
maintains its charge for about 50 days at
temperatures lower than 40 degrees F (4
degrees C). If the temperatures will be above
40 degrees F (4 degrees C), check the water
level in the battery and charge it every 30
days.
14. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair or replace any part that is damaged.
15. Check the condition of all spray hoses, replacing
any that are damaged or worn.
16. Tighten all hose fittings.
17. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces.
Paint is available from your Authorized Service
Dealer.
18. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or
storage area.
19. Remove the ignition key and put it in a safe
place out of the reach of children.
20. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
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The battery must be fully