Storage; Preparation For Seasonal Storage - Toro Reelmaster 3100-D Series Operator's Manual

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1. Reel speed control
Note:
The seat switch is bypassed when the
backlap control is in the backlap position. You
do not need to be in the seat, but the parking
brake must be engaged for the engine to run.
Important:
Do not rotate the backlap
control from the mow position to the backlap
position while engine is running. Otherwise,
you may damage the reels.
4. Make the initial reel-to-bedknife adjustments
appropriate for backlapping on all cutting units.
Start the engine and set it to low idle speed.
5. Engage the reels by engaging the PTO switch
on the control panel.
6. Apply lapping compound with long-handled
brush.
7. To adjust the cutting units while backlapping,
disengage the reels and turn the engine off.
After you have made the adjustments, repeat
steps 4 through 6.
8. After backlapping, shut off the engine, rotate
the backlap control to the mow position (F), set
the reel speed controls to the desired mowing
setting, and wash all the lapping compound off
the cutting units.
Note:
Additional instructions and procedures
on backlapping are available in the Toro Reel
Mower Basics (with sharpening guidelines),
Form 09168SL.
Note:
For a better cutting edge, run a file across
the front face of the bedknife after lapping. This
removes any burrs or rough edges that may
have built up on the cutting edge.
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2. Backlap control

Storage

Preparation for Seasonal
Storage
Follow these procedures anytime you will be storing
the machine for more than 30 days.
Preparing the Traction Unit
1. Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting units,
and engine.
2. Check the tire pressure. Inflate all tires to 97 to
110 kPa (14 to 18 psi).
3. Check for loose fasteners and tighten them as
necessary.
4. Grease or oil 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. Remove the battery.
C. Slowly charge the battery before storage
and every 60 days thereafter for 24 hours to
prevent lead sulfation of the battery.
Note:
To prevent the battery from freezing,
ensure that it is fully charged. The specific
gravity of a fully charged battery is 1.265
to 1.299.
D. Clean the battery, terminals, and posts with
a wire brush and baking soda solution.
E. Coat the cable terminals and battery posts
with Grafo 112X skin-over grease (Toro
Part 505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent
corrosion.
F. Either store the battery on the shelf or on
the machine in a cool area. Leave the
cables disconnected if the battery is stored
on the machine.
Preparing the Engine
1. Drain the engine oil from the engine and install
the drain plug.
2. Remove and discard the oil filter.
3. Install a new oil filter.
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