Storage; Waste Disposal - Toro Pro Force 44553 Operator's Manual

Storage

1. Shut off the engine, remove the spark-plug wire,
and remove the key from the ignition.
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 fins on the engine cylinder head 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.
3. Service the air cleaner; refer to
Cleaner (page 21).
4. Change the crankcase oil; refer to
Engine Oil (page
5. Check the tire pressure; refer to
Tire Pressure (page
6. Prepare the machine for storage when non-use
occurs over 30 days. Prepare machine for
storage as follows:
A. Add a petroleum-based
stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the
tank. Follow the mixing instructions from
the stabilizer manufacture. Do not use
an alcohol-based stabilizer (ethanol or
methanol).
Note:
A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most
effective when mixed with fresh fuel and
used at all times.
B. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel
through the fuel system (5 minutes).
C. Shut off the engine, allow the engine to cool,
and drain the fuel tank; refer to
the Fuel Tank (page
D. Start the engine and run it until it stops.
E. Choke the engine. Start and run the engine
until it will not start.
F. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per
local codes.
Important:
Do not store
stabilizer/conditioned gasoline over 90 days.
7. Remove and check the condition of the spark
plug(s); refer to Servicing the Spark Plugs (page
24). With the spark plug(s) removed from the
engine, pour 2 TBS of engine oil into the spark
plug hole. Now 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).
Servicing the Air
Servicing the
22).
Checking the
14).
Servicing
26).
8. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair or replace any part that is damaged or
defective.
9. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint
is available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
10. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or
storage area. Remove the key from the ignition
switch and keep it out of reach of children or
other unauthorized users. Cover the machine to
protect it and keep it clean.

Waste Disposal

Engine oil, engine and remote control batteries are
pollutants to the environment. Dispose of these
according to your state and local regulations.
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