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B.
Check the brakes; refer to
Brakes (page
36).
C.
Service the air cleaner; refer to
the Air Cleaner (page
D.
Grease the sprayer; refer to
the Sprayer (page
E.
Change the engine-oil filter and oil;
refer to
Changing the Engine Oil (page
57)
and
Changing the Engine-Oil Filter
(page
57).
F.
Check the tire pressure; refer to
Checking the Tire Pressure (page
G.
Prepare the fuel system as follows:
i.
Start the engine and run it at
idle speed for approximately 2
minutes.
ii.
Shut off the engine.
iii.
Flush the fuel tank with fresh,
clean fuel.
iv.
Secure all the fuel-system fittings.
H.
Use the starter to crank the engine and
distribute the oil inside the cylinder.
I.
Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and
screws.
Note:
Repair or replace any parts that
are worn or damaged.
J.
Check the condition of all spray hoses.
Note:
Replace any hoses that are worn
or damaged.
K.
Tighten all hose fittings.
L.
Paint all scratched or bare metal
surfaces (paint is available from your
Authorized Service Dealer).
M.
Store the machine in a clean, dry
storage area.
N.
Remove the battery from the chassis,
check the electrolyte level, and charge
the battery fully; refer to
Battery (page
63).
Important:
The battery must be fully
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 4°C (40°F). If
the temperatures will be above 4°C
(40°F), check the water level in the
battery and charge it every 30 days.
Checking the
Checking
54).
Greasing
52).
36).
Charging the
Note:
to the battery posts during storage.
O.
Remove the key from the starter switch
and put the key in a safe place out of the
reach of children.
P.
Cover the machine to protect it and keep
it clean.
82
Do not connect the battery cables
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