Storage - Toro TRX-19 Operator's Manual

Storage

1. Lower the boom and set the parking brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Remove dirt and grime from the external parts of
the entire machine, especially the engine. Clean dirt
and chaff from the outside of the engine cylinder
head fins 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, especially near the control panel, engine,
hydraulic pumps, and motors.
4. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner.
5. Grease the machine; refer to Greasing the machine.
6. Change the crankcase oil; refer to Changing the
Engine Oil.
7. Remove the spark plug and check the condition of it;
refer to Servicing the Spark Plug.
8. For storage over 30 days, prepare the machine as
follows:
A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner
to fuel in the tank. Follow mixing instructions
from stabilizer manufacturer. (1 oz. per US
gallon). Do not use an alcohol based stabilizer
(ethanol or methanol).
Note: Fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most
effective when mixed with fresh gasoline and
used at all times.
B. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel
through the fuel system (5 minutes).
C. Stop the engine, allow it to cool and drain the
fuel tank using a pump type syphon.
D. Restart the engine and run it until it stops.
E. Choke the engine.
F. Start and run the engine until it will not start
again.
G. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local
codes.
Important: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned
gasoline over 90 days.
9. With the spark plug removed from the engine, pour
two tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug
hole.
10. Place a rag over the spark plug hole to catch any oil
spray, then use the starter or recoil handle 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.
12. Charge the battery (model 22971 and 22974); refer
to Servicing the Battery.
13. Check and adjust the track tension; refer to Adjusting
the Track Tension.
14. Check and adjust the digging chain tension; refer
to Checking and Adjusting the Digging Chain and
Boom
15. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair
or replace any part that is damaged.
16. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
17. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage
area. Remove the key from the ignition switch and
keep it in a memorable place.
18. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
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