Storage; Cleaning And Storing The Machine - Toro 74923 Operator's Manual

Storage

Cleaning and Storing the
Machine
1. Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO),
engage the parking brake, turn the ignition key
to the O position, and remove the key.
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2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime
from the external parts of the entire machine
(especially the engine and hydraulic system).
Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of the
engine-cylinder-head fins and the 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.
3. Check the brake; refer to
(page 53).
4. Service the air cleaner; refer to
Cleaner (page 38).
5. Grease the machine; refer to
36).
6. Change the crankcase oil; refer to
Engine Oil (page
7. Check the tire pressure; refer to
Tire Pressure (page
8. Change the hydraulic filters; refer to
the Hydraulic Fluid and Filters (page
9. Charge the battery; refer to
(page 46).
10. Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt
from the underside of the mower, then wash the
mower with a garden hose.
Note:
Run the machine with the blade-control
switch (PTO) engaged and the engine at high
idle for 2 to 5 minutes after washing.
11. Check the condition of the blades; refer to
Servicing the Cutting Blades (page
12. Prepare the machine for storage when non-use
occurs over 30 days. Prepare the machine for
storage as follows:
A. Add a petroleum based
stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the
tank. Follow mixing instructions from
the stabilizer manufacturer. Do not use
an alcohol based stabilizer (ethanol or
methanol).
Brake Maintenance
Servicing the Air
Lubrication (page
Changing the
40).
Checking the
48).
Replacing
60).
Charging the Battery
64).
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 it to cool, and
drain the fuel tank; refer to
Fuel Tank (page
D. Start the engine and run it until it stops.
E. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per
local codes.
Important:
stabilizer/conditioned fuel over
90 days.
13. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair or replace any part that is damaged.
14. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint
is available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
15. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or
storage area.
16. Remove the key from the ignition switch
and keep it out of reach of children or other
unauthorized users.
17. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
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Servicing the
44).
Do not store