Tractor Storage - Cub Cadet 8404 Operator's Manual

TRACTOR STORAGE

If the tractor will not be operated for two or three
months or longer, perform the following measures
before storing.
• Repair or replace worn or broken parts and
tighten all fasteners.
• Change the engine oil and run the engine about
five minutes to circulate oil throughout the engine
block.
• Apply oil or grease to parts which may rust.
• Remove the additional weight if mounted.
• Inflate the tires to a little above the standard
pressure.
• Drain the coolant from the radiator, flush the
radiator, and refill with new coolant.
• Depress the clutch pedal and engage the clutch
pedal lock rod in the lock eyelet. See Figure 81.
Lock
Eyelet
Figure 81
Clutch
Pedal
Clutch Pedal
Lock Rod
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IMPORTANT: If the tractor is stored for a long period
with the clutch engaged, the clutch disc may rust and
render the clutch inoperative.
• Remove or lower any implements to the ground.
• Remove the battery from the tractor, recharge it,
refill the electrolyte to the proper level, and store
in a dry place out of direct sunlight. If the battery
cannot be removed, disconnect the ground cable
from the negative terminal of the battery.
• The battery discharges over time even while in
storage. Recharge it once a month in hot
seasons, and once every two months in cold
seasons.
• Store the tractor where dry and sheltered from
rain. Cover the tractor with a tarpaulin.
• Remove the drain plug and drain the clutch
housing.
• Turn the fuel cock on the fuel filter to the off
position.
• Clean the air cleaner dust cup and filter element.
• To decrease the weight on the tires and to protect
the tires from the moisture of the ground, jack up
the tractor and set blocks underneath the axles,
or put wood boards beneath the tires.