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Immediately
prepare your tractor for
storage
at the end of the season or if the
tractor will not be used for 30 days or
more.
_CAUTION:
Never store the tractor with
gasoline
in the tank inside
a building
where fumes
may reach an open flame or
spark.
Allow the engine to cool before
storing
in any enclosure.
TRACTOR
Remove
mower from tractor for winter
storage.
When mower is to be stored for
a period of time, clean it thoroughly,
remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store
in a clean, dry area.
1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"
in the Maintenance
section of this
manual).
2.
Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement
instructions in
the Service and Adjustments
section
of this manual).
3.
Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-
nance section of this manual.
4.
Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened.
Inspect moving
parts for damage,
breakage
and wear.
Replace
if necessary.
5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
BATrERY
• Fully charge
the battery for storage.
• After a period of time in storage, battery
may require
recharging.
• To help prevent
corrosion
and power
leakage
during long periods
of storage,
battery
cables should
be disconnected
and battery
cleaned
thoroughly
(see
"TO CLEAN BATTERY
AND TERMI-
NALS" in the Maintenance
section
of
this manual).
• After cleaning,
leave cables
discon-
nected and place cables where
they
cannot come in contact with battery
terminals.
• If battery is removed from tractor for
storage,
do not store battery
directly
on
concrete
or damp surfaces.
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT:
It is important to prevent
gum deposits
from forming
in essential
fuel
system parts such as carburetor, fuel
hose, or tank during storage. Also,
alcohol blended
fuels (called
gasohol or
using ethanol or methanol)
can attract
moisture
which
leads to separation
and
formation
of acids dudng storage.
Acidic
gas can damage
the fuel system of an
engine
while
in storage.
1. Drain the fuel tank.
2.
Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor
are empty.
• Never use engine
or carburetor
cleaner
products
in the fuel tank or permanent
damage
may occur.
• Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE:
Fuel stabilizer
is an acceptable
alternative
in minimizing
the formation
of
fuel gum deposits
during storage.
Add
stabilizer
to gasoline
in fuel tank or
storage
container.
Always
follow the mix
ratio found
on stabilizer
container.
Run
engine
at least 10 minutes
after adding
stabilizer
to allow the stabilizer
to reach
the carburetor.
Do not drain the gas tank
and carburetor
if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINEOIL
Drain oil (with engine
warm) and replace
with clean
engine oil.
(See "ENGINE"
in
the Maintenance
section
of this manual).
CYLINDER(S)
1. Remove
spark plug(s).
2.
Pour one ounce of oil through spark
plug hole(s)
into cylinder(s).
3. Turn ignition key to start position for a
few seconds to distribute oil.
4.
Replace
with new spark plug(s).
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline
from one season
to another.
• Replace
your gasoline
can if your can
starts to rust.
Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline
will cause
problems.
• If possible,
store your tractor
indoors
and cover it to give protection
from dust
and dirt.
• Cover your tractor
with a suitable
protective
cover that does not retain
moisture.
Do not use plastic.
Plastic
cannot
breathe
which
allows conden-
sation to form and will cause your
tractor to rust.
IMPORTANT:
Never cover tractor while
engine
and exhaust
areas are still warm.
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