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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.
w_ttCAUTION:
Never store the tractor
h 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.
• Clean
entire tractor
(See "CLEANING"
in the Maintenance
section
of this
manual).
• Inspect
and replace
belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement
instructions
in
the Service
and Adjustments
section
of
this manual).
• Lubricate
as shown
in the Mainte-
nance
section
of this manual.
• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely
fastened.
Inspect moving
parts for damage,
breakage
and wear.
Replace
if necessary.
• Touch
up all rusted or chipped
paint
surfaces;
sand lightly before
painting.
BATTERY
• 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
BAFFERY
AND TERMINALS"
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
puUm deposits from forming
in essential
el system parts such as carburetor, fuel
filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.
Also, experience
indicates that alcohol
blended fuels 9called gasohol or using
ethanol
or methanol)
can attract moisture
which leads to separation
and formation
of acids during storage.
Acidic gas can
damage
the fuel system
of an engine
while in storage.
• Drain the fuel tank.
• 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.
ENGINE
OIL
Drain oil (with engine
warm)
and replace
with clean engine oil.
(See "ENGINE"
in
the Maintenance
section
of this manual).
CYLINDER(S)
Remove
spark plug(s).
Pour one ounce
of oil through
spark
plug hole(s)
into cylinder(s).
• Turn ignition
key to "START"
position
for a few seconds
to distribute
oil.
• 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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