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STORAGE
lmmediatefy prepare your tractor for storage si 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 reachanopen flame
or spark, Allow the engine to cool
before storing inany enclosure°
TRACTOR
Remove mower from tractor for winter storage When
mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean il thor-
oughly, remove aft dirt, grease, leaves, etc Store in a
clean, dry area-
- Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in theCustomer
Responsibilities section of lhis manual).
Inspect and replace bells, if necessary (S_e belt re-
placement tnstrucltons inthe Service and Adjustments
section of Ihis manual).
* Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities
saclion o[ 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 r_sted or chipped paint surfaces; sand
lightly before painting
BATTERY
Fully charge Ihe battery for storage.
• After a period of time in storage, battery may require
recharging
. To help prevenl corrosion and power leakage dUdng
tong periods of storage battery cables should be
disconnecte dand battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-
tomer Responsibilities section of this manual)
• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place
cables where they cannot come in contact with battery
terminals.
• Be sure battery drain tube Is securely attached,
, tf baltery Ssremoved 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 FILTER,
FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,
EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED
FUELS (CALLED 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 fuet tank
• Slart the engine and let it run until the fue_ lines and
carburetor ere empty
* Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products tn the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
• Use fresh rue] next season
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceplab]e alEemative in
minimizing the Iormatlon of fuel gum deposits during stor-
age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel lank or storage
container, Always follow Ihe mix ratio found on stabilizer
conta!ner. Run engine at feasl 10 minutes alter adding
slabtttzer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do
not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (withengine warm) and replacewithclean engine
etf (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities
seclion ofthismanual)
CYUNDERS
• Remove spark plug(s)
• Pour one ounce of ofl through spark plug hole(s) into
cylinder(s)
• Turn ignition key to "START" posilion for afew seconds
todistribute oil
• Reptace with new spark plug(s).
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season to anolher
• Replace your gasoline can i! your can starts 1orust.
Rust and/or d{d In your gasoline wtt_cause problems
• if possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to
give protection lrom dust and dirt.
• Cover your tractorwith a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic, Plastic
cannot breathe which allows condensation toIorm and
will cause your tractor to rest.
IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGIN E
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM
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