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Immediately prepare yourtractor for
storage at the end ofthe season or ifthe
tractor will not be used for 30 days or
more.
_kCAUTION: Never store the tractor with
gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Anowthe engine to cool before
storing inany enclosure.
TRACTOR
Remove mower from tractor forwinter
storage. When mower isto be stored for
a period of time, clean itthoroughly,
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
ofthis manual).
3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-
nance section of this manual
4. Be sure that aU 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,
BATTERY
* Fully charge the batteryfor 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 BA']_ERY AND TERMI-
NALS" in the Maintenance section of
this manual).
• After cleaning, leave cables discon-
nected and place cables where they
cannot come in contactwith battery
terminals.
• If batteryis removed fromtractor for
storage, do not store battery directly on
concrete or damp surfaces.
ENGINE
FUELSYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is importantto prevent
gum deposttesfrom forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor,fuel
hose, or tank during storage. Also,
experiance indicates that alcohol
blended fuels (caned 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 and 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 oilthrough spark
plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).
3. Turn ignitionkey 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 yourcan
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirtin your
gasoline will cause problems.
• If possible, store your tractor indoors
and cover itto give protectionfrom dust
and dirt.
• Cover your tractorwith a suitable
protective cover that does not retain
moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which allows conden-
sation to form and wil( cause your
tractor to rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover trectorwhile
engine and exhaust areas are stillwarm.
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