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TRACTOR STORAGE
If your tractor is not going to be operated for an
extended period of time (thirty days to approximately
six months), the tractor should be prepared for stor-
age. Store the tractor in a dry and protected location.
If stored outside, cover the tractor (including the tires)
to protect it from the elements. The procedures out-
lined below should be performed whenever the tractor
is placed in storage.
1. Change the engine oil and filter following the
instructions provided in the engine information at
the back of this manual.
WARNING: Never store the tractor with
fuel in the tank indoors or in poorly ven-
tilated enclosures, where fuel fumes may
reach an open flame, spark or pilot light
as on a furnace, water heater, clothes
dryer, etc.
WARNING: Fuel left in the fuel tank dete-
riorates and will cause serious starting
problems.
2. If storing the tractor for 30 days or more:
To prevent gum deposits from forming inside the
engine’s carburetor and causing possible malfunc-
tion of the engine, the fuel system must be either
completely emptied, or the gasoline must be
treated with a stabilizer to prevent deterioration.
Using a fuel stabilizer:
• Read the product manufacturer’s instructions
and recommendations.
• Add to clean, fresh gasoline the correct amount
of stabilizer for the capacity (approximately 3
gallons) of the fuel system.
• Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel and run the
engine for 2-3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into
the carburetor.
Emptying the fuel system:
• Prior to putting the tractor in storage, monitor
fuel consumption with the goal of running the
fuel tank empty.
• Run the engine until it begins to stall. Use the
choke to keep the engine running until all fuel in
the carburetor has been exhausted.
3. Clean the engine and the entire tractor
thoroughly.
4. Fully charge the battery, then disconnect the neg-
ative cable at the battery to prevent possible
discharge. Recharge the battery periodically
when in storage.
NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to prolonged
periods of sub-freezing temperatures. Store in a cool,
dry location where temperatures are above freezing.
5. Lubricate all lubrication points.
NOTE: We do not recommend the use of a pressure
washer or garden hose to clean your unit. They may
cause damage to electrical components; spindles;
pulleys; bearings; or the engine. The use of water will
result in shortened life and reduce serviceability.
REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE
• Check the engine oil.
• Fully charge the battery and inflate the tires to the
recommended pressure.
• Add clean, fresh fuel.
• Start the engine and allow to idle for a few
minutes to ensure engine is operating properly.
• Drive the tractor without a load to make certain all
the tractor systems are functioning properly.