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mmediately prepare your tractor for
_torage at the end of the season or ff the
factor willnot be used for 30 days or
nore.
CAUTION: Never store the tractor
_ifh gasotinein the tank inside a betiding
_here fumes may reach an open flame or
_park. Allowthe engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.
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Remove mower from tractor for winter
storage. When mower is to be storedfor
aperiod of time, clean itthoroughly,
remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store
in a clean, dry area.
1. Clean entire tractor (See =GLEANING"
in the Maintenance section ofthis
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 manuel.
4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts end screws
are securely fastened. Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
5. Touch up all rustedor chipped paint
surfaces;sand lightly before painting.
BATTERY
Fullycharge the battery for storage.
Aftera period of time in storage, battery
may require recharging.
• To help prevent corrosion and power
leakage dudng 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 buttery isremoved fromtractor for
storage, do not storebattery directly on
concrete or damp surfaces.
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It isImportant toprevent
gum deposites from forming in essential
fuel system parts suchas carburetor, fuel
hose, ortank dudng 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 duringstorage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of and engine
while in storage.
1. Drain the fuel tank.
2. Start the engine and let if rununtil the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
* Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
productsin the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
• Use fresh fuel nextseason.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits dudng storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
storage container. Always followthe mix
ratiofound on stabilizercontainer. Run
engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizerto reach
the carburetor. Do not drainthe gas tank
and carburetor if using fuel stabitizer.
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in
the Maintenance section of this manual).
CYUNDER(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 distributeoil.
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 indoora
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-
sationto form and will cause your
tractor to rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor white
engine and exhaust areas are stillwarm.
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