STORAGE
The tractor should be immediately prepared for storageChart (page 16).
at the end of the season, or if the unit is to be unused for5. Remove the battery (See the Battery removal
30 days or more. Fuel, if permitted to stand unused forparagraph, in Assembly section of this manual).
extended periods (30 days or more), may develop6. Clean the battery as described in the Battery
gummy deposits which can adversely affect the enginemaintenance paragraph of the Maintenance
carburettor and can cause engine malfunction.section of this manual. Add clean water to raise
level to indicator ring and fully charge the
battery. A discharged battery will freeze and may
burst. If possible, place the battery in a cool, dryDANGER
area. Charge the battery overnight every 30
Never store engine with fuel in tank indoors ordays.
poorly ventilated enclosures, where fuel fumes may7. Store the tractor in a clean, dry area, and cover
reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on ait for additional protection.
furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc...
Handle fuel carefully. It is highly flammable andA yearly check-up or a tune-up by an authorized service
careless use could result in serious fire damage todealer is a good way of insuring that your tractor will
your person and property.provide maximum performance for the next season.
Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors away
from open flame.NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of gum deposits during
storage. Add stabilizer to the fuel in the fuel tank or
To prepare the tractor for storage, proceed as follows:storage container. Always follow the mix ratio given by
1. Clean the tractor thoroughly.the stabilizer manufacturer. Run the engine at least 10
2. Inspect the tractor for worn or damaged partsminutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to
and tighten all loose screws and nuts. reach the carburetter. Do not drain the gas tank and
3. Prepare engine for storage (See the enginecarburetter if using stabilizer.
operating and maintenance manual).
4. Lubricate all points shown in the Lubrication
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