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Storage
Cleaning and Storage
1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking
brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the
key.
2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the entire machine, especially the
engine. Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of the
engine's cylinder head fins and blower housing.
Important: You can wash the machine with
mild detergent and water. Do not pressure wash
the machine. Avoid excessive use of water,
especially near the shift lever plate, and engine.
3. Check the brake; refer to Servicing the Brake in
Brake Maintenance , page 34.
4. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner in Engine Maintenance , page 24.
5. Grease the machine; refer to Greasing and
Lubrication in Lubrication , page 22.
6. Change the engine oil; refer to Servicing the Engine
in Engine Maintenance , page 24.
7. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire
Pressure in Drive System Maintenance , page 30.
8. For long-term storage:
A. Add stabilizer/conditioner additive to fuel in the
tank.
B. Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel through
the fuel system (5 minutes).
C. Stop engine, allow to cool and drain the fuel
tank; refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank in Fuel
System Maintenance , page 28, or operate engine
until it stops.
D. Restart engine and run until it stops. Repeat, on
Choke until engine will not restart.
E. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local
codes.
Note: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned
gasoline over 90 days.
9. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition;
refer to Servicing the Spark Plug in Engine
Maintenance , page 24. With the spark plug(s)
removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons of
engine oil into the spark plug hole. Now use the
starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil
inside the cylinder. Install the spark plug(s). Do not
install the wire on the spark plug(s).
10. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair
or replace any part that is damaged or defective.
11. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
12. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage
area. Remove the key from the ignition switch and
keep it in a memorable place. Cover the machine to
protect it and keep it clean.
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