Dixon D15KH30, Operator'S Manual

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STORAGE

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT

:  IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS 

FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH 

AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK 

DURING STORAGE.  ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT 

ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING 

ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOIS TURE WHICH 

LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FOR MA TION OF ACIDS DURING 

STOR AGE.  ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM 

OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

• 

Empty the fuel tank by starting 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 stor age.  

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 empty  

the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine 

oil.  (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of this 

man ual.)

CYLINDER(S)

•  Remove spark plug(s).
•  Pour one ounce (

29.5 mL) 

of oil through spark plug 

hole(s) into cylinder(s).

• 

Turn ignition key to “START” position for a few seconds 

to distribute oil.

•  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 indoors 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 condensation to form and 

will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT

: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE EN GINE  

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end 

of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days 

or  more.

WARNING:  Never store the trac tor with 

gas o line in the tank inside a building 

where fumes may reach an open flame 

or spark.  Allow the engine to cool before 

storing in any en clo sure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage.  When mower 

is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor oughly, remove 

all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.  Store in a clean, dry area.
•  Clean entire tractor. (See “CLEANING” in the 

Main te nance section of this manual.)

•  Inspect and replace belts, if necessary.  (See belt 

re place ment instructions in the Service and Adjustments 

section of this manual.)

• 

Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this 

man ual.

•  Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely 

fastened.  Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage 

and wear.  Replace if necessary.

•  Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand 

lightly before painting.

BATTERY

•  Fully charge the battery for 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 

dis con nect ed and battery cleaned thoroughly.  (See 

“TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in the 

Maintenance  sec tion of this manual.)

•  After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place 

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery 

terminals.

•  If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not 

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

•  If unit is equipped with battery indicator/charging 

plug, an optional charging unit may be purchased and 

connected to the unit to charge the battery during long 

term storage.  Inspect and clean the battery terminals 

as needed prior to long term storage with charger 

connected.