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STORAGE

WARNING

To avoid personal injury or death:

• Do not clean the machine while the engine is

running.

• To avoid the danger of exhaust fume poisoning,

do not operate the engine in a closed building
without proper ventilation.

• When storing, remove the key from the key

switch to avoid unauthorized persons from
operating the tractor and getting injured.

TRACTOR STORAGE

If you intend to store your tractor for an extended
period of time, follow the proper storing procedures.
These procedures will insure that the tractor is ready to
operate with minimum preparation when it is removed
from storage.

1. Check the bolts and nuts for looseness, and tighten

if necessary.

2. Apply grease to tractor areas where bare metal will

rust also to pivot areas.

3. Detach the weights from the tractor body.
4. Inflate the tires to a pressure a little higher than

usual.

5. Change the engine oil and run the engine to

circulate oil throughout the engine block and
internal moving parts for about 5 minutes.

6. Keep the clutch disengaged. If the clutch is left

engaged for a long period of time, the clutch plate
may rust, making clutch disengagement impossible
at the next operation.

(1) Clutch pedal latch

(A) Depress
(B) Hook

7. With all implements lowered to the ground, coat any

exposed hydraulic cylinder piston rods with grease.

8. Remove the battery from the tractor. Store the

battery following the battery storage procedures.
(See Battery on page 70)

9. Keep the tractor in a dry place where the tractor is

sheltered from the elements. Cover the tractor.

10. Store the tractor indoors in a dry area that is

protected  from  sunlight  and  excessive  heat.  If  the
tractor  must  be  stored  outdoors,  cover  it  with  a
waterproof  tarpaulin.  Jack  the  tractor  up  and  place
blocks  under  the  front  and  rear  axles  so  that  all  4
tires are off the ground. Keep the tires out of direct
sunlight and extreme heat.

IMPORTANT :

• When washing the tractor, be sure to stop

the engine. Allow sufficient time for the
engine to cool before washing.

• Cover the tractor after the muffler and the

engine have cooled down.

REMOVING THE TRACTOR

FROM STORAGE

1. Check the tire air pressure and inflate the tires if

they are low.

2. Jack the tractor up and remove the support blocks

from under the front and rear axles.

3. Install the battery. Before installing the battery, be

sure it is fully charged.

4. Check the fan belt tension.
5. Check all fluid levels (engine oil, transmission/

hydraulic oil, engine coolant and any attached
implements).

6. Start the engine. Observe all gauges. If all gauges

are functioning properly and reading normal, move
the tractor outside. Once outside, park the tractor
and let the engine idle for at least 5 minutes. Shut
the engine off and walk around tractor and make a
visual inspection looking for evidence of oil or water
leaks.

7. With the engine fully warmed up, release the

parking brake and test the brakes for proper
adjustment as you move forward. Adjust the brakes
as necessary.

STORAGE

TRACTOR STORAGE

B2401DT, B2401DTWO, B2401DTN