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Operating the Tractor

Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less)

Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline, so
never store the unit indoors or in any other area where fuel
vapor could travel to any ignition source. Fuel vapor is also
toxic if inhaled, so never store the unit in any structure used
for human or animal habitation.

Here is a checklist of things to do when storing your unit
temporarily or in between uses:

• Keep the unit in an area where children will not come into

contact with it. If there’s any chance of unauthorized use,
remove the keys and disconnect the spark plug wires.

• If the unit can’t be stored on a reasonably level surface,

chock the wheels.

• Clean all grass and dirt from the mower.

Note:

If storing your tractor between winter snow removal

jobs in a cold area, we suggest that you fill the fuel tank at
the completion of each job to prevent water condensation in
the fuel tank. Wait for engine to cool before filling tank.

Long Term Storage (Longer Than 30 Days)

Before you store your unit for the off-season, read the
Maintenance and Storage instructions in the Safety Rules
section, then perform the following steps:

1. Drain crankcase oil and refill with a grade of oil that will

be required when unit is used again.

2. Prepare the mower deck for storage as follows:

a. Remove mower deck from the unit.

b. Clean underside of mower deck.

c. Coat all bare metal surfaces with paint or light coat of

oil to prevent rusting.

3. Clean external surfaces and engine.

4. Prepare engine for storage. See engine owner’s

manual.

5. Clean any dirt or grass from cylinder head cooling fins,

engine housing and air cleaner element.

6. Cover air cleaner and exhaust outlet tightly with plastic or

other waterproof material to keep out moisture, dirt and
insects.

7. Completely grease and oil unit as outlined in the Normal

Care section.

8. Clean up unit and apply paint or rust preventative to any

areas where paint is chipped or damaged.

9. Be sure the battery is fully charged. Battery life will be

increased if it is removed, put in a cool, dry place and
fully charged about once a month. If battery is left in unit,
disconnect the negative cable.

10. Drain fuel system completely or add a gasoline sta-

bilizer to the fuel system. If you have chosen to use
a fuel stabilizer and have not drained the fuel sys-
tem, follow all safety instructions and storage pre-
cautions in this manual to prevent the possibility of
fire from the ignition of gasoline fumes. Remember,
gasoline fumes can travel to distant sources of igni-
tion and ignite, causing risk of explosion and fire.

Note:

Gasoline, if permitted to stand unused for extend-

ed periods (30 days or more), may develop gummy
deposits which can adversely affect the engine carbure-
tor and cause engine malfunction. To avoid this condi-
tion, add a gasoline stabilizer to the fuel tank and run the
engine a few minutes, or drain all fuel from the unit
before placing it in storage.

STARTING AFTER LONG TERM STORAGE

Before starting the unit after it has been stored for a long
period of time, perform the following steps.

1. Remove any blocks from under the unit.

2. Install the battery if it was removed.

3. Unplug the exhaust outlet and air cleaner.

4. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. See engine

manual for recommendations.

5. See engine owner’s manual and follow all instructions

for preparing engine after storage.

6. Check crankcase oil level and add proper oil if

necessary. If any condensation has developed during
storage, drain crankcase oil and refill.

7. Inflate tires to proper pressure. Check fluid levels.

8. Start the engine and let it run slowly. DO NOT run at

high speed immediately after starting. Be sure to run
engine only outdoors or in well ventilated area.

STORAGE

Never store the unit, with gasoline in engine or fuel
tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, poorly
ventilated enclosures. Gasoline fumes may reach an
open flame, spark or pilot light (such as a furnace,
water heater, clothes dryer, etc.) and cause an
explosion.

Handle gasoline carefully. It is highly flammable and
careless use could result in serious fire damage to
your person or property.

Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors away
from open flame or sparks.

WARNING