Storage - Toro 04356 Operator's Manual

Storage

If you wish to store the machine for a long period of
time, the following steps should be performed prior to
storage:
1. Remove accumulations of dirt and old grass
clippings. Sharpen the reels and bedknives, if
necessary; refer to the Cutting Unit Operator's Manual.
Use a rust preventive on bedknives and reel blades.
Grease and oil all lubrication points; refer to
Lubrication.
2. Block up the wheels to remove any weight on the
tires.
3. Drain and replace the hydraulic fluid and filter and
inspect the hydraulic lines and fittings. Replace, if
necessary; refer to Changing the Hydraulic Oil and
Filter and Checking the Hydraulic Lines and Hoses.
4. All fuel should be removed from the fuel tank. Run
the engine until it stops from lack of fuel. Replace
the fuel filter; refer to Replacing the Fuel Filter.
5. While the engine is still warm, drain the oil from the
crankcase. Refill it with fresh oil; refer to Changing
the Engine Oil and Filter.
6. Remove the spark plugs, pour one ounce of SAE 30
oil into the cylinders, and crank slowly to distribute
the oil. Replace the spark plugs; refer to Replacing
the Spark Plugs.
7. Clean dirt and chaff from the cylinder, cylinder head
fins, and blower housing.
8. Remove the battery and charge it fully. Either store
it on the shelf or on the machine. Leave the cables
disconnected if it is stored on the machine. Store
the battery in a cool atmosphere to avoid quick
deterioration of the charge in the battery.
9. If possible, store the machine in a warm, dry location.
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