Storage - Toro Greensmaster 04358 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 Greasing the Machine (page
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
the Hydraulic Fluid and Filter (page 39)
Checking the Hydraulic Lines and Hoses (page
40).
4. Drain the fuel tank. Run the engine until it stops
from lack of fuel. Replace the fuel filter; refer to
Replacing the Fuel Filter (page
5. While the engine is still warm, drain the oil from
the crankcase. Refill it with fresh oil; refer to
Checking the Engine Oil (page
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 (page
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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