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8. Grease the chassis; refer to Greasing and Lubricating
the Tractor on page 23.
9. Change the crankcase oil and filter; refer to Servicing
the Engine Oil on page 20.
10. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire
Pressure on page 24.
11. Prepare the tractor for storage when non-use occurs
over 30 days. Prepare tractor for storage as follows.
A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to fuel
in the tank. Follow the mixing instructions from the
stabilizer manufacturer. (1 oz. per gallon). Do not
use an alcohol based stabilizer (ethanol or
methanol).
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective
when mixed with fresh gasoline and used at all times.
B. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel
through the fuel system (5 minutes).
C. Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel
tank; refer to Draining the Fuel Tank on page 26.
D. Restart the engine and run it until it stops.
E. Choke or prime the engine.
F. Start and run the engine until it will not start. Use
the primer, if equipped on the tractor, several times
to ensure that no fuel remains in the primer system.
G. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local codes.
Important Do not store stabilizer/conditioned gasoline
over 90 days.
12. Remove the spark plug and check its condition; refer to
Servicing the Spark Plug on page 22. With the spark
plug removed from the engine, pour 2 tablespoons of
engine oil into the spark plug hole. Use the electric
starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside
the cylinder. Install the spark plug; refer to Servicing
the Spark Plug on page 22. Do not install the wire on
the spark plug.
13. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Clean the battery
and battery terminals. Check the electrolyte level and
charge it fully; refer to Servicing the Battery on
page 24. Leave the negative battery cable disconnected
from the battery during storage.
Important
The battery must be fully charged to prevent
it from freezing and being damaged at temperatures below
32 F (0 C). A fully charged battery can be stored during
the winter season without recharging.
14. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or
replace any part that is damaged or defective.
15. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from an Authorized Service Dealer.
16. Store the tractor in a clean, dry garage or storage area.
Remove the ignition and KeyChoice keys from the
mower and keep them in a memorable place. Cover the
tractor to protect it and keep it clean.
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