Storage; Storage Safety; Preparing The Machine For Storage; Storing The Cutting Units - Toro Groundsmaster 3505-D Operator's Manual

Storage

Storage Safety

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Shut off the engine, remove the key (if equipped),
and wait for all movement to stop before you leave
the operator's position. Allow the machine to cool
before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
•
Do not store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or other appliance.
Preparing the Machine for
Storage
Important:
Do not use brackish or reclaimed
water to clean the machine.
Preparing the Traction Unit
1. Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting units,
and engine.
2. Check the tire pressure; refer to
Tire Pressure (page
3. Check all fasteners for looseness and tighten
them as necessary.
4. Grease all grease fittings and pivot points. Wipe
up any excess lubricant.
5. Lightly sand and use touch-up paint on painted
areas that are scratched, chipped, or rusted.
Repair any dents in the metal body.
6. Service the battery and cables as follows:
A. Remove the battery terminals from the
battery posts.
Note:
Always disconnect the negative
terminal first and the positive last. Always
connect the positive terminal first and the
negative last.
B. Clean the battery, terminals, and posts with
a wire brush and baking soda solution.
C. Coat the cable terminals and battery posts
with Grafo 112X skin-over grease (Part
Number 505-47) or petroleum jelly to
prevent corrosion.
D. Slowly recharge the battery every 60 days
for 24 hours to prevent lead sulfation of the
battery.
Preparing the Engine
1. Drain the engine oil from the oil pan and replace
the drain plug.
Checking the
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2. Remove and discard the oil filter. Install a new
oil filter.
3. Refill the oil pan with designated quantity of
motor oil.
4. Turn the key in the switch to the O
start the engine, and run it at idle speed for
approximately 2 minutes.
5. Turn the key in the switch to the O
6. Thoroughly drain all fuel from the fuel tank, lines,
and the fuel filter/water separator assembly.
7. Flush the fuel tank with fresh, clean diesel fuel.
8. Secure all fuel-system fittings.
9. Thoroughly clean and service the air-cleaner
assembly.
10. Seal the air-cleaner inlet and the exhaust outlet
with weatherproof tape.
11. Check the antifreeze protection and add as
needed for expected minimum temperature in
your area.

Storing the Cutting Units

If a cutting unit is separated from the traction unit for
any length of time, install a spindle plug in the top of
the spindle to protect the spindle from dust and water.
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position,
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position.
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