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CAUTION! To avoid personal injury:
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Do not clean the machine
with engine running. |
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To avoid the danger of exhaust fume
poisoning, do not operate the engine in a closed building without
proper ventilation. |
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When storing, remove the key from
the key switch to avoid unauthorized persons from operating
the machine and getting injured. |
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Short-Term Machine Storage
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Keep the machine and supply of fuel
in locked storage and remove the ignition key to prevent children
or others from playing or tampering with them. |
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To avoid sparks from an accidental short circuit,
always disconnect the battery's ground cable (negative terminal)
first and reconnect it last. |
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Do not store the machine with fuel in the tank
inside a building where fumes may ignite. Allow the engine
to cool before storing. |
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To avoid the danger of exhaust fume poisoning,
do not operate the engine in a closed building without adequate
ventilation. |
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To reduce fire hazards, clean the machine thoroughly
before storage. Dry grass and leaves around the engine and
mufflers may ignite. |
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Long-Term Machine Storage
If you intend to store your machine for an extended period of
time, follow the procedures outlined below. These procedures
will insure that the machine is ready to operate with minimum
preparation when it is removed from storage.
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Check for loose bolts and nuts,
and tighten if necessary. |
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Apply grease to machine areas where bare metal
will rust. Also, apply grease to pivot areas. |
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Inflate the tires to a pressure a little higher
than usual. |
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Change the engine oil and run the engine for
about five minutes to circulate oil throughout the engine block
and internal moving parts. |
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With all implements lowered to the ground, coat
any exposed hydraulic cylinder piston rods with grease. |
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Remove the battery from the machine. Store the
battery following the battery storage procedures. |
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Keep the machine in a dry place where the machine
is sheltered from rain. Cover the machine. |
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Store the machine indoors in a dry area that
is protected from sunlight and excessive heat. If the machine
must be stored outdoors, cover it with a waterproof tarpaulin. |
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Jack the machine up and place blocks under the
front and rear axles so that all four tires are off the ground.
Keep the tires out of direct sunlight and extreme heat. |
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When washing the machine, be sure
to stop the engine.
Allow sufficient time for the engine to
cool before washing. |
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Cover the machine after the muffler and the
engine have cooled down. |
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Removing the Machine from Storage
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Check the tire air pressure and
inflate the tires if they are low. |
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Jack the machine up and remove the support blocks. |
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Install the battery. Before installing the battery,
make sure it is fully charged. |
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Check the fan belt tension. |
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Check all fluid levels (engine oil, transmission/hydraulic
oil, engine coolant and any attached implements). |
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Start the engine. Observe all gauges. If all
gauges are functioning properly and reading normal, move the
machine outside. |
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Once outside, park the machine and let the engine
idle for at least five minutes. |
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Shut the engine off and walk around machine
and make a visual inspection looking for evidence of oil or
water leaks. |
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With the engine fully warmed up, release the
parking brake and test the brakes for proper adjustment as
you move forward. Adjust the brakes as necessary. |
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