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STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
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USING TRACTOR AFTER
LONG-TERM STORAGE
Keep the following instructions when
using the tractor after its long-term
storage.
1. Perform the inspection procedures
before operation.
2. To prolong the life and to enhance
the performance of the engine,
idle the engine for about 30 min-
utes before starting work.
3. Check the tire air pressure and in-
atethetiresiftheyarelow.
4. Install a fully charged battery.
Check that the battery is fully
charged before installing it.
5. Check the fan belt tension.
6.Check all uid levels. (Engine oil,
transmission/hydraulic oil, and en-
gine coolant)
7. Remove grease from the exposed
cylinder rod.
8. Apply grease to the lubrication
points.
9. Remove the cover from the ex-
haust pipe.
CAUTION
To avoid a personal injury,
Never clean the tractor body
while the engine is running.
Never run the engine in an en-
closed area without proper
ventilation system in order to
prevent poisoning by exhaust
gas.
When storing the tractor, re-
move the key from the switch
and store it separately in or-
der to prevent an unauthor-
ized person from operating
the tractor and being injured.
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IMPORTANT
When cleaning the tractor, be
sure to stop the engine. Allow
sufficient time for the engine
to cool before washing.
Cover the tractor after the muf
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fler and engine have cooled
down.
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