Simplicity 759 3415H - Out of Service Protection (Storage); Starting the Tractor after Storage

changed more often t han every 25 hours as is recommended
under normal conditions. In extremely dusty conditions,
change every 10 operating hours.
OUT OF SERVICE PROTECTION (Storage)
When the tractor is to be stored without use for a month or
longer, the following precautions should be taken to insure
your tractor will be ready to go when you need it:
1. Unless you wish to run the tractor until the fuel tank is
empty, add a good brand of gasoline stabilizer. This additive,
Statil, available from your Simplicity dealer, prevents for¬
mation of gum and varnish for up to one year, providing
easier starting and a cleaner fuel system.
2. Drain and refill the engine crankcase while the engine is
warm. Tie a tag on the tractor indicating what grade and
weight of oil was used.
3. Remove the spark plug and pour one ounce (two table*
spoons) of SAE 30 engine oil into the cylinder. Engage the
starter to turn the engine Over a few tunes, then reinstall the
sparkplug.
4. Clean the airdeaner element as described On page 19. of
the Maintenance instructions.
& ♦ Plug the exhaust outlet to prevent the entrance of mois¬
ture, dirt, bug?, etc.
6- Insure the battery is filled to the proper level with water
and is fully charged. Battery life will be increased if it is re*
moved and put in a cool dry place and fully charged about
Once a month.
7. Grease all grease Zerks and put oil on the lubrication
points shown in the Maintenance section.
B, If the tractor is to be stored 6 months or longer block
the tractor up off the wheels to relieve weight and keep the
tires off a damp floor. Protect the tires from prolonged ex¬
posure to direct siinlight.
9. Store the tractor in a dry place indoors.
STARTING THE TRACTOR AFTER STORAGE
Before starting the tractor after it has been stored, do the
following:
1. Remove the blocks from under the tractor.
2 Replace the battery,.
3. Unplug the exhaust outlet.
4 Perform the "Before Operating the Tractor" instructions
found on page 5 of this manual.
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