For long term storage, either drain gasoline from
fuel tank or use a fuel additive before storing. To
drain gasoline, refer to Draining Gasoline From Fuel
Tank, page 20. After fuel is drained, start engine and
let it idle until all fuel is consumed and engine stops.
Repeat the starting procedure two more times to enĆ
sure all gas is removed from the engine. If gasoline
is not drained, gum-like varnish deposits will form
and cause poor engine operation, even starting
problems.
Fuel can be left in gas tank only if a fuel additive,
such as Toro's Stabilizer/Conditioner, is added to
gasoline before storing. Toro's Stabilizer/Conditioner
is a petroleum distillate based conditioner/stabilizer.
Toro does not recommend stabilizers with an alcohol
base, such as ethanol, methanol or isopropyl. Use
fuel additive in recommended quantities as specified
on container.
Under normal conditions, fuel additives remain effecĆ
tive in fuel for 6-8 months.
Remove wire from spark plug and clean area
around the plug so foreign matter cannot fall into
cylinder when plug is removed. Next, remove plug
from cylinder head and pour two tablespoons of enĆ
gine oil into spark plug hole. Rotate engine by hand
to distribute oil on inside of cylinder. Then reinstall
spark plug and tighten it to 15 ftĆlb (20.4 N·m). DO
NOT REINSTALL WIRE ON SPARK PLUG.
Drain oil from crankcase: refer to Changing
Crankcase Oil, page 19. However, do not fill crankĆ
case with oil at this time.
Remove battery from chassis: refer to Activating
and Charging Battery, page 11. Remove corrosion
from battery terminal and wipe any grease and dirt
off the battery case. Check level of electrolyte. If level
is low, add distilled water to the affected cell. Fill only
to the UPPER" fill line on side of battery. Reinstall
filler caps.
Clean dirt and chaff from outside of cylinder, cylĆ
inder head fins, and blower housing. Also, remove
grass clippings, dirt, and grime from external parts of
rider, engine, shrouding, and top of mower housing.
Clean underside of mower housing: refer to
Washing Underside of Mower, page 26.
Check condition of blade: refer to Servicing CutĆ
ter Blade, page 21.
Check and tighten all cap screws, bolts, screws,
nuts, and mating parts. If any part is damaged, reĆ
pair or replace it.
Lubricate wheels and spindles with grease: refer
to Grease Front Axle Spindles and Wheels, page 18.
Remove dust and dirt from air cleaner element:
refer to Servicing Air Cleaner, page 19.
Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces.
Make sure to sand affected area before painting.
TORO ReĆKote touchĆup" paint is available
from any Authorized TORO Service Dealer.
Fill crankcase with oil: refer to Fill Crankcase
With Oil, page 11.
Install the battery: refer to Activating and ChargĆ
ing Battery, page 11.
Store the rider in a clean, dry garage or storage
area. Remove key from ignition switch and keep it in
a memorable place. Cover the rider to protect it and
keep it clean.
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