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6. Compare the measurements of the outer blades with
the center blade. The center blade must not be more
than 10 mm (3/8 inch) lower than the outer blades. If
the center blade is more than 10 mm (3/8 inch) lower
than the outer blades, proceed to step
between the spindle housing and the bottom of the
cutting unit.
7. Remove the bolts, flat washers, lock washers, and nuts
from the outer spindle in the area where the shims
must be added. To raise or lower the blade, add a shim,
Part No. 3256-24, between the spindle housing and
the bottom of the cutting unit. Continue to check the
alignment of the blades and add shims until the tips of
the blades are within the required dimension.
Important: Do not use more than three shims at
any one hole location. Use decreasing numbers of
shims in adjacent holes if more than one shim is
added to any one hole location.
8. Adjust the idler pulley and install the belt covers.
Storage
Preparing for Seasonal
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and add shims
Storage
Traction Unit
1. Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting units, and
2. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire
3. Check all fasteners for looseness; tighten as necessary.
4. Grease or oil all grease fittings and pivot points. Wipe
5. Lightly sand and use touch-up paint on painted areas
6. Service the battery and cables as follows:
Engine
1. Drain the engine oil from the oil pan and install the
2. Remove and discard the oil filter. Install a new oil filter.
3. Refill the oil pan with motor oil.
4. Start the engine and run it at idle speed for
5. Stop the engine.
6. Flush the fuel tank with fresh, clean diesel fuel.
7. Secure all of the fuel system fittings.
8. Thoroughly clean and service the air cleaner assembly.
9. Seal the air cleaner inlet and the exhaust outlet with
10. Check the anti freeze protection and add a 50/50
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the engine.
Pressure.
up any excess lubricant.
that are scratched, chipped, or rusted. Repair any dents
in the metal body.
A. Remove the battery terminals from the battery
posts.
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 (Toro Part No.
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.
drain plug.
approximately two minutes.
weatherproof tape.
solution of water and ethylene glycol anti-freeze as
needed for the expected minimum temperature in your
area.
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