Storage - Toro 04358 Greensmaster 3150 Operator's Manual

Storage

If you wish to store the machine for a long period of time, the
following steps should be performed prior to storage:
1. Remove accumulations of dirt and old grass clippings.
Sharpen the reels and bedknives, if necessary;
refer to the Cutting Unit Operator's Manual. Use
a rust preventive on bedknives and reel blades.
Grease and oil all lubrication points; refer to
Greasing the Machine (page 31).
2. Block up the wheels to remove any weight on the tires.
3. Drain and replace the hydraulic fluid
and filter and inspect the hydraulic lines
and fittings. Replace, if necessary; refer
to Changing the Hydraulic Oil and Filter (page 40) and
Checking the Hydraulic Lines and Hoses (page 40).
4. All fuel should be removed from the fuel tank. Run the
engine until it stops from lack of fuel. Replace the fuel
filter; refer to Replacing the Fuel Filter (page 35).
5. While the engine is still warm, drain the oil from
the crankcase. Refill it with fresh oil; refer to
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter (page 33).
6. Remove the spark plugs, pour one ounce of SAE
30 oil into the cylinders, and crank slowly to
distribute the oil. Replace the spark plugs; refer to
Replacing the Spark Plugs (page 35).
7. Clean dirt and chaff from the cylinder, cylinder head
fins, and blower housing.
8. Remove the battery and charge it fully. Either store
it on the shelf or on the machine. Leave the cables
disconnected if it is stored on the machine. Store
the battery in a cool atmosphere to avoid quick
deterioration of the charge in the battery.
9. If possible, store the machine in a warm, dry location.
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