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4. Make initial reel to bedknife adjustments appropriate
for backlapping on all cutting units. Start engine and set
engine to low idle speed.
5. Engage reels by engaging PTO switch on control panel.
6. Apply lapping compound with long handled brush.
Caution
Be careful when lapping the reel because contact
with the reel or other moving parts can result in
personal injury.
7. To make an adjustment to the cutting units while
backlapping, disengage reels and turn engine OFF.
After adjustments have been completed, repeat steps
4–6.
8. When backlap operation is completed, stop the engine,
rotate backlap knob to MOW position (F), set reel speed
controls to desired mowing setting and wash all lapping
compound off cutting units.
Note: Additional instructions and procedures on
Backlapping are available in the TORO Sharpening Reel &
Rotary Mowers Manual Form No. 80–300SL.
Note: For a better cutting edge, run a file across the front
face of the bedknife when the lapping operation is
completed. This will remove any burrs or rough edges that
may have built up on the cutting edge.
Storage
Traction Unit
• Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting units and the
engine.
• Check the tire pressure. Inflate all tires to 14–18 psi.
• Check all fasteners for looseness; tighten as necessary.
• Grease or oil all grease fittings and pivot points. Wipe
up any excess lubricant.
• Cover the entire length of the Sidewinder (Model
03206) cross tube with a light oil to prevent rust. After
storage, wipe off all oil.
• Lightly sand and use touch–up paint on painted areas
that are scratched, chipped, or rusted. Repair any dents
in the metal body.
• Service the battery and cables as follows:
• Remove the battery terminals from the battery posts.
• Clean the battery, terminals, and posts with a wire
brush and baking soda solution.
• Coat the cable terminals and battery posts with
Grafo 112X skin–over grease (Toro Part No.
505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.
• Slowly recharge the battery every 60 days for 24
hours to prevent lead sulfation of the battery.
Engine
• Drain the engine oil from the oil pan and replace the
drain plug.
• Remove and discard the oil filter. Install a new oil filter.
• Refill oil pan with motor oil.
• Start the engine and run at idle speed for approximately
two minutes.
• Stop the engine.
• Thoroughly drain all fuel from the fuel tank, lines fuel
filter and water separator assembly.
• Flush the fuel tank with fresh, clean diesel fuel.
• Re–secure all fuel system fittings.
• Thoroughly clean and service the air cleaner assembly.
• Seal the air cleaner inlet and the exhaust outlet with
weatherproof tape.
• Check anti–freeze protection and add as needed for
expected minimum temperature in your area.
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