Storage - Toro 04540 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.
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 Fluid and
Filter (page 41) and
Hoses (page 42).
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
5. While the engine is still warm, drain the oil from the
crankcase. Refill it with fresh oil; refer to
Engine Oil and Filter (page
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
Plugs (page 37).
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.
Checking the Hydraulic Lines and
38).
Changing the
37).
Replacing the Spark
43