Storage - Toro Greensmaster 3420 TriFlex 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. Always shut off the engine, remove the key (if
equipped), wait for all moving parts to stop,
and allow the machine to cool before adjusting,
cleaning, storing, or repairing the machine.
2. Remove accumulations of dirt and old grass
clippings. Sharpen the blades and bedknives, if
necessary; refer to the cutting unit Operator's
Manual. Use a rust preventive on bedknives and
blades. Grease and oil all lubrication points.
3. Block up the wheels to remove any weight on
the tires.
4. Drain and replace the hydraulic fluid and filter
and inspect the hydraulic lines and fittings.
Replace, if necessary; refer to
the Hydraulic Fluid and Filter (page 48)
Checking the Hydraulic Lines and Hoses (page
48).
5. 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
Fuel Filter/Water Separator (page
6. 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
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.
Changing
and
Replacing the
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