Storage; Preparing The Traction Unit; Preparing The Engine - Toro Reelmaster 03781 Operator's Manual

Storage

Preparing the Traction Unit

1. Park the machine on a level surface, lower the cutting
units, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine,
and remove the key.
2. Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting units, and
the engine.
3. Check the tire pressure; refer to
Pressure (page 30).
4. Check all fasteners for looseness; tighten them as
necessary.
5. Grease or oil all grease fittings and pivot points. Wipe
up any excess lubricant.
6. Lightly sand and use touch-up paint on painted areas
that are scratched, chipped, or rusted. Repair any dents
in the metal body.
7. Service the battery and cables as follows:
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 charge the battery every 60 days for 24
hours to prevent lead sulfation of the battery.

Preparing the Engine

1. Drain the engine oil from the oil pan and install the
drain plug.
2. Remove and discard the oil filter. Install a new oil filter.
3. Fill the engine with specified motor oil.
4. Start the engine and run it at idle speed for
approximately 2 minutes.
5. Shut off the engine.
6. Flush the fuel tank with fresh, clean 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
weatherproof tape.
10. Check the antifreeze protection and add a 50/50
solution of water and ethylene glycol antifreeze as
needed for the expected minimum temperature in your
area.
Checking the Tire
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