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tank. Do not use an alcohol-based stabilizer
(ethanol or methanol).
Important:
stabilizer/conditioner longer than the
duration recommended by the fuel
stabilizer manufacturer.
B.
Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel
through the fuel system for 5 minutes.
C.
Shut off the engine, allow it to cool, and
drain the fuel tank.
D.
Start the engine and run it until it stops.
E.
Start and run the engine again until it does
not start again.
F.
Dispose of drained fuel properly. Recycle
as per local codes.
8.
Remove the spark plugs and check their
condition; refer to
(page
35).
9.
With the spark plugs removed from the engine,
pour 15 ml (2 tablespoons) of engine oil into the
spark-plug hole.
10.
Use the starter to crank the engine and distribute
the engine oil inside the cylinder.
11.
Install the spark plugs and tighten each one to
the recommended torque; refer to
Replacing the Spark Plug (page
Note:
Do not install the spark-plug wires on the
spark plugs.
12.
Check the anti freeze protection and add a 50/50
solution of water and anti freeze as needed for
expected minimum temperature in your area.
13.
Remove the battery from the chassis, and
charge it fully; refer to
(page
37).
Note:
Do not connect the battery cables to the
battery posts during storage.
Important:
The battery must be fully
charged to prevent it from freezing and being
damaged at temperatures below 0°C (32°F).
A fully charged battery maintains its charge
for about 50 days at temperatures lower
than 4°C (40°F). If the temperatures will be
above 4°C (40°F), check the water level in the
battery and charge it every 30 days.
14.
Check and tighten all fasteners. Repair or
replace any part that is damaged.
15.
Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces
with paint available from your authorized Toro
distributor.
16.
Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or
storage area.
Do not store fuel containing
Servicing the Spark Plug
Checking and
35).
Servicing the Battery
17.
Remove the key from the key switch and put it in
a safe place that is out of the reach of children.
18.
Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
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