Storage - Toro 23208 Operator's Manual

Storage

1. Lower the grinder.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
3. Remove dirt and grime from the external parts of the
entire machine, especially the engine. Clean dirt and
chaff from the outside of the engine cylinder head fins
and blower housing.
Important: You can wash the machine with mild
detergent and water. Do not pressure wash the
machine. Avoid excessive use of water, especially
near the control panel, engine, hydraulic pumps,
and motors.
4. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner (page 23).
5. Grease the machine; refer to Greasing the Machine
(page 23).
6. Change the engine oil; refer to Changing the Oil (page
24).
7. Remove the spark plug and check the condition of it;
refer to Checking the Spark Plug (page 26).
8. For storage over 30 days, prepare the machine as
follows:
A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to
fuel in the tank. Follow mixing instructions from
stabilizer manufacturer. (1 oz. per US gallon). Do
not use an alcohol based stabilizer (ethanol
or methanol).
Note: Fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most
effective when mixed with fresh gasoline and used
at all times.
B. Run the engine to distribute conditioned fuel
through the fuel system (5 minutes).
C. Stop the engine, allow it to cool and drain the fuel
tank using a pump type syphon.
D. Restart the engine and run it until it stops.
E. Choke the engine.
F. Start and run the engine until it will not start again.
G. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle as per local
codes.
Important: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned
gasoline over 90 days.
9. With the spark plug removed from the engine, pour
two tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole.
10. Place a rag over the spark plug hole to catch any oil
spray, then use the starter or recoil handle to crank the
engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder.
11. Install the spark plug, but do not install the wire on
the spark plug.
12. Charge the battery; refer to Charging the Battery (page
29).
13. Check and adjust the track tension; refer to Checking
and Adjusting the Track Tension (page 30).
14. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or
replace any part that is damaged.
15. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
16. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area.
Remove the key from the ignition switch and keep it in
a memorable place.
17. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
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