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Storage
Storage Safety
•
Shut off the engine, remove the key, wait for all
moving parts to stop, and allow the machine to
cool before storing it.
•
Do not store the machine or fuel near flames.
Storage
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, engage the
parking brake, and lower the loader arms.
2.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
3.
Remove dirt and grime from the external parts
of the entire machine, especially the engine.
Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of both the
cylinder head fins and blower housing of the
engine.
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
Cleaner (page
30).
5.
Grease the machine; refer to
Machine (page
29).
6.
Change the engine oil; refer to
Engine Oil (page
7.
Remove the spark plugs and check the condition
of each; refer to
(page
33).
8.
With the spark plugs removed from the engine,
pour 30 ml (2 tablespoons) of engine oil into
each spark-plug hole.
9.
Place rags over the spark-plug holes to catch
any oil spray, then use the starter to crank the
engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder.
10.
Install the spark plugs, but do not install the
wires on the spark plugs.
11.
Charge the battery; refer to
(page
35).
12.
For storage over 30 days, prepare the machine
as follows:
A.
Add a petroleum-based
stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the
tank. Follow the mixing instructions from
the fuel-stabilizer manufacturer. Do not
Servicing the Air
Greasing the
Changing the
32).
Servicing the Spark Plug(s)
Servicing the Battery
use an alcohol-based stabilizer (ethanol or
methanol).
Note:
A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most
effective when you mix it with fresh fuel and
use it at all times.
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 using a pump-type syphon.
D.
Start the engine and run it until it shuts off.
E.
Choke the engine.
F.
Start and run the engine until it does not
start again.
G.
Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle it
according to local codes.
Important:
Do not store fuel containing
stabilizer/conditioner longer than the
duration recommended by the fuel-stabilizer
manufacturer.
13.
Check and adjust the track tension; refer to
Servicing the Tracks (page
14.
Check and tighten all fasteners. Repair or
replace any worn, damaged, or missing parts.
15.
Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces with
paint s 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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37).
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