STORAGE OF THE TRACTOR
WARNING
To avoid personal injury or death:
• Do not clean the tractor while the engine is
operating.
• To avoid the danger of exhaust-fume poisoning,
do not operate the engine in a closed building
without proper ventilation.
• When storing the tractor, remove the starter key
from the key switch to avoid unauthorized
persons from operating the tractor and getting
injured.
STORING THE TRACTOR
If you intend to store your tractor for an extended
period of time, follow the proper storing procedures.
Proper storing procedures will ensure that the tractor is
ready to operate with minimum preparation when it is
removed from storage.
1. Check the bolts and nuts for looseness, and tighten
them if necessary.
2. Apply grease to the areas of the tractor where bare
metal will rust and to pivot areas.
3. Remove the weights from the tractor body.
4. Inflate the tires to a pressure a little higher than
usual.
5. Change the engine oil and operate the engine to
circulate oil throughout the engine block and the
internal moving parts for about 5 minutes.
6. Keep the clutch disengaged.
If the clutch is left engaged for a long period of time,
the clutch plate may rust, causing the
disengagement of clutch impossible when operating
it next time.
a. To keep the clutch disengaged, depress the
clutch pedal and get it locked with the lock pin
as the following figure.
(1) Clutch pedal
(2) Lock pin
(A) Disengage
(B) Lock
7. With all implements lowered to the ground, coat any
exposed hydraulic cylinder-piston rods with grease.
8. Remove the battery from the tractor. Store the
battery following the direction for battery storage.
(See Checking the battery condition on page 113)
9. Keep the tractor in a dry place where the tractor is
sheltered from the elements. Cover the tractor.
10. Store the tractor indoors in a dry area that is
protected from sunlight and excessive heat.
If you must store the tractor outdoors, cover it with a
waterproof tarpaulin.
11. Jack the tractor up and set blocks under the front
and rear axles so that all 4 tires are off the ground.
Keep the tires out of direct sunlight and extreme
heat.
IMPORTANT :
• When washing the tractor, be sure to stop the
engine. Allow sufficient time for the engine to
cool before washing the tractor.
• Cover the tractor after the muffler and the
engine have cooled down.
FLIPPING THE SEAT WITH
FRONT LOADER (IF EQUIPPED
WITH ARMREST KIT)
An armrest kit is available as an option from your
dealer.
If you intend to raise the seat with the front loader and
optional armrest attached, raise the armrest to avoid
contact with the loader valve cover before raising the
seat.
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