Operator's Manual
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Storage
Traction Unit
1. Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting unit and the
engine, paying special attention to these areas:
• radiator and radiator screen
• underneath the cutting unit
• under the cutting unit belt covers
• counterbalance springs
• P.T.O. Shaft Assembly
• all grease fittings and pivot points
• remove control panel and clean out inside of the control
box
• beneath seat plate and top of transmission
2. Check the tire pressure. Inflate all traction unit tires to
20 psi.
3. Remove, sharpen and balance the cutting unit’s blades.
Reinstall the blades and torque the blade fasteners to
85-110 ft-lb (115-149 Nm).
4. Check all fasteners for looseness; tighten as necessary.
5. Grease or oil all grease fittings, pivot points, and
transmission by-pass valve pins. Wipe off 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 recharge the battery for 24 hours every 60
days to prevent lead sulfation of the battery.
Engine
1. Drain the engine oil from the oil pan and replace the
drain plug.
2. Remove and discard the oil filter. Install a new filter.
3. Refill the engine with 3.2 quarts (3 l) of recommended
motor oil. Refer to Changing Crankcase Oil.
4. Start the engine and run at idle speed for two minutes.
5. Thoroughly clean and service the air cleaner assembly.
6. Seal the air cleaner inlet and the exhaust outlet with
weather proof masking tape.
7. Check the oil filler cap and fuel tank cap to ensure they
are securely in place.