National-mower HYDRO HYD70OM-8/99 User Manual download pdf (Page 22)

HY70OM-8/99

9STORAGE

9.1GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

When you do not plan to use your vehicle for

some time, it should be stored in a dry and protected

place. Unnecessary exposure to the elements may

deteriorate its appearance and shorten the usual service

life.

9.2ENGINE

1. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank and carburetor.

2. Operate the engine until the gasoline in the

carburetor is completely consumed.

Gum will eventually form in the tank, fuel

line, and carburetor if the fuel is not

drained. Gum in the carburetor jets and

passage affects engine starting.

3. While the engine is still warm, drain the oil from the

crankcase and refill with fresh oil. Refer to the

engine manual for specific instructions.

4. After engine has cooled, remove the spark plugs

and put about one tablespoon of SAE 30 oil into the

cylinder.

5. Clean exterior of engine. Paint the exposed metal or

coat it with a light coating of rust preventative oil.

9.3BATTERY

1. Remove battery and clean it, refer to Manufacturers

manual for specific instructions. Also refer to 8.3

and 8.4 in the Maintenance Section of this manual.

2. Maintenance-free batteries should be stored in an

upright position in a cool, dry place. Storage above

80° F (26.7°C) greatly increases self-discharge. If

wet batteries are discharged, the electrolyte will

freeze when stored below 20° F(-7° C).

The battery should be checked every 60

to 90 days while in storage, and should

be recharged if necessary.

9.4TRACTOR

Wash, clean and completely lubricate the

tractor. Paint exposed metal with National Mower paint.

9.5TIRES

1. Before storing the vehicle, clean the tires

thoroughly.

2. Jack up the vehicle so that the load is off the tires.

If it is not jacked up, check the tires at regular

intervals and re-inflate as necessary to keep them

at the recommended pressure.

3. Store the vehicle so that tires are protected from

the sunlight.

9.6STARTING THE ENGINE

AFTER STORAGE

1. Check and recharge the battery according to

recommendations given by battery manufacturer.

a.Refer to Section 8.3 in this manual.

b.Reinstall the battery.

2. Check oil level in crankcase and hydraulic oil tank.

3. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. Check fuel

filter.

4. Remove the spark plug and wipe dry. Crank the

engine (with spark plug removed), using starter,

until excess oil has been expelled through the

spark plug hole. Replace the plug and connect the

ignition lead wires.

5. Before driving the vehicle, check to make certain

that the tires are properly inflated to the proper

pressure.

6. Either move the vehicle outside before starting

engine or keep doors and/or windows wide open to

provide sufficient ventilation to prevent danger from

carbon monoxide gas in the exhaust. Start the

engine but do not operate at high speed

immediately after starting. Allow time for it to

become properly warmed and lubricated.

IMPORTANT

1 2 ... 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 ... 50 51

Comments to this Manuals

No comments

National-mower HYDRO HYD70OM-8/99 User Manual Page 22

Comments to this Manuals

Related products and manuals for Gardening equipment National-mower HYDRO HYD70OM-8/99