OMM139953

Issue I9

M-GATOR

Utility Vehicle

PIN (001001-)

Introduction

Safety Signs

Controls

Operating Machine

Replacement Parts

Service Machine Safely

Service Interval Chart

Service Engine

Service Transmission

Service Electrical

Service Miscellaneous

Troubleshooting

Storing Machine

Storing Safety

Storing Vehicle

Removing Vehicle From Storage

Assembly

Specifications

Warranty

John Deere Service Literature

QUALITY DOESN'T END WHEN YOU INVEST IN A DEERE

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Storing Machine

Storing Safety

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death. · If it is necessary to run engine in an enclosed area, use an exhaust pipe extension to remove the fumes. Always work in a well ventilated area. · DO NOT store vehicle with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. · Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. · Remove the battery and store it in a cool dry place where it will not freeze, and where children cannot reach it.

Storing Vehicle

MIF

1. Service air cleaner.

2. Change engine oil and filter if needed.

3. Clean engine and engine area.

4. Drain fuel and add back 4 L. (1 gal) of fuel. Then add 0.4 L (12 oz.) of stabilizer/corrosion inhibitor.

5. Add 0.25 L (9 oz.) of corrosion inhibitor to transmission-hydraulic system.

6. Start engine until it reaches operating temperature.

7. Shutoff engine.

8. Close fuel shutoff at fuel tank.

9. Add 0.5 L (16 oz.) more inhibitor to the fuel tank.

10. Add 0.5 L (16 oz.) inhibitor to the engine crankcase at the air filter/breather.

11. Loosen alternator fan belt after it has cooled.

12. Remove and clean batteries. Store in a cool dry place. DO NOT allow batteries to freeze. Keep them charged.

13. Lubricate grease points.

14. Put blocks or stands under vehicle to take weight off tires. Let 1/3 of the air out of tires.

15. Store vehicle in a dry, protected place. If unit is stored outside, put a waterproof cover over it.

Removing Vehicle From Storage

1. Check tire pressure and fill tires with air.

2. Take vehicle off of blocks or support stands.

3. Fill fuel tank.

4. Open fuel shutoff valve at fuel tank.

5. Check engine oil level.

6. Check battery electrolyte level. Charge battery if necessary. Install battery.

7. Lubricate all grease points.

8. Check transaxle oil level.

9. Check belts for wear and damage. Adjust belt tension if required.

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death. Help prevent personal injury or death, if it is necessary to run engine in an enclosed area, remove fumes with an exhaust pipe extension. If an extension pipe is not used, open doors to provide ventilation or use power ventilators designed for this purpose.

10. Run the engine 5 minutes with no engine load.

11. Be sure all shields and guards are in place.