Sabre Yard and Garden Tractors
Introduction
Product Identification
Safety
Operating
Replacement Parts
Service Interval Chart
Service Lubrication
Service Engine
Service Transmission
Service Mower
Service Electrical
Service Miscellaneous
Troubleshooting
Storing Machine
Assembly
Specifications
Warranty
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Storing Machine
Storing Safely
Preparing Machine for Storage
1. Repair any worn or damaged parts. Replace parts if necessary. Tighten loose hardware.
3. Paint scratched or chipped metal surfaces to prevent rust.
4. Wash the machine and apply wax to metal and plastic surfaces. (See SERVICE-MISCELLANEOUS section for care of plastic and metal surfaces.)
5. Run machine for five minutes to dry belts and pulleys.
6. Apply light coat of engine oil to pivot and wear points to prevent rust.
8. Make sure tires are properly inflated.
Preparing Engine For Storage
NOTE: Properly preparing your tractor engine for storage will make it easier to start the following season. Engine storage procedure should be used if vehicle is not used for longer than 60 days.
There are two satisfactory methods of preparing the engine for storage: running the engine completely dry of fuel, or filling the fuel tank with a mixture of fresh fuel and fuel stabilizer.
Running engine dry of fuel:
NOTE: Try to anticipate the last time the tractor will be used for the season so very little fuel is left in the fuel tank.
1. Park tractor in a well-ventilated area.
2. Engage park brake and disengage PTO.
3. Turn on engine and allow to run until it runs out of fuel.
5. Continue with Preparing Engine.
Add fuel and stabilizer mixture to tank:
1. Park tractor in a well-ventilated area.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Be sure fuel is fresh when adding fuel stabilizer. Fuel stabilizers are ineffective when added to fuels that are more than 30 days old. |
2. Mix fresh fuel and fuel stabilizer in separate container. Follow stabilizer instructions for mixing.
NOTE: Filling the fuel tank reduces the amount of air in the fuel tank and helps reduce deterioration of fuel.
3. Fill fuel tank with stabilized fuel.
4. Run engine for a few minutes to allow fuel mixture to circulate through carburetor.
5. Continue with Preparing Engine.
Preparing Engine:
1. Change engine oil and filter while engine is warm.
2. Service air filter if necessary.
3. Clean debris from engine air intake screen.
4. Remove spark plugs. Put 30 mL (1 oz.) of clean engine oil in cylinders.
5. Install spark plugs, but DO NOT connect spark plug wires.
6. Crank the engine for approximately five seconds to allow oil to be distributed.
7. Clean the engine and engine compartment.
9. Clean the battery and battery posts.
NOTE: The stored battery should be recharged every 90 days.
10. Charge the battery. (See Charging Battery in the SERVICE - ELECTRICAL section.)
11. Store the battery in a cool, dry place where it will not freeze.
12. Store the vehicle in a dry, protected place. If vehicle is stored outside, put a waterproof cover over it.
Removing Machine From Storage
1. Check tire pressure. (See Checking Tire Pressure in Service - Miscellaneous section.)
2. Fill fuel tank. Check engine oil level.
3. Take machine off of blocks or support stands.
4. Charge battery if necessary. Install battery. (See Removing and Installing the Battery in the SERVICE-ELECTRICAL section.)
5. Check spark plug gap. Install and tighten spark plug to 20 Nˇm (15 lb-ft).
6. Lubricate all grease points.
7. Run the engine 5 minutes without the mower or any attachments running to allow oil to be distributed throughout engine.