OMM144042

Issue D0

Lawn and Garden Tractors

425 and 445

Serial No. (070001 -)

Introduction

Product Identification

Safety

Operating

Replacement Parts

Service Interval Chart

Service Lubrication

Service Engine

Service Transmission

Service Electrical

Service Miscellaneous

Troubleshooting

Storing Machine

Storage Safety

Preparing Engine for Storage

Storing the Tractor

Removing the Vehicle From Storage

Assembly

Specifications

Warranty

John Deere Quality Statement

Service Record

Copyright© Deere & Company

Storing Machine

Storage Safety

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death. · If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, use an exhaust pipe extension to remove the fumes. Always try to 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.

Preparing Engine for Storage

1. Put John Deere Gasoline Storage Stabilizer or an equivalent in the fuel tank. Follow the directions on the container.

2. Run engine for at least 10 minutes to make sure stabilizer gets into carburetor.

3. Change engine oil when engine is warm.

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 five or six times to distribute oil.

7. Clean the engine and engine compartment.

Storing the Tractor

1. Remove the battery. Clean it. Check the electrolyte level. Charge the battery. Store the battery in a cool, dry place where it will not freeze.

2. Repair worn or damaged parts. Replace parts if necessary. Tighten loose hardware.

3. Check if air cleaner needs servicing.

4. Wash the tractor.

5. Paint scratched or chipped areas to prevent rust.

6. Lubricate all grease points.

7. Release hydraulic pressure: Move hydraulic control levers back and forth.

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

9. Put blocks or support stands under vehicle to take weight off tires. Reduce tire air pressure.

Removing the Vehicle From Storage

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1. Restore tire air pressure.

2. Take tractor off of the blocks or support stands.

3. Fill fuel tank. Check engine oil level.

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

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5. Check spark plug gap. Install and tighten plugs to 20 N·m (15 lb-ft).

6. Check transaxle oil level.

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