Placing Tractor in Storage

IMPORTANT: If tractor will not be used for more than three months, the following recommendations for storage and removal from storage will minimize corrosion and deterioration.

NOTE: Whenever possible store tractor in a building or under a roof to avoid damage resulting from prolonged exposure to the elements.

Use Engine Storage Kit available from your John Deere dealer.

1. Lower hitch.

2. Change engine oil and replace filter (if required).

   NOTE: Do not add bio-diesel fuel if placing tractor in storage.

3. Add corrosion inhibitor to engine crankcase.

4. Add corrosion inhibitor to the transmission-hydraulic system.

5. Pour corrosion inhibitor into intake system.

6. Drain fuel tank and add back approximately 19 L (5 gal) of fuel.

7. Using plastic bags and either tape or tie-bands, seal air inlets and exhaust, crankcase vent tube, radiator overflow hose, and transmission-hydraulic system fill cap.

8. Crank engine a few revolutions.

9. Remove and store batteries in a cool dry location—(keep batteries charged).¹

10. Coat all exposed (machined) metal surfaces such as lift cylinders and steering cylinder rods with light coat of grease.

11. Lubricate all grease fittings.

12. Release tension on auxiliary drive belt and remove belt from air conditioner pulley.

If tractor must be stored outside, follow these additional precautions.

1. Cover instrument panel, control levers and seat with sheets of material or cardboard to protect against sun rays.

2. Thoroughly clean tractor touching up any scratched or chipped painted surfaces.

3. Wax or cover entire tractor with waterproof material.

4. Raise tires off the ground and/or cover them to protect from heat and sunlight.