Preparing Machine for Storage

1. Clean machine thoroughly, inside and out. (See Clean Vehicle Of Hazardous Chemicals, Including Pesticides in this section.)

2. Clean and flush solution system. (See Cleaning Solution System in this section.)

3. Open pipe plug on solution pump to remove any chemicals.

4. Remove, clean and install fill strainer, boom supply line strainer(s) and flowmeter(s).

5. Remove and clean nozzle tips and screens. Store tips and screens off the machine, in a dry place.

6. Prepare foam marker system for cold weather. (See Preparing Foam Marker System For Cold Weather Storage in this section.)

7. Add approximately 76-114 L (20-30 gal) of appropriate mixture of SPRAY MASTER Winterizer Fluid. Following manufacturers directions, mix SPRAY MASTER Winterizer Fluid at the correct ratio to protect the solution system down to the lowest expected temperature.

8. Start machine and operate spray system until winterizer fluid mixture comes out of spray nozzles. Be sure to circulate mixture through entire solution system, including optional devices (fence row nozzle(s) and eductor). Operate pressure valve to send solution through rinse balls.

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9. Drain the following tanks:

  • Rinse tank-Drain by removing band clamp (A) between tee (B) and suction valve (C). Angle tee down to let water drain.
  • Hand rinse bottle-Empty through valve.


A-Clamp
B-Tee
C-Suction Valve

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10. Remove monitor (A) and store in a warm, dry place.


A-Monitor

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11. Replace hydrostatic filters (A) and hydraulic filter (B).


A-Hydrostatic Filters
B-Hydraulic Filter

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12. Drain planetary hubs (A). (See Change Planetary Hub Oil in the Lubrication And Maintenance section).

13. Fill planetary hub oil to proper level.

14. Lubricate all grease fittings. Apply grease to exposed area of hydraulic cylinder rods and chrome suspension rods.

15. Paint as necessary to prevent rust.

16. Treat exposed surfaces with coating TY25396 to prevent corrosion and rust.

17. Block machine up to take weight off tires. Do not deflate tires.

causym CAUTION: DO NOT use gasoline for washing. Gasoline is highly flammable and can ignite if exposed to sparks or open flame, causing a fire which can cause serious injury or death to you or others.

18. Wash engine using a safe solvent.

19. Remove, clean and install air cleaner elements.

20. With engine warm, drain oil from crankcase. Replace oil filter and fill crankcase to proper level.

21. Drain and flush cooling system (engine block and radiator).

NOTE: (For warm weather climates) If antifreeze has not and will not be added in engine, be sure to remove plug to drain engine oil cooler. Add clean soft water with John Deere Summer Engine Coolant Conditioner, or equivalent, in place of antifreeze.

22. Fill cooling system with antifreeze, to proper level. Use antifreeze that does not contain stop-leak additives.

23. Operate engine at slow idle for a few minutes to circulate coolant and crankcase oil.

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24. Remove batteries and store in a warm, dry area.

25. Seal the following openings with tape and/or plastic bags.

  • Exhaust pipe
  • Air cleaner intake
  • Engine dipstick tube
  • Engine oil fill tube
  • Crankcase breather tube

26. Leave a note in the cab detailing what was done for winter protection so that the next person to use the machine will know what kind of preparation is needed for field operation.

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