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 drain cock to drain solution pump to remove any chemicals.

4. Remove, clean and install suction strainer, in-line strainers (if equipped) and flowmeter.

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 procedure in this section.

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

8. Start machine and operate spray system until water/antifreeze mixture comes out of spray nozzles. Be sure to circulate mixture through entire solution system, including optional devices (fence row nozzle(s)). Operate valve for pressure manifold.

9. Drain the following tanks:

  • Rinse tank-Drain through quick-fill on rinse tank.
  • Hand rinse bottle-Empty through valve.

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

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

12. Put 75 mL (2.5 oz) of corrosion inhibitor into hydraulic reservoir.

13. Cycle all hydraulic functions to distribute corrosion inhibitor to all components.

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14. Drain planetary hubs (A). (See Change Planetary Hub Oil in Lubrication and Maintenance section).

15. Put 30 mL (1 oz) of corrosion inhibitor in each planetary hub and fill oil to proper level.

16. Drive machine to distribute corrosion inhibitor.

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

18. Paint as necessary to prevent rust.

19. 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.

20. Wash engine using a safe solvent.

21. Remove, clean and install air cleaner elements.

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

23. 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.

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

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

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

27. Seal the following openings with tape and/or plastic bags to prevent loss of corrosion prohibitor vapors.

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

28. Leave 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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