Storing Tractor

IMPORTANT: Any time tractor will not be used for several months, use this procedure to minimize corrosion and deterioration.

1. Service air cleaner (A). (See Servicing Air Cleaner in Service section.)

2. If coolant has been in tractor for two years, flush cooling system (B). (See Flushing Cooling System in Service section.) Add 50 percent antifreeze water mixture. Test coolant for adequate cold weather protection.

3. Change engine oil and filter (D). (See Change Engine Oil and Filter in Service-250 Hours section.)

4. Drain fuel and add back 4 L of fuel. Then add 0.4 L of corrosion inhibitor.


A-Air Cleaner
B-Cooling System
C-Engine Oil Drain Plug
D-Engine Oil Filter

PY4442

Air cleaner

PY4495

Cooling system

PY5953

Engine oil and filter

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5. Add 0.25 L of corrosion inhibitor to transmission-hydraulic system fill port (E).

6. Depress clutch and start engine. Run engine until it reaches operating temperature. Also raise and lower rockshaft several times. Shut off engine.


E-Transmission-Hydraulic System Fill Port

PY4443

Hydraulic fill port

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7. Add 0.5 L more inhibitor to fuel tank at filler cap (A).

8. Add 0.5 L inhibitor to engine oil at filler (B).

9. Remove boot (C) and disconnect fuel shut-off solenoid wiring lead (D). This will prevent engine from starting while cranking.

10. Remove air intake hose at manifold. Pour 0.1 L inhibitor into manifold and replace hose. Pull hand throttle back to slow idle position. Crank engine only a few revolutions.

11. Loosen alternator/fan belt after they have cooled.

12. Remove and clean battery. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep it charged. 1

13. Tie or block clutch pedal in the disengaged position.

14. Coat exposed bare (no paint) metal surfaces with grease or a corrosion inhibitor.


A-Fuel Tank Filler Cap
B-Engine Oil Filler
C-Boot
D-Fuel Shut-off Solenoid Wiring Lead

PY5851

Fuel Tank

PY4374

Engine Oil Fill

PY6024

Fuel Injection Pump

1Disconnect battery ground cable for short-term storage periods (20 to 90 days).

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15. Use tape to seal air inlet hole (A), dust unloader valve (C), exhaust pipe, crankcase filler (B), fuel caps, and transmission-hydraulic system filler cap (D).

16. Cover dash with opaque material to prevent gauges from fading.

17. Raise tires off ground. Protect them from heat and sunlight.

18. Thoroughly clean tractor. Touch up any painted surfaces that are scratched or chipped.

19. If tractor must be stored outside, cover it with a waterproof material.


A-Air Cleaner Inlet Hole
B-Crankcase Filler
C-Dust Unloader Valve
D-Hydraulic Oil Filler Port

PY4550

Air cleaner

PY4374

Engine Oil Fill

PY6552

Hydraulic fill port

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