Place Tractor in Storage

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.

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

1. Lower hitch.

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

   Do not add BioDiesel fuel if placing tractor in storage.

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

   (Final Tier 4 and Stage IV Engines only. To determine which engine your tractor is equipped with, see Engine Serial Number in Identification Numbers section of this Operator's Manual.) Long-term storage of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) in vehicle (over 6 months) is not recommended. If long-term storage is necessary, periodic testing of DEF is recommended to ensure that urea concentration does not fall out of specification.

4. Final Tier 4 and Stage IV tractors: Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) has a limited shelf life, but may be stored in vehicle for as long as 6 months, depending upon storage conditions. See Storing DEF in Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) section of this Operator’s Manual. If draining DEF tank is necessary, see Draining DEF Tank in Fuel, Lubricants and Coolant section of this Operator’s Manual for proper procedure.

5. 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.

   (Final Tier 4 and Stage IV Engines only. To determine which engine your tractor is equipped with, see Engine Serial Number in Identification Numbers section of this Operator's Manual.) Do not disconnect battery until Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) system has had enough time to automatically purge system of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) . If adequate time is not allowed for system to be purged, any DEF remaining can crystallize and plug system. At temperatures below -15° C (5° F), unpurged DEF will freeze and damage system components. If equipped with a battery disconnect system, a light next to disconnect system is illuminated while auto-purge is in progress. It shuts off when complete and safe to disconnect the battery.

   If tractor is not equipped with battery disconnect switch, wait at least 4 minutes after tractor stops before disconnecting battery.

6. Remove and store batteries in a cool, dry location. Keep batteries charged.¹

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

8. Lubricate all grease fittings.

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 or tracks off the ground and/or cover them to protect from heat and sunlight.