Husqvarna LT125 Owner's Manual

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24STORAGEImmediately prepare your tractor for storage at the endof the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 daysor more.WARNING: Never store the tractor withgasoline in the tank inside a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flameor spark. Allow the engine to cool beforestoring in any enclosure.TRACTORRemove mower from tractor for winter storage. When moweris to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, removeall dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.• Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING” in the Mainte-nance section of this manual).• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-place ment instructions in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this manual).• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of thismanual.• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securelyfastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakageand wear. Replace if necessary.• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sandlightly before painting.BATTERY• Fully charge the battery for storage.• After a period of time in storage, battery may requirerecharging.• To help prevent corrosion and power leakage duringlong periods of storage, battery cables should be dis-connected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TOCLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in the Mainte-nance section of this manual).• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and placecables where they cannot come in contact with batteryterminals.• If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do notstore battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.ENGINEFUEL SYSTEMIMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITSFROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCHAS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANKDURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THATALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USINGETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICHLEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURINGSTORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEMOF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.• Drain the fuel tank.• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines andcarburetor are empty.• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in thefuel tank or permanent damage may occur.• Use fresh fuel next season.NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini-mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container.Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer toallow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drainthe gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.ENGINE OILDrain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean en-gine oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section ofthis manual).CYLINDER(S)• Remove spark plug(s).• Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) intocylinder(s).• Turn ignition key to “START” position for a few secondsto distribute oil.• Replace with new spark plug(s).OTHER• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.• If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it togive protection from dust and dirt.• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover thatdoes not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plasticcannot breathe which allows condensation to form andwill cause your tractor to rust.IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE ANDEXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.