User Manual

ENGINE STORAGE
should be sealed off with
moisture-resistant tape.
13. Apply a non-friction rust
preventive compound to all
exposed engine parts. If
convenient, apply the rust
preventive compound to the
engine flyw heel. If not, disengage
the clutch mechanism to prevent
the clutch disc from sticking to
the flywheel.
NOTE:
Do not apply oil, grease or any
wax-base compound to the flywheel.
Thecastironwillabsorbthese
substances, which can “sweat” out
during ope ratio n and cause the clutch
to slip.
14. Drain the engine cooling system.
15. Drain the preservative oil from
the engine crankcase. Reinstall
and torque the 3/4” – 14 square,
magneticdrainplugto45–50
N·m(33–37lb-ft).
16. Remove and clean the battery
and battery cables with a baking
soda-water solution and rinse
with fresh water. Do not allow
thesodasolutiontoenterthe
battery. Add distilled water to
the electrolyte (if necessary) and
fully charge the battery. Store the
battery in a cool (never below 0°
C or 32° F) dry place. Keep the
battery fully charged and check
the level and specific gravity of
the e lect rolyte reg ular ly.
17. Insert heavy paper strips between
the pulleys and drive belts to
prevent sticking.
18. Seal all e ngine o penings,
including the exhaust outlet,
with moisture-resistant tape. Use
cardboard, plywood or metal
covers where practical.
19. Clean and dry the exterior painted
surfaces of the engine and spray
with a suitable liquid automobile
body wax, a synth etic resin
varnish, or a rust preventive
compound.
20. Pro tect the engine with a good
weather-resistant tarpaulin and
store it under cover, preferably
in a dry building which can be
heated during th e winter months.
Outdoor storage of the engine is not
recommended. If units must be kept
out of doors, f ollow the preparation
and storage instructions already
given. Protect units with quality,
weather-resistant tarp aulins (or other
suitable covers) arranged to provide
for air circulation.
124 All information subject to change without notice. (Rev. 01/04)
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