Smithco Diesel Super Rake 17-001-B (sn 2564 – 2620) Parts & Service Manual - Manual (Page 12)

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Service
STORAGE
Engines stored over 30 days need to be protected or drained of fuel to prevent gum from forming in a fuel sys-
tem.
1. Drain the coolant in the radiator. Open the cock at the bottom of the radiator and remove the pressure
caps to drain water completely. Leave the cock open. Hang a note written "No Water" on the pressure
caps. Since water may freeze when the temperature drops below 32°F (0°C), it is very important that no
water is left in the machine.
2. Always set the accelerator lever on "Stop". Should the decompression lever be pushed and compression
reduced while the engine stopped, starting the next time may be not only difficult but impossible.
3. Remove dirty engine oil, fill with new oil and run the engine for about 5 minutes to let the oil penetrate to
all the parts.
4. Check all the bolts and nuts, tighten if necessary.
5. Remove the battery from the engine, recharge it and adjust the electrolyte level. Store the battery in a dry
and dark place.