Textron Company Jacobsen GreensAire 24 Manual Tecnico página 23

7.12 PUSHROD INSTALLATION __________________________________________________
Whenever the push rods are removed for service or
replaced, a pushrod installation tool (A) (Jacobsen Part
No. 517693) is required to prevent damage to triple lip
seals. [See Figure 7B]
7.13 STORAGE ________________________________________________________________
General
1. Wash the aerator thoroughly and lubricate. Repair and
paint damaged or exposed metal.
aerator . Tighten all hardware and replace
2. Inspect the
worn or damaged components.
3. Clean the tires thoroughly and store the
load is off the tires. If
check tires at regular intervals and inflate as
necessary.
4. Keep the aerator and all its accessories clean, dry,
and protected from the elements during storage. Never
aerator near an open flame or spark which
store the
could ignite fuel or fuel vapors.
Engine
1. While the engine is warm, remove the drain plug and
drain the oil from the crankcase. Install drain plug and
refill with fresh oil. Let engine cool before storing.
2. Clean exterior of engine. Paint exposed metal or apply
a light coat of rust preventative oil.
For engine protection Jacobsen recommends the use of a
fuel additive such as STABIL ®. Mix additive following
instructions on container. Run engine for a short time to
circulate additive through carburetor.
Disconnect spark plug wire. Remove spark plug and pour 1
oz. (30 ml) of engine oil into cylinder. Replace spark plug
and crank slowly (do not start) to distribute oil in cylinder.
Rotate crankshaft slowly until piston is at top of stroke.
If storing indoors, drain fuel from tank.
Note: Do not use fuel with ethanol during storage.
aerator so the
aerator is not on jack stands,
MAINTENANCE
Aerator Mechanism
1. Remove and thoroughly clean tines. Coat tines lightly
with oil to prevent rust.
2. Clean pushrods and coat lightly with oil.
3. Lower aerator head to relieve hydraulic system
pressure.
After Storage
1. Check or service air cleaner.
2. Check oil levels in the engine crankcase and hydraulic
system.
3. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel.
4. Make certain that the tires are properly inflated.
5. Remove all oil from the tines and push rods.
6. Connect spark plug wire. Start and operate the engine
at 1/2 throttle. Allow enough time for the engine to
become properly warmed and lubricated.
!
WARNING
Never operate the engine without proper ventilation.
Exhaust fumes can be fatal when inhaled.
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A
Figure 7B
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