Cub Cadet 431D - Manual (Page 17)

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Storage
• Stop the vehicle on a level surface and apply
parking brake.
• Allow vehicle to cool.
• Replace all worn, damaged, or missing parts and
tighten loose hardware as needed.
• Wash the vehicle and clean inside the engine
compartment and under the cargo box.
• Run engine for several minutes to dry belts,
pulleys, and other moving parts.
• Clean and polish metal and plastic surfaces.
• Apply light coat of oil to pivot and wear points to
prevent rust.
• Lubricate grease points.
• Replace fuel filter if needed. See engine manual.
• Change engine oil and filter. See engine manual.
• Drain all old fuel from tank.
Prepare fuel system for storage.
If planning to store vehicle with fuel tank empty:
• Add a small quantity of fresh stabilized fuel to tank.
Run engine until it runs out of fuel. This will circulate
fuel mixture through engine.
If planning to store vehicle with fuel in the tank:
• Fill tank completely with fresh stabilized fuel to
prevent condensation build-up. Run engine for
several minutes to circulate fuel mixture through
engine.
• Turn the ignition key to the STOP position and
remove the key.
• Remove and clean battery. See Battery in Service
Section.
• Store battery in a cool, dry place. Fully charge
battery periodically during storage to maintain its
longevity.
• Support vehicle safely on blocks or stands to take
weight off tires. Reduce 1/3 air from tires.
• Cover vehicle with waterproof cover if stored
outside.
SECTION 5: SERVICE CHART
Before
Each
Use
First
10 Hours
Every
50 Hours
Every
100 Hours
Every
500 Hrs
or 2 years
Check Engine Oil
(1st change 25 hrs.)
#
Check Transaxle Oil
Change Transaxle Oil ##
Tighten Wheel Bolts
Check Drive Belt
Grease Front Steering Spindle
Check Interlock Switch System
Replace Interlock Switch
## Change at the first 50 hours then again at 500 hours.
# Change at the first 25 hours then again every 100 hours. See the Kohler Engine manual for details.