Farm King 500 Operator And Parts Manual - Important

Maintenance - 500, 600, 660

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Storage And Return To Service

Storage

Sometimes it may be necessary to store your Farm 

King snowblower for an extended period of time. 

Below is a list of items to perform before storage.

IMPORTANT

DO NOT permit children to play on or around 

the stored machine.

•  Thoroughly wash the machine with a pressure 

washer or water hose to remove all dirt, mud, debris 

or residue.

•  Lubricate all bushings to remove any water residue 

from washing.

•  Remove any material that has become entangled 

around any moving part.

•  Place hydraulic hoses or electrical connector (if 

applicable) in the storage brackets.

•  Inspect the hitch and all welds on the equipment for 

wear and damage.

•  Check for loose hardware, missing guards, or 

damaged parts.

•  Check for damaged or missing safety signs (decals). 

Replace if necessary.

•  Replace worn or damaged parts.

•  Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent 

rusting.

•  Place the equipment in a dry protected shelter.

Note: If a dry protected shelter is not available, 

cover with a waterproof tarp and tie down 

securely.

•  Place the equipment flat on the ground.

•  Support the jack / frame with planks if required.

Return To  Service

After the equipment has been in storage, it is 

necessary to follow a list of items to return the 

equipment to service.

•  Be sure all shields and guards are in place.

•  Lubricate the equipment.

•  Connect to a tractor and operate equipment, verify 

all functions operate correctly.

•  Repair as needed.