Operation; Checking The Engine-Oil Level - Toro LT3340 Operator's Manual

Operation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
CAUTION
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone
could accidently start the engine and seriously
injure you or other bystanders.
Lower the cutting units to the ground, set the
parking brake and remove the key from the ignition
switch before servicing or making adjustments to
the machine.

Checking the Engine-Oil Level

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
The engine is shipped with oil in the crankcase; however, the
oil level must be checked before and after the engine is first
started.
Crankcase capacity: approximately 6.0 L (6.3 US qt) with
the filter
Use high-quality engine oil that meets the following
specifications:
•
API Classification Level Required: CH-4, CI-4 or higher
•
Preferred oil: SAE 15W-40 (above 0 degrees F)
•
Alternate oil: SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30 (all temperatures)
Toro Premium Engine oil is available from your distributor in
either 15W-40 or 10W-30 viscosity.
Note: The best time to check the engine oil is when the
engine is cool before it has been started for the day. If it has
already been run, allow the oil to drain back down to the
sump for at least 10 minutes before checking. If the oil level
is at or below the add mark on the dipstick, add oil to bring
the oil level to the full mark. Do not overfill the crankcase.
If the oil level is between the full and add marks, no oil
addition is required.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, stop the engine,
set the parking brake and remove the key from the
ignition switch.
2. Open the hood.
3. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and install it
(Figure 26).
1. Dipstick
4. Remove dipstick and check oil level on dipstick.
The oil level should be up to the Full mark .
5. If the oil level is below the Full mark, remove the fill
cap (Figure 27) and add oil until level reaches the Full
mark on dipstick. Do not overfill.
1. Oil fill cap
6. Install the oil fill cap and close the hood.
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Figure 26
Figure 27