Adding Fuel - Toro 07385 Workman HDX-D Operator's Manual

Figure 16
1. Note clearance
6. Install the dipstick firmly in place (Figure 15).
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Adding Fuel

Fuel-tank capacity: 22 L (5.85 US gallons).
Use only clean, fresh diesel fuel or biodiesel fuels with low
(<500 ppm) or ultra-low (<15 ppm) sulfur content. The
minimum cetane rating should be 40. Purchase fuel in
quantities that can be used within 180 days to ensure fuel
freshness.
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Use summer grade diesel fuel (No. 2-D) at temperatures
above -7°C (20°F) and winter grade (No. 1-D or No.
1-D/2-D blend) below that temperature.
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Use of winter grade fuel at lower temperatures provides
lower flash point and cold flow characteristics which will
ease starting and reduce fuel filter plugging.
Note: Use of summer grade fuel above -7°C (20°F) will
contribute toward longer fuel pump life and increased power
compared to winter grade fuel.
Important: Do not use kerosene or gasoline instead of
diesel fuel. Failure to observe this caution will damage
the engine.
WARNING
Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term
exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and
illness.
• Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
• Keep your face away from the nozzle and gas
tank or conditioner opening.
• Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin.
DANGER
Under certain conditions, diesel fuel and fuel
vapors are highly flammable and explosive. A fire
or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and
can cause property damage.
• Before removing the fuel tank cap, make sure
that the vehicle is positioned on a level surface.
Open fuel tank cap slowly.
• Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors, in
an open area, when the engine is off and is cold.
Wipe up any fuel that spills.
• Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add fuel
to the fuel tank until the level is 25 mm (1 inch)
below the bottom of the filler neck. This empty
space in the tank allows the fuel to expand.
• Never smoke when handling fuel, and stay away
from an open flame or where fuel fumes may be
ignited by a spark.
• Store fuel in a clean, safety-approved container
and keep the cap in place.