Operation; Checking The Engine Oil Level; Checking The Cooling System - Toro 30873 Operator's Manual

Operation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85 dBA at the operator's ear and can cause hearing
loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
CAUTION
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone
could accidently start the engine and seriously
injure you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition before you do any
maintenance.

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.
The crankcase capacity is approximately 5.7 liters (6 qts.) 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°F)
•
Alternate oil: SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30 (all temperatures)
Note: Toro Premium Engine oil is available from your
distributor in either 15W-40 or 10W-30 viscosity. See the
parts catalog for part numbers.
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.
If the oil level is between the 'full' and 'add' marks, no oil
addition is required.
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. Unlock the engine cover latches and open the engine
cover.
3. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, install the dipstick
into the tube, and pull it out again.
The oil level should be in the safe range (Figure 12).
1. Dipstick
4. If the oil is below the safe range, remove the fill cap
(Figure 12) and add oil until the level reaches the FULL
mark. Do not overfill.
Note: When using different oil, drain all old oil from
the crankcase before adding new oil.
5. Install the oil fill cap and dipstick.
6. Close the engine cover and secure it with the latches.

Checking the Cooling System

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Check level of coolant at the beginning of each day. Capacity
of system is 8.5 liters (9 qts.).
1. Carefully remove the radiator cap.
CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the
pressurized, hot coolant can escape and cause
burns.
• Do not open the radiator cap when the
engine is running.
• Use a rag when opening the radiator cap,
and open the cap slowly to allow steam to
escape.
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Figure 12
2. Oil fill cap