Operation; Checking The Engine Oil Level; Adding Fuel - Toro 07385 Operator's Manual

Operation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
CAUTION
Before servicing or making adjustments to the
machine, stop the engine, set the parking brake,
and remove the key from the switch. Remove any
load material from the bed or other attachment
before working under a raised bed. Never work
under a raised bed without positioning the safety
support on a fully extended cylinder rod.

Checking the Engine Oil Level

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
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 additional oil is required.
The engine uses any Detergent diesel engine oil (API service
CH-4 or higher). Choose a viscosity according to the table
in Figure 14.
Figure 14
1. Position the machine on a level surface.
2. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag. Insert
the dipstick into the tube and make sure it is seated
fully. Remove dipstick and check the level of the oil.
3. If the oil level is low, remove the filler cap (Figure 15)
and add enough oil to raise the level to the Full mark
on the dipstick.
1. Filler cap
4. Install the dipstick firmly in place.

Adding Fuel

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.
Fuel tank capacity: 22 l (5.85 gallons).
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. 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.
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.
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Figure 15