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Checking the Brake Fluid
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the brake
fluid level.
Every 1,000 hours/Every 2 years (whichever comes
first)—Change the brake fluid.
The brake fluid reservoir is shipped from the factory filled
with DOT 3 brake fluid. Check the level before the engine is
first started and every 8 hours or daily, thereafter.
The brake fluid reservoir is located under the dash.
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. The fluid level should be up to the Full line on the
reservoir (Figure 21).
1. Brake fluid reservoir
3. If the fluid level is low, clean the area around the cap,
remove the reservoir cap, and fill the reservoir to the
proper level. Do not overfill.
Note: You can remove the hood access to the reservoir from
the front of the machine (Figure 22).
Figure 21
1. Brake fluid reservoir
Pre–starting Checks
Safe operation begins before taking the vehicle out for a day's
work. You should check these items each time:
•
Check the tire pressure.
Note: These tires are different than car tires, they require
less pressure to minimize turf compaction and damage.
•
Check all fluid levels and add the appropriate amount of
Toro specified fluids, if any are found to be low.
•
Check the front of the radiator. Remove any debris and
clean the radiator screen.
•
Check the brake pedal operation.
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Check to see that the lights are working.
•
Turn the steering wheel to the left and right to check the
steering response.
•
Stop the engine and wit for moving parts to stop, then
check for oil leaks, loose parts, and any other noticeable
malfunctions.
If any of the above items are not correct, notify your mechanic
or check with your supervisor before taking the vehicle out
for the day. Your supervisor may want you to check other
items on a daily basis, so ask what your responsibilities are.
Starting the Engine
1. Sit on the operator's seat and engage the parking brake.
2. Disengage the PTO and high flow hydraulics (if so
equipped) and move the hand throttle lever to the Off
position (if so equipped).
3. Move the shift lever to the Neutral position and press
the clutch pedal.
22
Figure 22
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