Operation; Think Safety First; Checking The Engine Oil - Toro 04520 Operator's Manual

Operation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.

Think Safety First

Carefully read all safety instructions and symbols in the
safety section. Knowing this information could help you or
bystanders avoid injury.
DANGER
Operating the machine on wet grass or steep slopes
can cause sliding and loss of control.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on
slopes.
• Do not operate the machine near water.
DANGER
Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers,
which may result in serious injury, death, or
drowning.
Do not operate the machine near drop-offs.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels that can cause
hearing loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
Use protective equipment for eyes, ears, hands, feet, and head.
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1. Wear eye protection.

Checking the Engine Oil

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
The engine is shipped with 3.7 L (3.9 US qt) (w/filter) of oil
in the crankcase; however, you must check the oil level before
and after starting the engine the first time.
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2. Wear hearing protection.
Use high-quality engine oil that meets the following
specifications:
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API Classification Level Required: CH–4, CI–4 or higher.
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Preferred oil: SAE 10W–30
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Alternate oil: SAE 15W–40
Toro Premium Engine oil is available from your distributor in
the 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 F
ULL
Important: Keep the engine oil level between the upper
and lower limits on the oil gauge; the engine may fail if
you run it with too much or too little oil.
1. Position the machine on a level surface.
2. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag
(Figure 21).
Important: Remove the dipstick while filling the
engine with oil. When adding engine oil or filling
oil, there must be clearance between the oil fill
device and the oil fill hole in the valve cover as
shown in Figure
to permit venting when filling, which prevents oil
from overrunning into breather.
1. Note clearance
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mark. Do not overfill.
20. This clearance is necessary
Figure 20