Recommended Fuel; Using Stabilizer/Conditioner; Filling The Fuel Tank; Checking The Engine-Oil Level - Toro TimeCutter SW 5000 Operator's Manual

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Do not operate the machine without the entire exhaust
system in place and in proper working condition.
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Keep the fuel-dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim of
the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling
is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
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If you spill fuel on your clothing, change your clothing
immediately. Wipe up any fuel that spills.
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Never overfill the fuel tank. Replace the fuel cap and
tighten it securely.
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Store fuel in an approved container and keep it out of the
reach of children. Never buy more than a 30-day supply
of fuel.
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Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add fuel to the
fuel tank until the level is 6 to 13 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch)
below the bottom of the filler neck. This empty space in
the tank allows fuel to expand.
– Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
– Keep your face away from the nozzle and fuel tank
opening.
– Avoid contact with skin; wash off spills with soap and
water.

Recommended Fuel

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For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days
old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or
higher ((R+M)/2 rating method).
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Ethanol: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol)
or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume
is acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same.
Gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15) by volume is not
approved for use. Never use gasoline that contains
more than 10% ethanol by volume, such as E15
(contains 15% ethanol), E20 (contains 20% ethanol), or
E85 (contains up to 85% ethanol). Using unapproved
gasoline may cause performance problems and/or engine
damage. Using unapproved gasoline will not be covered
by the product warranty.
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Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
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Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel containers
over the winter unless you use a fuel stabilizer.
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Do not add oil to gasoline.

Using Stabilizer/Conditioner

Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to provide
the following benefits:
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Keeps fuel fresh during storage of 90 days or less (drain
the fuel tank when storing the machine for more than
90 days)
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Cleans the engine while it runs
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Eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel system,
which causes hard starting
Important: Do not use fuel additives containing
methanol or ethanol.
Add the correct amount of fuel stabilizer/conditioner
to the fuel.
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective
when mixed with fresh fuel. To minimize the chance of
varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer at
all times.

Filling the Fuel Tank

1. Park the machine on level ground.
2. Shut off the engine and engage the parking brake.
3. Clean around the fuel-tank cap.
4. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the filler neck
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Note: Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. The
empty space in the tank allows the fuel to expand.
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Checking the Engine-Oil Level

Before you start the engine and use the machine, check
the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to
Engine-Oil Level (page

Breaking in a New Machine

New engines take time to develop full power. Mower decks
and drive systems have higher friction when new, placing
additional load on the engine. Allow 40 to 50 hours of
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