Operation; Before Operation Safety; Checking The Engine-Oil Level - Toro Reelmaster 3100-D Series Operator's Manual

Operation

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

Before Operation Safety

General Safety
•
Never allow children or untrained people to
operate or service the machine. Local regulations
may restrict the age of the operator. The owner
is responsible for training all operators and
mechanics.
•
Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
•
Know how to stop the machine and shut off the
engine quickly.
•
Check that operator-presence controls, safety
switches, and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate the machine unless they
are functioning properly.
•
Before mowing, always inspect the machine to
ensure that the blades, blade bolts, and cutting
assemblies are in good working condition.
Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets
to preserve balance.
•
Inspect the area where you will use the machine
and remove all objects that the machine could
throw.
Fuel Safety
•
Use extreme care in handling fuel. It is flammable
and its vapors are explosive.
•
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
•
Use only an approved fuel container.
•
Do not remove the fuel cap or fill the fuel tank
while the engine is running or hot.
•
Do not add or drain the fuel in an enclosed space.
•
Do not store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or other appliance.
•
If you spill fuel, do not attempt to start the engine;
avoid creating any source of ignition until the fuel
vapors have dissipated.
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 3.8 L (4.0
US qt) 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 -17ºC (0ºF))
•
Alternate oil: SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30 (all
temperatures)
Note:
Toro Premium Engine oil is available from a
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, you do not need to add oil.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, lower the
cutting units, shut off the engine, engage the
parking brake, and remove the key from the
ignition switch.
2. Remove the dipstick
a clean rag.
1. Dipstick
3. Push the dipstick down into the dipstick tube
and ensure that it is seated fully, then pull the
dipstick out and check the oil level.
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(Figure 36) and wipe it with
Figure 36
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