Operation; Adding Fuel - Toro Z Master Professional 5000 Series Operator's Manual

Operation

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

Adding 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).
•
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 which may not be covered under
warranty.
•
Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
•
Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel
containers over the winter unless a fuel stabilizer
is used.
•
Do not add oil to gasoline.
DANGER
In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline can burn you and
others and can damage property.
• Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area,
when the engine is cold. Wipe up any
gasoline that spills.
• Never fill the fuel tank inside an enclosed
trailer.
• Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add
gasoline 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 gasoline to expand.
• Never smoke when handling gasoline, and
stay away from an open flame or where
gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.
• Store gasoline in an approved container
and keep it out of the reach of children.
Never buy more than a 30-day supply of
gasoline.
• Do not operate without the entire exhaust
system in place and in proper working
condition.
DANGER
In certain conditions during fueling, static
electricity can cause a spark which can ignite
the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from
gasoline can burn you and others and can
damage property.
• Always place gasoline containers on the
ground away from your vehicle before
filling.
• Do not fill gasoline containers inside a
vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed, because
interior carpets or plastic truck-bed liners
may insulate the container and slow the
loss of any static charge.
• When practical, remove gas-powered
equipment from the truck or trailer and
fuel the equipment with the wheels on the
ground.
If this is not possible, then fuel such
equipment on a truck or trailer from a
portable container, rather than from a
gasoline-dispenser nozzle.
• If a gasoline dispenser must be used, keep
the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank or container opening at all times
until fueling is complete.
WARNING
Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed.
Long-term exposure to vapors can cause
serious injury and illness.
• Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
• Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank
or conditioner bottle opening.
• Avoid contact with skin; wash off spills
with soap and water.
Using Fuel Stabilizer/Conditioner
Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to
keep the fuel fresh during storage of 90 days or less.
If you are storing the machine for longer, drain the fuel
tank; refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank (page
Important:
Do not use fuel additives containing
methanol or ethanol.
Add the correct amount of fuel stabilizer/conditioner to
the fuel, and follow the directions of the manufacturer.
Note:
Fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective
when mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the
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