Checking The Engine-Oil Level; Breaking In A New Machine; Using The Rollover Protection System (Rops) - Toro Z Master Professional 5000 Series Operator's Manual

1. Cylinder brackets
2. Mounting pin
Important:
The valves and gauges may
not function properly if the LPG tank is not
installed correctly.
12. Latch the cylinder brackets and ensure that the
tank is securely fastened to the mower.
13. Carefully connect the fuel hose. Ensure the
hose is not kinked.
14. Slowly open the fuel valve to equalize the
pressure in the tank.
Note:
If the fuel valve is opened too quickly,
the pressure-relief valve is equipped with a back
pressure check valve that will shut off the fuel
supply. If this happens, close the fuel valve
completely and wait 5 seconds.
15. Check for leaks as described in
LPG System (page
Checking the Engine-Oil
Level
Before you start the engine and use the machine,
check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to
Checking the 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 break-in time for new machines to
develop full power and best performance.
Figure 8
3. Center hole
Inspecting the
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Using the Rollover
Protection System (ROPS)
WARNING
To avoid injury or death from rollover: keep
the roll bar in the fully raised locked position
and use the seat belt.
Ensure that the seat is secured to the
machine.
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WARNING
There is no rollover protection when the roll
bar is in the down position.
• Lower the roll bar only when absolutely
necessary.
• Do not wear the seat belt when the roll bar
is in the down position.
• Drive slowly and carefully.
• Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance
permits.
• Check carefully for overhead clearances
(i.e., branches, doorways, electrical wires)
before driving under any objects and do
not contact them.
Important:
Lower the roll bar only when
absolutely necessary.
Important:
Ensure that the seat is secured to
the machine.
1. To lower the roll bar, apply forward pressure to
the upper part of the roll bar.
2. Pull both knobs out and rotate them 90° so they
are not engaged
3. Lower the roll bar to the down position
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