Toro 30487N Operator's Manual page 39

3. Remove the dipstick
install the dipstick. Remove the dipstick and check the
oil level.
The oil level should be up to the Full mark on the
dipstick.
1. Dipstick
4. If the oil level is below the Full mark, remove the fill
cap (Figure 40) and add oil until the level reaches the
Full mark on the dipstick.
Important: Do not overfill.
Note: Use a clean funnel to prevent spills.
5. Install the oil fill cap.
6. Close the hood.
Changing the Engine Oil And Filter
Service Interval: After the first 50 hours
Every 150 hours
Change the oil and filter initially after first 50 hours of
operation and then every 150 hours of operation thereafter. If
possible, run the engine just before changing the oil because
warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants than
cold oil.
1. Position the machine on a level surface.
2. Open the hood.
3. Set a drain pan under the oil pan and in line with the
drain plug (Figure
(Figure 40), wipe it clean, and
Figure 40
2. Oil fill
41).
1. Oil filter
4. Clean the area around the drain plug.
5. Remove the drain plug and allow the oil to flow into
drain pan.
6. Remove and replace the oil filter
7. After the oil is drained, install the drain plug and wipe
up any oil that is spilled.
8. Fill the crankcase with oil; refer to Checking the Engine
Oil Level.
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Figure 41
2. Drain plug
(Figure 41).