Adding Fuel - Toro 30344 Operator's Manual

Note: Toro will not assume responsibility for damage
caused by improper substitutions, so use only products
from reputable manufacturers who will stand behind their
recommendation.
Material Properties:
Viscosity, ASTM D445
Viscosity Index ASTM
D2270
Pour Point, ASTM D97
Industry Specifications:
API GL-4, AGCO Powerfluid 821 XL, Ford New Holland
FNHA-2-C-201.00, Kubota UDT, John Deere J20C,
Vickers 35VQ25, and Volvo WB-101/BM
Note: Many hydraulic fluids are almost colorless, making it
difficult to spot leaks. A red dye additive for the hydraulic
system oil is available in 20 ml (2/3 oz) bottles. One bottle is
sufficient for 15-22 1iters (4-6 gallons) of hydraulic oil. Order
part number 44-2500 from your authorized Toro distributor.
1. Position machine on a level surface. Place all control
in neutral position and start the engine. Run engine at
lowest possible RPM to purge the system of air. Do
not engage the PTO. Cycle steering wheel several
times fully to the left and right. Raise the deck to
extend lift cylinders, aiming steering wheels straight
forward and stop the engine.
2. Remove dipstick cap (Figure 25) from filler neck and
wipe it with a clean rag. Screw dipstick cap finger-tight
onto filler neck; then remove it and check level of fluid.
If level is not within 13 mm (1/2 inch) from the groove
in the dipstick, add enough high quality hydraulic fluid
to raise level to groove mark. Do not overfill.
1. Hydraulic system reservoir fluid/add dipstick cap
3. Thread dipstick fill cap finger-tight onto filler neck. It
is not recommended to tighten cap with a wrench.
4. Check all hoses and fittings for leaks.
cSt @ 40°C 55 to 62
cSt @ 100°C 9.1 to 9.8
140 to 152
-35°F to -46°F
Figure 25

Adding Fuel

Fuel tank capacity: 72 liters (12.8 US gallons)
Use only clean, fresh diesel fuel or biodiesel fuels with low
(<500 ppm) or ultra low (<15 ppm) sulfur content. The
minimum cetane rating should be 40. Purchase fuel in
quantities that can be used within 180 days to ensure fuel
freshness.
Use summer grade diesel fuel (No. 2-D) at temperatures
above 20° F (-7° C) and winter grade (No. 1-D or No.
1-D/2-D blend) below that temperature. Use of winter grade
fuel at lower temperatures provides lower flash point and
cold flow characteristics which will ease starting and reduce
fuel filter plugging.
Use of summer grade fuel above 20° F (-7° C) will contribute
toward longer fuel pump life and increased power compared
to winter grade fuel.
Important: Do not use kerosene or gasoline instead of
diesel fuel. Failure to observe this caution will damage
the engine.
WARNING
Fuel 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 opening.
• Keep fuel away from eyes and skin.
Biodiesel Ready
This machine can also use a biodiesel blended fuel of up
to B20 (20% biodiesel, 80% petrodiesel). The petrodiesel
portion should be low or ultra low sulfur. Observe the
following precautions:
•
The biodiesel portion of the fuel must meet specification
ASTM D6751 or EN14214.
•
The blended fuel composition should meet ASTM D975
or EN590.
•
Painted surfaces may be damaged by biodiesel blends.
•
Use B5 (biodiesel content of 5%) or lesser blends in cold
weather.
•
Monitor seals, hoses, gaskets in contact with fuel as they
may be degraded over time.
•
Fuel filter plugging may be expected for a time after
converting to biodiesel blends.
•
Contact your distributor if you wish for more information
on biodiesel.
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