Using Stabilizer/Conditioner; Filling The Fuel Tank; Checking The Engine Oil Level; Using The Parking Brake - Toro 74585 Operator's Manual

Using Stabilizer/Conditioner

Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the traction unit to
provide the following benefits:
• It keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days
or less. For longer storage it is recommended that
the fuel tank be drained.
• It cleans the engine while it runs
• It eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel
system, which causes hard starting
Important: Do not use fuel additives containing
methanol or ethanol.
Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner
to the gasoline.
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective
when mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the
chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use a fuel
stabilizer/conditioner at all times.

Filling the Fuel Tank

1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop.
2. Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove it.
3. Add unleaded regular gasoline to the fuel tank until
the level is 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) below
the bottom of the filler neck. Do not fill the fuel
tank completely full. Do not fill the fuel tank
completely full.
Note: This space in the tank allows gasoline to
expand.
4. Install the fuel tank cap securely.
5. Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled.

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 in Servicing the Engine Oil in the
Maintenance section.

Using the Parking Brake

Always set the parking brake whenever you stop the
machine or leave it unattended.
Setting the Parking Brake
1. Push the brake pedal (Figure 4) down and hold it.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Slide the parking brake switch over (Figure 5) and
gradually take your foot off the brake pedal.
1. Parking brake switch
Note: The clutch/brake pedal should stay in the
depressed (locked) position.
Releasing the Parking Brake
1. Push down on the brake pedal (Figure 4).
Note: The parking brake lever should release.
2. Gradually release the brake pedal.

Positioning the Seat

The seat can move forward and backward. Position the
seat where you have the best control of the machine
and are most comfortable.
1. Raise the seat and loosen the adjustment knobs
(Figure 6).
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Figure 5