Bleeding The Hydraulic System - Toro 30299TE Operator's Manual

3. Remove cap\dipstick from filler neck and wipe with a
clean rag. Insert cap\dipstick and seat cap all the way
into filler neck; then remove and check fluid level.
Fluid level should be in between marks on dipstick.
4. If level is low, add fluid to raise level to full mark.
5. Install cap\dipstick onto filler neck.
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Figure 31
1. Hydraulic tank cap
Replacing the Hydraulic Filter
Change the hydraulic filter:
• After the first 8 operating hours.
• After every 200 operating hours.
1. Position machine on a level surface, stop the engine,
and remove key from ignition switch.
Important Do not substitute automotive oil filter or
severe hydraulic system damage may result.
2. Place drain pan under filter, remove the old filter and
wipe the filter adapter gasket surface (Fig. 32).
Note: Make sure fluid is completely drained before
installing new filter.
Figure 32
1. Hydraulic filter
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2. Fuel tank cap\dipstick
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3. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on the
replacement filter (Fig. 33).
4. Install replacement hydraulic filter onto the filter
adapter. Turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber
gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter
an additional 1/2 turn (Fig. 33).
5. Start engine and let run for about two minutes to purge
air from the system. Stop the engine and check for
leaks. If one or both wheels will not drive, refer
Bleeding Hydraulic System, page 31.
6. Check fluid level in hydraulic tank and add to raise
level to FULL mark on dipstick. Do Not over fill.
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Figure 33
1. Hydraulic filter
2. Gasket

Bleeding the Hydraulic System

The traction system is self bleeding, however, it may be
necessary to bleed the system if fluid is changed or after
work is performed on the system.
1. Raise the rear of machine until wheels are off the floor
and support with jack stands.
2. Start the engine and run at idle speed. Engage traction
on one side and spin the wheel by hand.
3. When the wheel begins to spin on its own, keep it
engaged until wheel drives smoothly. (minimum
2 minute)
4. Check hydraulic fluid level as it drops and add as
required to maintain level.
5. Repeat procedure on opposite wheel.
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3. Adapter