Operation; Adding Fuel - Toro 30381 Operator's Manual

Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge (Figure 7) indicates the quantity of fuel
remaining in the fuel tanks.
1. Fuel gauge
Figure 7

Operation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.

Adding Fuel

The engine runs on clean, fresh diesel fuel with
a minimum octane rating of 40. Purchase fuel in
quantities that can be used within 30 days to ensure
fuel freshness.
Combined tank capacity: 11.5 US gallons (43.5 l)
Use summer grade diesel fuel (No. 2-D) at temperatures
above 20° F (-7° C) and winter grade diesel fuel
(No. 1-D or No. 1-D/2-D blend) below 20° F
(-7° C). Use of winter grade diesel fuel at lower
temperatures provides lower flash point and pour point
characteristics, therefore easing starting and lessening
chances of chemical separation of the fuel due to lower
temperatures (wax appearance, which may plug filters).
Use of summer grade diesel fuel above 20° F (-7° C) will
contribute toward longer life of the pump components.
Important: Do not use kerosene or gasoline
instead of diesel fuel. Failure to observe this
caution will damage the engine.
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.
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