Adding Fuel; Checking The Engine Oil Level - Toro 74268TE Operator's Manual

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.
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 startability 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.
Filling the Fuel Tank
1. Shut the engine off and set the parking brake.
2. Clean around each fuel tank cap and remove the cap.
Add fuel to both fuel tanks, until the level is 1/4 to
1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) below the bottom of the filler
neck. This space in the tank allows the fuel to expand.
Do not fill the fuel tanks completely full.
3. Install fuel tank caps securely. Wipe up any fuel that
may have spilled.
4. If possible, fill the fuel tank after each use. This will
minimize possible buildup of condensation inside the
fuel tank.
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 fuel tank or
conditioner opening.
Keep fuel away from eyes and skin.
Danger
In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable
and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel
can burn you and others and can damage
property.
Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area,
when the engine is cold. Wipe up any fuel that
spills.
Never fill the fuel tank inside an enclosed
trailer.
Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add
fuel 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. This empty space in the tank allows
fuel to expand.
Never smoke when handling fuel, and stay away
from an open flame or where fuel fumes may be
ignited by a spark.
Store fuel in an approved container and keep it
out of the reach of children. Never buy more
than a 30-day supply of fuel.
Always place fuel containers on the ground
away from your vehicle before filling.
Do not fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on
a truck or trailer bed because interior carpets
or plastic truck bed liners may insulate the
container and slow the loss of any static charge.
When practical, remove power equipment from
the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment
with its wheels on the ground.
If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a truck or trailer from a portable
container, rather than from a fuel dispenser
nozzle.
If a fuel dispenser nozzle must be used, keep the
nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete.

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
Oil Level, page 39.
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