Servicing The Engine Oil - Toro 30853 Operator's Manual

Figure 39

Servicing the Engine Oil

Checking the Engine-Oil Level
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
The engine is shipped with oil in the crankcase; however, the
oil level must be checked before and after the engine is first
started.
Crankcase capacity is approximately 5.2 L (5.5 US qt) with
the filter.
Use high-quality engine oil that meets the following
specifications:
•
API Classification Level Required: CH-4, CI-4 or higher
•
Preferred oil: SAE 15W-40 (above -17.8°C (0°F))
•
Alternate oil: SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30 (all temperatures)
Toro Premium Engine oil is available from your distributor in
either 15W-40 or 10W-30 viscosity.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, stop the engine,
set the parking brake, and remove the key from the
ignition switch.
2. Check the engine-oil level
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(Figure 40).