Operation; Checking The Engine Oil Level; Filling The Fuel Tank With; Gasoline - Toro 22168 Operator's Manual

Operation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.
Each time before you mow, make sure that the
self-propel drive and the blade control bar operate
properly. When you release the blade control bar,
the blade and self-propel drive should stop. If they
do not, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
This machine produces sound levels in
excess of 85dBA at the operator's ear and
can cause hearing loss through extended
periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating
this machine.
Figure 8
1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
Checking the Engine Oil
Level
Before each use, ensure that the oil level is between
the lower limit and upper limit marks on the
dipstick (Figure 9).
Figure 9
1. Dipstick
2. Upper limit mark
If the oil level is below the lower limit mark, add
oil. Refer to Filling the Crankcase with Oil.
3. Lower limit mark

Filling the Fuel Tank with

Gasoline

For best results, use clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline
with an octane rating of 87 or higher. To ensure
freshness, purchase only the quantity of gasoline
that you expect to use in 30 days. Using unleaded
gasoline results in fewer combustion deposits and
longer engine life. You may use leaded gasoline if
unleaded gasoline is not available.
Important: Do not add oil to the gasoline.
Important: Do not use methanol, gasoline
containing methanol, gasohol containing
more than 10% ethanol, premium gasoline, or
white gas. Using these fuels can damage the
engine's fuel system.
Important: Do not use gasoline that has
been stored more than 30 days old.
In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline can burn you and
others and can damage property.
• Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open
area, and when the engine is cold. Wipe
up any gasoline that spills.
• Do not fill the fuel tank completely full.
Add gasoline to the fuel tank until the
level is 1/4 to 1/2 in. (6 to 13 mm) below
the bottom of the filler neck. This empty
space in the tank allows the gasoline to
expand.
• Never smoke when handling gasoline,
and stay away from an open flame or
where a spark may ignite the gasoline
fumes.
• Store gasoline in an approved fuel
container and keep it out of the reach of
children.
• Never buy more than a 30-day supply of
gasoline.
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