Checking The Engine-Oil Level; Breaking In A New Machine; Think Safety First; Operating The Parking Brake - Toro GrandStand 74549 Operator's Manual

of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer
at all times.
Filling the Fuel Tank
1. Shut the engine off and set the parking brake.
2. Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove the cap.
Add unleaded regular gasoline to the fuel tank, until the
level is 6 to 13 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch) below the bottom
of the filler neck. This space in the tank allows the
gasoline to expand. Do not fill the fuel tank completely
full.
3. Install the fuel tank cap securely. Wipe up any gasoline
that may have spilled.

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 Engine-oil
Level (page 34).

Breaking in a New Machine

New engines take time to develop full power. Mower decks
and drive systems have higher friction when new, placing
additional load on the engine. Allow 40 to 50 hours of
break-in time for new machines to develop full power and
best performance.

Think Safety First

Carefully read all the safety instructions and decals in the
safety section. Knowing this information could help you or
any bystanders avoid injury.
The use of protective equipment for eyes, hearing, feet and
head is recommended.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85 dBA at the operator's ear and can cause hearing
loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears, feet, and head
is recommended.
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1. Wear safety glasses
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Figure 8
2. Wear hearing protection

Operating the Parking Brake

Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or
leave it unattended. Before each use, check the parking brake
for proper operation.
If the parking brake does not hold securely, adjust it; refer to
Servicing the Brake (page 45).
CAUTION
Children or bystanders may be injured if they
move or attempt to operate the machine while it is
unattended.
Always remove the ignition key and set the parking
brake when leaving the machine unattended, even
if just for a few minutes.
Setting the Parking Brake
Pull the parking brake lever rearward and over into engaged
position (Figure 9).
1. Parking brake engaged
Releasing the Parking Brake
Pull the brake lever back and over into the slot and push the
parking brake lever forward.
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Figure 9
2. Parking brake released