Operation - Toro Groundsmaster 4300-D Operator's Manual

Operation

Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.
CAUTION
If you leave the key in the ignition switch,
someone could accidently start the engine
and seriously injure you or other bystanders.
Lower the cutting decks to the ground, set the
parking brake and remove the key from the
ignition switch before servicing or making
adjustments to the machine.
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
Checking the Cooling
System
Clean debris off of the screen, oil cooler, and front
of the radiator daily and more often if conditions
are extremely dusty and dirty. Refer to the section
on Removing Debris from the Cooling System in
Maintenance.
The cooling system is filled with a 50/50 solution
of water and permanent ethylene glycol antifreeze.
Check the level of coolant in the expansion tank at
the beginning of each day before starting the engine.
The capacity of the cooling system is 9.5 liters (10.0
quarts).
CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the
pressurized, hot coolant can escape and
cause burns.
• Do not open the radiator cap when the
engine is running.
• Use a rag when opening the radiator cap,
and open the cap slowly to allow steam to
escape.
1. Check the level of coolant in the expansion tank
(Figure 12).
The coolant level should be between the marks
on the side of the tank.
1. Expansion tank
2.
3.
41).
Filling the Fuel Tank
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
• Keep fuel away from eyes and skin.
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Figure 12
If the coolant level is low, remove the expansion
tank cap and replenish the system. Do not
overfill.
Install the expansion tank cap.
WARNING
or conditioner opening.
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