Performing Daily Maintenance; Starting The Engine - Toro STX-38 Operator's Manual

Filling the Fuel Tank
1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage
the parking brake (if applicable), and lower the
hydraulic lift.
2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and allow
the engine to cool.
3. Clean around the fuel-tank cap and remove it
(Figure 17).
Figure 17
1. Fuel-tank cap
2. Fuel gauge
4. Fill the tank with fuel to about 6 to 13 mm (1/4 to
1/2 inch) below the bottom of the filler neck.
Important:
This space in the tank allows
fuel to expand. Do not fill the fuel tank
completely full.
5. Install the fuel-tank cap securely.
6. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
Performing Daily
Maintenance
Before starting the machine each day, perform the
Each Use/Daily procedures listed in
(page 20).

Starting the Engine

1.
1. Key
2.
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Move the throttle lever midway between the
S and F positions
LOW AST
Figure 18
Turn the key to the O
N
When the engine starts, release the key.
Important:
Do not engage the starter for
more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine
fails to start, allow a 30-second cooldown
period between attempts. Failure to follow
these instructions can burn out the starter
motor.
Move the throttle lever to the desired setting
(Figure 18).
Important:
If the engine is run at high
speeds when the hydraulic system is cold
(i.e., when the ambient air temperature is
near freezing or lower), hydraulic system
damage could occur. When starting the
engine in cold conditions, allow the engine
to run in the middle throttle position for
2 to 5 minutes before moving the throttle
to fast (rabbit). At normal to high ambient
temperatures, run the machine at full throttle
for the best performance and cooling.
Note:
If the outdoor temperature is below
freezing, store the machine in a garage to keep
it warmer and aid in starting.
(Figure 18).
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2. Throttle lever
position (Figure 18).