Preparing The Engine - Toro Reelmaster 3555 Operator's Manual

Preparing the Engine

1. Drain the engine oil from the oil pan and install
the drain plug.
2. Remove and discard the oil filter. Install a new
oil filter.
3. Fill the engine with specified motor oil.
4. Start the engine and run it at idle speed for
approximately 2 minutes.
5. Shut off the engine and remove the key.
6. Flush the fuel tank with fresh, clean fuel.
7. Secure all the fuel-system fittings.
8. Thoroughly clean and service the air-cleaner
assembly.
9. Seal the air-cleaner inlet and the exhaust outlet
with weatherproof tape.
10. Check the antifreeze protection and add a
50/50 solution of water and ethylene glycol
antifreeze as needed for the expected minimum
temperature in your area.
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