Checking The Engine Oil Level; Think Safety First - Toro 74408 Operator's Manual

Important: Do not use fuel additives containing
methanol or ethanol.
Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner
to the gas.
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective
when mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the
chance 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 each fuel tank cap and remove the cap.
3. Add unleaded regular gasoline to both fuel tanks,
until the level is 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 mm to 13 mm)
below the bottom of the filler neck.
This space in the tank allows gasoline to expand.
Do not fill the fuel tanks completely full.
4. Install fuel tank caps securely.
5. 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
Oil Level in , page

Think Safety First

Please read all safety instructions and symbols in the
safety section. Knowing this information could help
you or bystanders avoid injury.
Operating on wet grass or steep slopes can
cause sliding and loss of control.
Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers,
which may result in serious injury, death or
drowning.
To avoid loss of control and possibility of
rollover:
• Do not operate near drop-offs or near water.
• Do not operate on slopes greater than
15 degrees.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on
slopes.
• Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
1. Safe Zone-use the Z Master here on slopes less than
15 degrees or flat areas.
2. Use walk behind mower and/or hand trimmer near drop-offs
and water.
3. Water
This machine produces sound levels in excess
of 85 dBA at the operators ear and can cause
hearing loss through extended periods of
exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
Use protective equipment for your eyes, hearing, feet,
and head.
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