Operation; Think Safety First; Checking The Engine Oil Level; Checking The Cooling System - Toro 31598 Operator's Manual

Operation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
CAUTION
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.

Think Safety First

Carefully read all safety instructions and symbols in the
safety section. Knowing this information could help you or
bystanders avoid injury.
DANGER
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.
There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is
down.
Always keep the roll bar in the fully raised and
locked position and use the seat belt.
Read and follow the rollover protection instructions
and warnings.
To avoid loss of control and possibility of rollover:
• Do not operate near drop-offs or near water.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on
slopes.
• Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels that can cause
hearing loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears, hands, feet,
and head is recommended.
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1. Wear safety glasses.

Checking the Engine Oil Level

Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the oil
level in the engine crankcase; refer to
Oil Level (page 27).

Checking the Cooling System

Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the
cooling system; refer to
27).
Checking the Hydraulic
System
Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the
hydraulic system; refer to
Hoses (page 57).

Adding Fuel

Use only clean, fresh diesel fuel or biodiesel fuels with low
(<500 ppm) or ultra low (<15 ppm) sulfur content. The
minimum cetane rating should be 40. Purchase fuel in
quantities that can be used within 180 days to ensure fuel
freshness.
Fuel tank capacity: 132 L (35 US gallons)
Use summer grade diesel fuel (No. 2-D) at temperatures
above -7° C (20° F) and winter grade (No. 1-D or No.
1-D/2-D blend) below that temperature. Use of winter grade
fuel at lower temperatures provides lower flash point and
cold flow characteristics which will ease starting and reduce
fuel filter plugging.
Use of summer grade fuel above -7° C (20° F) will contribute
toward longer fuel pump life and increased power compared
to winter grade fuel.
Important: Do not use kerosene or gasoline instead of
diesel fuel. Failure to observe this caution will damage
the engine.
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2. Wear hearing protection.
Checking the Engine
Checking the Cooling System (page
Checking the Hydraulic Lines and
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