Operation; Before Operating - Toro 30447 Operator's Manual

Operation

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

Before Operating

CAUTION
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone
could accidently start the engine and seriously
injure you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition before you do
any maintenance.
Checking the Engine Oil
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
The engine is shipped with oil in the crankcase;
however, the oil level must be checked before and after
the engine is first started.
The crankcase capacity is 10 qt (9.5 l) with the filter.
Use high-quality engine oil that meets the following
specifications:
• API Classification Level Required: CH-4, CI-4 or
higher.
• Preferred oil: SAE 15W-40 (above 0° F)
• Alternate oil: SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30 (all
temperatures)
Toro Premium Engine Oil is available from your
distributor in either 15W-40 or 10W-30 viscosity. See
the parts catalog for part numbers.
Note: The best time to check the engine oil is when the
engine is cool before it has been started for the day. If
it has already been run, allow the oil to drain back down
to the sump for at least 10 minutes before checking.
If the oil level is at or below the "add" mark on the
dipstick, add oil to bring the oil level to the "full" mark.
DO NOT OVERFILL. If the oil level is between the
"full" and "add" marks, no oil addition is required.
1. Park the machine on a level surface. Unlock the
engine cover latches.
2. Open the engine cover.
3. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, install the
dipstick into the tube, and pull it out again. The oil
level should be up to the FULL mark (Figure 8).
1. Dipstick
4. If the oil is below the Full mark, remove the fill cap
(Figure 9) and add oil until the level reaches the Full
mark. Do not overfill.
1. Oil fill cap
Note: When using different oil, drain all old oil
from the crankcase before adding new oil.
5. Install the oil fill cap and dipstick.
6. Close the engine cover and secure it with the latches.
Checking the Cooling System
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Check level of coolant at the beginning of each day.
Capacity of system is 13 qts.(12.3 l).
1. Carefully remove the radiator cap and expansion
tank cap (Figure 10).
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Figure 8
Figure 9