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Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.
Think Safety First
Please carefully read all of the safety instructions
and symbols in the safety section. Knowing this
information could help you or bystanders avoid injury.
The use of protective equipment, such as but not
limited to, for eyes, ears, feet, and head is recommended.
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.
Checking the Engine Oil
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the
engine oil.
The engine is shipped with oil in the crankcase;
however, the oil level must be checked before and after
the engine is first started.
Crankcase capacity is approximately 2 qt (1.4 l) with
the filter.
Use high-quality engine oil that meets the following
specifications:
API Classification Level Required: SJ, SK, SL or higher.
Preferred oil: SAE 10W–30 (above 0 degrees F)
Alternate oil: SAE 5W–30 (below 32 degrees F)
Toro Premium Engine oil is available from your
distributor in 10W–30 viscosity. See the parts catalog
for part numbers.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, stop the engine
and remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. Remove the dipstick from the oil filler neck
(Figure 8) and wipe it with a clean rag. Insert the
dipstick into the filler neck and make sure it is seated
fully. Pull the dipstick from the filler neck and check
the oil level. If the oil level is low, add enough oil to
raise the level to the FULL mark on the dipstick
1. Dipstick
2. Oil fill cap
Note: If the oil level is at the ADD mark on the
dipstick, add 1 quart of oil to raise the oil level to
FULL. Do not overfill.
3. Remove the cap from the oil fill. Pour oil into the
oil fill until the level is at the FULL mark on the
dipstick.
Important: The aerator operates at very
high engine loads, so check the oil level every
8 operating hours or daily. A new engine
may consume some oil until it is broken in.
Initially, change the oil after the first 25 hours of
operation; thereafter, under normal conditions,
change the oil and filter after every 100 hours
of operation. Change the oil more frequently
when the engine is operated in extremely dusty
or dirty conditions.
Filling the Gas Tank
We recommend the use of fresh, clean, unleaded regular
grade gasoline. Unleaded gasoline burns cleaner,
extends engine life, and promotes good starting by
reducing the build-up of combustion chamber deposits.
Note: Do not mix oil with the gasoline. Never use
methanol, gasoline containing methanol, gasohol,
gasoline additives, premium gasoline, or white gas
because engine and fuel system damage could result.
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Figure 8
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