Draining The Fuel Tank; Cleaning And Storage - Toro 22303 Operator's Manual

Draining the Fuel Tank

POTENTIAL HAZARD
In certain conditions fuel is extremely
flammable and highly explosive.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you,
others, and cause property damage.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Drain fuel from the fuel tanks when the
engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open
area. Wipe up any fuel that spills.
Never drain fuel near an open flame or
where fumes may be ignited by a spark.
Never smoke while handling fuel.
1. Park the traction unit on a level surface, to
ensure that the fuel tanks drain completely.
2. Lower the loader arms and stop the engine.
Remove the key.
3. Shut off the fuel valve on the bottom of the fuel
tank (Fig. 31).
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Figure 31
1. Fuel valve
4. Open the rear access cover; refer to Opening the
Rear Access Cover, page 27.
5. Loosen the hose clamp at the fuel filter and slide
it up the fuel line away from the filter.
6. Pull the fuel line off of the fuel filter, open the
fuel valves, and allow the fuel to drain into a fuel
can or drain pan.
Note:
7. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter.
8. Slide the hose clamp close to the fuel filter to
secure the fuel line.
9. Close the rear access cover.
10. Open the fuel valve on the bottom of the fuel
tank.

Cleaning and Storage

1. Lower the loader arms and stop the engine.
Remove the key.
2. Remove dirt and grime from the external parts of
the entire traction unit, especially the engine.
Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of the
engine.
IMPORTANT: You can wash the traction unit
with mild detergent and water. Do not
pressure wash the traction unit. Avoid
excessive use of water, especially near the
control panel, engine, hydraulic pumps, and
motors.
3. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner, page 28.
4. Grease the traction unit; refer to Greasing the
Traction Unit, page 28.
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5. Change the crankcase oil; refer to Servicing the
Engine Oil, page 30.
6. Check the tire pressure; refer to Tire Pressure,
page 16.
7. Charge the battery; refer to Servicing the Battery,
page 31.
8. Flush the fuel tank with fresh, clean diesel fuel
9. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair or replace any part that is damaged.
Now is the best time to install a new
fuel filter because the fuel tank is
empty.
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