Operation; Before Operating - Toro 30447N 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.
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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