Toro MB TX 2500 Operator's Manual page 36

Changing the Hydraulic Fluid for
the Lift System
Service Interval: Every 300 hours
1. Park the machine on a level surface, move
the motion-control levers to the N
position, engage the parking brake, raise the
hopper, and install the cylinder lock.
2. Shut off the machine and remove the key. Allow
the machine to cool completely.
3. Remove the filler cap from the reservoir tank
(Figure 50).
CAUTION
The hydraulic breather/filler cap is
designed to pressurize the reservoir to
34 kPa (5 psi).
Loosen the cap slowly to avoid injury
whenever adding oil or working on the
hydraulic system. Use a wrench on the
hex directly under the cap.
4. Place a large drain pan under the fittings at the
bottom of the reservoir tank.
5. Disconnect a hose fitting and allow the fluid to
drain into the pan.
6. When finished, install and tighten the fitting.
Note:
Dispose of the used fluid at a certified
recycling center.
7. Fill the reservoir tank with approximately 2.2 L
(2.3 US quarts) and install the filler cap.
8. Remove the cylinder lock.
9. Start the engine. Raise and lower the hopper 3
times to fill the cylinder and hoses with fluid.
10. Raise the hopper and install the cylinder lock.
11. Shut off the engine.
12. Add 0.60 L (20 fl oz) of hydraulic fluid and install
the filler cap.
Note:
The fluid level should be at the Cold fill
line. Do not fill past this line.
13. Remove the cylinder lock.
14. Start the engine. Raise and lower the hopper
several times to remove air from the system.
Replacing the Hydraulic Filter for
the Lift System
Service Interval: Every 300 hours
Important:
filter or severe hydraulic system damage may
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EUTRAL OCK
result.
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Do not substitute an automotive oil
Park the machine on a level surface, move
the motion-control levers to the N
position, engage the parking brake, raise the
hopper, and install the cylinder lock.
Shut off the engine, and remove the key. Allow
the engine to cool.
Replace the filter as shown in
Figure 52
Start the engine and let it run for about 2 minutes
to purge air from the system.
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EUTRAL LOCK
Figure 52.
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