Operation; Starting/Stopping Engine; Bleeding Fuel System - Toro 30241 Operator's Manual

–Hour Meter
The hour meter (Fig. 28) registers accumulated hours of
engine operation.
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Light
The light illuminates and engine shuts down when coolant
reaches a excessively high temperature (Fig. 28).
Glow Plug Indicator
When lit, indicates glow plugs are on (Fig. 28).
Charge Indicator
Illuminates when system charging circuit malfunctions
(Fig. 28).
Oil Pressure Warning Light
The oil pressure warning light (Fig. 28) glows when oil
pressure in engine drops below a safe level. If low oil
pressure ever occurs, stop engine and determine the cause.
Repair the damage before starting the engine again.
LIft Lever Lock
Lock lift lever (Fig. 28), in raised position, when
performing maintenance on cutting unit.
Seat Adjusting Handle – Standard Seat
To adjust seat, loosen adjusting knobs and slide seat to
desired position. Tighten knobs to lock seat in place.
Seat Adjusting Handle — Deluxe Seat
To adjust seat, move lever on left side outward, slide seat to
desired position and release lever so it will lock in track.

Operation

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

Starting/Stopping Engine

Important The fuel system must be bled if any of the
following situation have occurred.
A. Initial start up of a new machine.
B. Engine has ceased running due to lack of fuel.
C. Maintenance has been performed upon fuel system
components; i.e., filter replaced, separator serviced, etc.
Refer to Bleeding The Fuel System.
1. Ensure parking brake is set, PTO switch is in OFF
position and lift lever is in TRANSPORT or FLOAT
position. Remove foot from traction pedal and insure it
is in neutral.
2. Move throttle control to full FAST position.
3. Turn ignition switch to ON / Preheat position. An
automatic timer will control preheat for 6 seconds.
After preheat, turn key to START position. CRANK
ENGINE FOR NO LONGER THAN 15 SECONDS.
Release key when engine starts. If additional preheat is
required, turn key to OFF position then to ON / preheat
position. Repeat process as required.
4. Run engine at idle speed or partial throttle until engine
warms up.
Note: Move throttle to FAST position when restarting a
warm engine.
5. When engine is started for the first time, or after engine
oil change, or overhaul of engine, transmission or axle,
operate the machine in forward and reverse for one to
two minutes. Also operate the lift lever and PTO lever
to assure proper operation of all parts. Turn power
steering wheel to the left and right to check steering
response. Then shut engine off and check fluid levels,
check for oil leaks, loose parts and any other noticeable
malfunctions.
Caution
Shut engine off and wait for all moving parts to
stop before checking for oil leaks, loose parts or
other malfunctions.
6. To stop engine, move throttle control backward to
SLOW position, move PTO switch to OFF position and
rotate ignition key to OFF. Remove key from switch to
prevent accidental starting.

Bleeding Fuel System

1. Park the machine on a level surface. Make sure fuel
tank is at least half full.
2. Unlatch and raise hood.
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