Filling The Fuel Tank - Toro 03206 Operator's Manual

Note: Toro Premium Engine oil is available from a
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, you do not need to add oil.
1. Position the machine on a level surface.
2. Remove the dipstick (Figure 32) and wipe it with
a clean rag.
Figure 32
1. Dipstick
3. Push the dipstick down into the dipstick tube and
ensure that it is seated fully, then pull the dipstick
out and check the oil level.
4. If the oil level is low, remove the oil fill cap
(Figure 33) and gradually add small quantities of oil,
checking the level frequently, until the level reaches
the Full mark on the dipstick.
Figure 33
1. Oil fill cap
5. Install the oil fill cap and close the hood.
Important: Be sure to keep the engine oil level
between the upper and lower limits on the oil
gauge. Engine failure may occur as a result of
over filling or under filling the engine oil.

Filling the Fuel Tank

Under certain conditions, diesel fuel and fuel
vapors are highly flammable and explosive. A
fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and
others and can cause property damage.
• Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors,
in an open area, when the engine is off and
is cold. Wipe up any fuel that spills.
• Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add
fuel to the fuel tank until the level is 1/4 to
1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) below the bottom of
the filler neck. This empty space in the tank
allows the fuel to expand.
• Never smoke when handling fuel, and stay
away from an open flame or where fuel
fumes may be ignited by a spark.
• Store fuel in a clean, safety-approved
container and keep the cap in place.
Use only clean, fresh diesel fuel or biodiesel fuels with
low (<500 ppm) or ultra low (<15 ppm) sulfur content.
The minimum cetane rating should be 40. Purchase
fuel in quantities that can be used within 180 days to
ensure fuel freshness.
The fuel tank capacity is approximately 7.5 gallons (28
liters).
Use summer grade diesel fuel (No. 2-D) at temperatures
above 20°F (-7°C) and winter grade (No. 1-D or No.
1-D/2-D blend) below that temperature. Using winter
grade fuel at lower temperatures provides a lower flash
point and cold flow characteristics which will ease
starting and reduce plugging of the fuel filter.
Use of summer grade fuel above 20°F (-7°C) will
contribute toward longer fuel pump life and increased
power compared to winter grade fuel.
Biodiesel Ready
This machine can also use a biodiesel blended fuel
of up to B20 (20% biodiesel, 80% petrodiesel). The
petrodiesel portion should be low or ultra low sulfur.
Observe the following precautions:
• The biodiesel portion of the fuel must meet
specification ASTM D6751 or EN14214.
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