Checking The Tire Pressure; Starting And Stopping The Engine; Driving The Traction Unit - Toro 22318 Operator's Manual

1. Filler neck cap
6. If the level is low, add enough fluid to raise it to the
proper level.
7. Install the cap on the filler neck.
8. Remove and store the cylinder locks and lower the
loader arms.

Checking the Tire Pressure

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Maintain the air pressure in the tires as specified. Check the
tires when they are cold to get the most accurate reading.
Pressure: 15-20 psi
Note: Use a lower tire pressure (15 psi) when operating in
sandy soil conditions to provide better traction in the loose
soil.
1. Valve stem
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
Starting the Engine
1. Stand on the platform.
2. Ensure that the auxiliary hydraulics lever is in neutral.
3. Move the choke lever fully forward if you are starting a
cold engine.
Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking.
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2. Dipstick
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4. Move the throttle lever midway between slow (turtle)
and fast (rabbit) positions.
5. Turn the ignition key to the start position. When the
engines starts, release the key.
Important: Do not engage the starter for more
than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to
start, allow a 30 second cool-down period between
attempts. Failure to follow these instructions can
burn out the starter motor.
6. After the engine starts, gradually move the choke
rearward. If the engine stalls or hesitates, move the
choke forward again until the engine warms up.
7. Move the throttle lever to desired setting.
Important: If you run the engine at high speeds
when the hydraulic system is cold (i.e., when the
ambient air temperature is near freezing or lower),
hydraulic system damage could occur. When
starting the engine in cold conditions, allow the
engine to run in the middle throttle position for
2 to 5 minutes before moving the throttle to fast
(rabbit).
Note: If outdoor temperature is below freezing, store
the traction unit in a garage to keep it warmer and aid
in starting.
Stopping the Engine
1. Move the throttle lever 3/4 of the way to the Fast
position.
2. Lower the loader arms to the ground.
3. Turn the ignition key off.
Note: If the engine has been working hard or is hot,
let it run for a minute before turning the ignition key
off. This helps cool the engine before it is stopped. In
an emergency, the engine may be stopped immediately.

Driving the Traction Unit

The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured
in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle lever in the
fast (rabbit) position for best performance.
Note: The throttle position can be utilized to operate at
slower speeds.
To drive the traction unit, complete the following actions as
necessary:
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To move forward, move the traction control levers
forward.
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To move rearward, move the traction control levers
rearward.
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To go straight, move both traction control levers equally.
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