Operation; Before Operating - Toro 30605 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,
check the oil level before and after you start the engine for
the first time.
The crankcase capacity is 5.7 L (6 qt) with the filter.
Use high-quality engine oil that meets the following
specifications:
•
API Classification Level Required: CH-4, CI-4 or higher.
•
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
bring the oil level to the
FULL
oil level is between the
FULL
oil is required.
1. Park the machine on a level surface and 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 mark
FULL
mark on the dipstick, add oil to
mark. Do not overfill. If the
and marks, no additional
ADD
(Figure 8).
1. Dipstick
4. If the oil is below the
(Figure 8) and add oil until the level reaches the
mark. Do not overfill.
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 the level of coolant at the beginning of each day.
Capacity of system is 8.5 L (9 qt) for the Groundsmaster 4000
and 20 L (14.5 qt) for the Groundsmaster 4010.
1. Carefully remove the radiator cap and expansion-tank
cap (Figure 9).
CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the
pressurized, hot coolant can escape and cause
burns.
• Do not open the radiator cap when the
engine is running.
• Use a rag when opening the radiator cap,
and open the cap slowly to allow steam to
escape.
2. Check the coolant level in the radiator.
Note: The radiator should be filled to the top of the
filler neck and the expansion tank filled to the
mark.
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Figure 8
2. Oil-fill cap
mark, remove the fill cap
FULL
FULL
FULL