Operation; Think Safety First; Checking The Engine Oil - Toro Greensmaster TriFlex 3420 Operator's Manual

Operation

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

Think Safety First

Carefully read all safety instructions and symbols in
the safety section. Knowing this information could
help you or bystanders avoid injury.
DANGER
Operating the machine on wet grass or steep
slopes can cause sliding and loss of control.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on
slopes.
• Do not operate the machine near water.
DANGER
Wheels dropping over edges can cause
rollovers, which may result in serious injury,
death, or drowning.
Do not operate the machine near drop-offs.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels that can
cause hearing loss through extended periods
of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
Use protective equipment for eyes, ears, hands, feet,
and head.
1. Wear eye protection.

Checking the Engine Oil

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
The engine is shipped with 3.7 L (3.9 US qt) (w/filter)
of oil in the crankcase; however, you must check the
Figure 21
2. Wear hearing protection.
oil level before and after starting the engine the first
time.
Use high-quality engine oil that meets the following
specifications:
•
API Classification Level Required: CH–4, CI–4 or
higher.
•
Preferred oil: SAE 10W–30
•
Alternate oil: SAE 15W–40
Toro Premium Engine oil is available from your
distributor in the 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 F
mark. Do not overfill.
Important:
Keep the engine oil level between the
upper and lower limits on the oil gauge; the engine
may fail if you run it with too much or too little oil.
1. Position the machine on a level surface.
2. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag
(Figure 23).
Important:
the engine with oil. When adding engine
oil or filling oil, there must be clearance
between the oil fill device and the oil fill
hole in the valve cover as shown in
22. This clearance is necessary to permit
venting when filling, which prevents oil from
overrunning into breather.
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1. Note clearance
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Remove the dipstick while filling
Figure 22
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