Operation; Checking The Engine-Oil Level - Toro 03781 Operator's Manual

Operation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85 dBA at the operator's ear and can cause hearing
loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
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 Level

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
The engine is shipped with oil in the crankcase; however, the
oil level must be checked before and after the engine is first
started.
The crankcase capacity is approximately 9.5 L (10 US 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 -18°C [0°F])
•
Alternate oil: SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30 (all temperatures)
Note: 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 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, no oil
addition is required.
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. Unlock the hood latches and open the hood (Figure
32).
1. Hood latch
3. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, install the dipstick
into the tube, and pull it out again.
The oil level should be in the safe range (Figure 33).
1. Dipstick
4. If the oil is below the safe range, remove the fill cap
(Figure 34) and add oil until the level reaches the Full
mark. Do not overfill.
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Figure 32
Figure 33