Fuel Specification; Filling The Fuel Tank; Performing Daily Maintenance; During Operation - Toro Greensmaster 3150 Operator's Manual

Fuel Specification

Fuel tank capacity: 26.6 L (7 US gallons)
Recommended Fuel: Unleaded gasoline with an
octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method)
Ethanol: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol)
or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume
is acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same.
Gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15) by volume is not
approved for use.
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Never use gasoline that contains more than
10% ethanol by volume, such as E15 (contains
15% ethanol), E20 (contains 20% ethanol), or E85
(contains up to 85% ethanol).
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Do not use fuel that contains methanol.
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Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel
containers over the winter, unless you use a fuel
stabilizer.
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Do not add oil to gasoline.
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For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than
30 days old) fuel.
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Using unapproved gasoline may cause
performance problems and/or engine damage,
which may not be covered under the warranty.
Important:
Do not use fuel additives other than
a fuel stabilizer/conditioner. Do not use fuel
stabilizers with an alcohol base such as ethanol,
methanol, or isopropanol.

Filling the Fuel Tank

1. Clean around the fuel-tank cap and remove it
(Figure 22).
Figure 22
1. Fuel-tank cap
2. Add the specified fuel to the fuel tank until the
level is 25 mm (1 inch) below the bottom of the
filler neck.
This space in the tank allows the fuel to expand.
Do not fill the fuel tank completely full.
3. Install the cap.
Note:
You will hear a click sound when the cap
is secure.
4. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
Performing Daily
Maintenance
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Before starting the machine each day, perform the
following procedures:
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Check the engine-oil level—refer to
Engine Oil (page
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Check the hydraulic-fluid level—refer to
the Hydraulic-Fluid Level (page
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Check the reel-to-bedknife contact—refer to
Checking the Reel-to-Bedknife Contact (page
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Check the tire pressure—refer to
Tire Pressure (page

During Operation

During Operation Safety

General Safety
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The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
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Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear, and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
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Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
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Before you start the engine, ensure that all drives
are in neutral, the parking brake is engaged, and
you are in the operating position.
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