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SECTION8: MAINTAININGYOURLAWNTRACTOR
NOTE: Refer to MaintenanceCharton page 30 for a
reference of recommended maintenance intervals.
WARNING: Before performing any
maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set
parking brake, stop engine and remove key to
prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission
control devices and systems, which are being done at
the customer's expense, may be performed by any
engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty
repairs must be performed by an authorized Toro
service dealer.
EngineOil Recommendations
Using the proper type and weight of engine oil is
extremely important, as is checking and changing oil
regularly. Failure to use the correct oil, or operating the
engine with dirty oil will result in premature engine wear
and failure.
EngineOilType
Use a high quality detergent
motor oil. DO NOT use special
additives. Synthetic oil meeting
ILSAC GF-2, APIcertification mark
and APIservice symbol with SJ/CF
ENERGY CONSERVING or higher,
is anacceptable oil at all
temperatures.Use ofsynthetic oildoes not alter required
oil change. Choose a viscosityaccording to the chart at
the right.
CheckingtheOil Level
Check the oil level before
each use as follows:
1. Clean the area around
.
,
.
the oil fill cap/dipstick to
prevent debris from
entering the crankcase.
Refer_olFigLire:16" ,. ,,.,
Remove the oil fill cap;
dipstick by iiftir_g it out of
the oil fill tube. ....
Wipe the dipstick clean
.i.
before push!ng itall _e way back into the oil fill
tube.'Withdi'aw theldi{5'_;tickto-check the oillevel.
Refer t_ figure at right. -'
Always keep the oil level at or near the FULL mark
on the dipstick. If the oil is low, add oil of the proper I
type up to the FULL mark. Always re-check the oil
level with the dipstick before adding more oil.
SAE Viscosity Grades
** _ _I_
_J J J_ I
STARTING TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT O;L CHANGE
CAUTION
* Air cooled engines run hotter than
automotive engines. The use of
non-synthetic multi-viscosity oils (5W-30,
IOW-30, etc.) in temperatures above 40 ° F
(4° C) will result in higher than normal oil
consumption. When using a multi-viscosity
oil, check oil level more frequently.
** SAE 30 oil, if used below 40° F (4° C), will
result in hard starting and possible engine
bore damage due to inadequate lubrication.
IMPORTANT: Never operate the engine with the oil level
below the ADD mark or above the FULL mark on the
dipstick.
5. After checking the oil level (and adding oil, if
necessary), reinstall the oil fill cap!dipstick by
inserting it into the oil fill tube
AddingOil
If, after checking the oil level, you find the dipstick reads
ADD, proceed as follows.
• Place the tractor on a level surfac e a_ndengage the
parking brake. Stop the tractor engine and remove
the ignition key.
• Clean the area around the oil fill cap and fill tube to
prevent debris from entering the crankcase.
• Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from the oil fill tube
and SLOWLY pour oil into the oil fill tube. Do NOT
pour more than 6 oz. of oil at a time without first
stopping and re-checking the eli leveE, ,.
• Fiil the crankcase until the oil level reaches the
FULL mark on the dipstick. See Figure at left. Refer
viscosity chart above for information regarding the
proper type of oil to add to the crankcase.
IMPORTANT:The engine may overheat and/or damage
may result if the oil levet is below the ADD or over the
FULL on the dipstick.
• Reihstall the"oil fill cap/dipstick securely onto the oil
• , , . . , ,.
fill tube.
IMPORTANT:The oil fillcap/dipstick must be installed
securely onto the tube at all times when the engine
is operating. Severe engine damage could result from
failure todo so.,
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