Toro 2003, Operator'S Manual

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Before Operating
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onto the filler neck; then remove it and check the oil
level.
Figure 6
1. Dipstick filler cap
4. If the level is not within 3 cm from the FULL mark
on the dipstick, add SAE 10W-30 engine oil to raise
the level to the FULL mark. Do not overfill.
5. Install the dipstick filler cap onto the filler neck.
6. Run the engine for one minute, recheck the oil level
and add more if needed.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
Correct air pressure in front and rear tires is 84–124 kPa.
LUBRICATE BEARINGS AND
BUSHINGS
The traction unit and cutting unit’s grease fittings must
be lubricated with No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base
Grease.
CHECK REEL-TO-BEDKNIFE
CONTACT
Each day before operating, check reel-to-bedknife
contact.. There must be light contact across the full
length of the reel and bedknife. Refer to Adjusting the
Bedknife Parallel to the Reel.
Figure 7
1. Bedknife adjusting knob
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