Toro CT2120 30655, Operator'S Manual

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Operation
Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.
CAUTION
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone
could accidently start the engine and seriously
injure you or other bystanders.
Lower the cutting units to the ground, set the
parking brake and remove the key from the ignition
switch before servicing or making adjustments to
the machine.
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.
Crankcase capacity is approximately 5.1 l (172.5 ounces)
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 0 degrees F)
• Alternate oil: SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30 (all
temperatures)
Toro Premium Engine oil is available from your
distributor in either 15W-40 or 10W-30 viscosity.
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, stop the engine,
set the parking brake and remove the key from the
ignition switch.
2. Open the hood.
3. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and install it
(Figure 23).
Figure 23
1. Dipstick
4. Remove dipstick and check oil level on dipstick.
The oil level should be up to the Full mark .
5. If the oil level is below the Full mark, remove the
fill cap (Figure 24) and add oil until level reaches the
Full mark on dipstick.
Do not overfill.
Figure 24
1. Oil fill cap
6. Install the oil fill cap and close the hood.
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