Operator's Manual

6. Start the engine and shift into Forward, Reverse, and

Neutral to ensure that the neutral bracket is operating

properly.

Figure 16

1. Neutral bracket 2. Locknuts

Adjusting the Ground Speed

Ground speed is preset at the factory and should not need

adjusting. If you think the ground speed needs adjusting,

contact your local Authorized Toro Service Dealer.

Servicing the Engine Oil

Service Interval/Specification

Check the oil level before each use.

Change the oil after the first 8 operating hours and every 50

hours thereafter.

Replace the oil filter every 100 hours.

Note: Change the oil and oil filter more frequently when

operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.

Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or

higher)

Crankcase Capacity: 48 oz./1-1/2 qt. (1.4 liters) when the

filter is changed

Viscosity: See the table below

–20 0 20 40 60 80 100

–30

–20 –10 0 10 20 30 40

USE THESE SAE VISCOSITY OILS

Checking the Oil Level

To check the oil level, refer to Check the Crankcase Oil,

page 12.

Changing and Draining the Oil

1. Start the vehicle and let it run for a few minutes to

warm the oil.

2. Park the machine on a level surface, set the parking

brake, turn the ignition off, and remove the key.

3. Raise the bed and secure it with the prop rod.

4. Disconnect the spark plug wires and battery cables.

5. Remove the drain plug (Fig. 17) and let the oil flow into

a drain pan. When the oil drains completely, install the

drain plug.

Note: Dispose of the used oil at a certified recycling center.

Figure 17

1. Engine oil drain plug 2. Engine oil filter

6. Pour oil into fill opening until the oil level is up to the

“FULL” mark on the dipstick. Add the oil slowly and

check the level often during this process. Do not

overfill.

7. Reinstall the oil fill cap and dipstick firmly in place.