Toro 4100-D Empty and Clean Fuel Tank, Fuel Tank Removal Fig, Fuel Tank Installation Fig

DANGER

Because diesel fuel is highly flammable, use cau- tion when storing or handling it. Do not smoke while filling the fuel tank. Do not fill fuel tank while engine is running, hot or when machine is in an enclosed area. Always fill fuel tank outside and wipe up any spilled diesel fuel before start- ing the engine. Store fuel in a clean, safety--ap- proved container and keep cap in place. Use die- sel fuel for the engine only; not for any other purpose.

Check Fuel Lines and Connections

Check fuel lines and connections periodically as recom- mended in the Operator’s Manual. Check lines for dete- rioration, damage, leaks or loose connections. Replace hoses, clamps and connections as necessary.

Empty and Clean Fuel Tank

Empty and clean the fuel tank periodically as recom- mended in the Operator’s Manual. Also, empty and clean the fuel tank if the fuel system becomes contami- nated or if the machine is to be stored for an extended period.

To clean fuel tank, flush tank out with clean diesel fuel. Make sure tank is free of contaminates and debris.

Fuel Tank Removal (Fig. 7)

1.Park machine on a level surface, lower cutting deck, stop engine, engage parking brake and remove key from the ignition switch.

2.Raise and support seat and hood.

3.Remove battery cover and strap. Disconnect nega- tive battery cable first and then positive battery cable. Remove battery from machine.

4.Use a fuel transfer pump to remove fuel from the fuel tank and into a suitable container.

5.Disconnect electrical wiring from the fuel sender on the fuel tank.

6.Disconnect fuel hose from the standpipe and venting hoses from elbow fittings in top of tank.

7.Remove phillips head screws that secure two (2) tank covers to ROPS assembly. Remove tank covers.

8.Remove fuel tank using Figure 7 as a guide.

Fuel Tank Installation (Fig. 7)

1.Install fuel tank using Figure 7 as a guide.

A.Torque two (2) flange nuts that secure the fuel tank to the frame from 60 to 80 in--lb (7 to 9 N--m).

2.Install two (2) tank covers to ROPS assembly.

3.Connect fuel hose to the standpipe and venting hoses to the elbow fittings.

4.Connect electrical wiring to the fuel sender.

A.Connect white wire to the center terminal and black wire to any of the screws that secure the fuel sender to the fuel tank.

B.Apply skin--over grease to the wire terminal con- nections.

CAUTION

Connecting battery cables to the wrong battery post could result in personal injury and/or dam- age to the electrical system.

5.Position battery in machine. Connect positive battery cable first and then negative battery cable. Install bat- tery strap and cover.

6.Lower seat and hood.

7.Fill fuel tank.

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