Toro GROUNDSMASTER 345 - Manual (Page 7)

TORO GM 345 Ford VSG-411 Gas Engine
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In this section we will look at some troubleshooting procedures for the Ford Gas Engine.
Engine Identification
The engine is identified with a decal affixed to the left side of the valve cover.
The decal contains the engine serial number.
The model number and displacement. ( i.e. 411 = 4 cyl 1.1 liter)
The special options (S.O.) number.
The engine is also stamped on the left rear top edge of the block.
This stamping includes:
A - Serial number.
B - Engine Code.
C - Engine build code: (Example 4K26)
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The first number indicates the year.
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The letter indicates the month in alphabetical sequence. ( A January, B February, etc.)
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The last two numbers are the day of the month.
Complaint: Low engine power
Affect:
1. Poor cutting unit performance.
2. Poor hill climbing ability.
3. Slow hydraulic response.
4. Slow throttle response.
5. Rough running engine.
Cause:
1. Incorrect engine idle settings. 5. Cracked or bad spark plugs.
2. Misadjusted carburetor linkage. 6. Cracked or broken plug wires.
3. Governor adjustments. 7. Plugged or restricted air filter.
4. Internal engine problem. 8. Spoiled Fuel.