Greasing And Lubrication; Tire Pressure; Air Cleaner - Toro 71233 Operator's Manual

Greasing and Lubrication

Service Interval/Specification
Grease the machine after every 25 operating hours or once
a year, whichever occurs first. Grease more frequently
when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Grease Type: General-purpose grease
How to Grease
1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the
engine, and remove the ignition key.
2. Clean the grease fittings with a rag. Make sure to scrape
any paint off of the front of the fitting(s).
3. Connect a grease gun to the fitting. Pump grease into
the fittings.
4. Wipe up any excess grease.
Where to Add Grease
Lubricate the front wheels until grease begins to ooze out
of the bearings (Fig. 20).
Figure 20

Tire Pressure

Service Interval/Specification
Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires at 20 psi
(138 kPa). Check the pressure at the valve stem after every
25 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first
(Fig. 21). Check the tires when they are cold to get the most
accurate pressure reading.
1. Valve stem

Air Cleaner

Service Interval/Specification
Foam Element: Clean and oil after every 25 operating
hours, or yearly, whichever occurs first.
Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating hours or
yearly, whichever occurs first.
Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few
hours) if operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Removing the Foam and Paper Elements
1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the
engine, and remove the ignition key.
2. Open the hood.
3. Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from getting
into the engine and causing damage. Unscrew the knob
and remove the air cleaner cover (Fig. 22).
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1. Knob
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Figure 21
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Figure 22
2. Air cleaner cover
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