Servicing The Engine Oil - Toro 41179 Operator's Manual

4. Loosen the knob on the air cleaner cover and remove
the cover (Figure 43).
5. Carefully slide the foam element off the paper
element (Figure 43).
6. Unscrew the cover nut and remove the cover and
paper element (Figure 43).
Cleaning the Foam Element
Service Interval: Every 25 hours/Yearly (whichever
comes first)—Clean and oil the foam
air cleaner (more often in dusty, dirty
conditions).
1. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm
water.
2. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly.
3. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth.
4. Put one or two ounces of oil on the element
(Figure 44).
Important: Replace the foam element if it is
torn or worn.
1. Foam element
5. Squeeze the element to distribute the oil.
Checking the Paper Element
Service Interval: Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever
comes first)—Replace the paper air
cleaner element (more often in dusty,
dirty conditions).
Inspect the paper element for tears, an oily film, damage
to the rubber seal, excessive dirt, or other damage
(Figure 45). If any of these conditions exit, replace the
filter.
Important: Do not clean the paper element with
pressurized air or liquids, such as solvent, gas, or
kerosene.
Figure 44
2. Oil
1. Paper element
Important: To prevent engine damage, always
operate the engine with the complete foam and
paper air cleaner assembly installed.
Installing the Foam and Paper Elements
1. Carefully slide the foam element onto the paper air
cleaner element (Figure 43).
2. Slide the air cleaner assembly and cover onto the
long rod.
3. Install the cover nut finger-tight against the cover
(Figure 43).
Note: Ensure that the rubber seal is flat against the
air cleaner base and cover.
4. Install the air cleaner cover and knob (Figure 43).
5. Close and latch the seat.

Servicing the Engine Oil

Crankcase Capacity is 2.1 qt (2.0 l) with the filter.
Use high-quality engine oil that meets the following
specifications:
• API classification Level required: SJ, JK, SL, or
higher.
• Preferred oil: SAE 10W30 (above 0 degrees F)
• Alternate oil: SAE 5W30 (below 32 degrees F)
Toro Premium Engine Oil is available from your
distributor in either 5W30 or 10W30 viscosity. See the
Parts Catalog for part numbers.
Check the Engine Oil
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Every 400 hours/Yearly (whichever
comes first)
The engine is shipped with oil in the crankcase; however,
the level of oil must be checked before you first start the
engine and after you have run it.
1. Position the machine on a level surface.
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Figure 45
2. Rubber seal