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Figure 42
1. Cover nut
2. Cover
3. Wing nut
4. Remove the cover.
Note: Be careful to prevent dirt and debris from
falling into the base.
5. Remove the foam and paper elements from the base
(Figure
42).
6. Remove the foam element from the paper element
(Figure
42).
7. Inspect the foam and paper elements and replace them
if they are damaged or excessively dirty.
Note: Never try to brush dirt off the paper element;
brushing forces the dirt into the fibers.
8. Clean the foam element in warm, soapy water or in
a nonflammable solvent.
Note: Do not use fuel to clean the foam element
because it could create a risk of fire or explosion.
9. Rinse and dry the foam element thoroughly.
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4. Foam element
5. Paper element
6. Base
10. Dip the foam element in clean engine oil, then squeeze
out the excess oil.
Note: Excess oil in the foam element restricts the air
flow through the element and may reach the paper
filter and clog it.
11. Wipe dirt from the base and the cover with a moist rag.
Note: Be careful to prevent dirt and debris from
entering the air duct leading to the carburetor.
12. Install the air-cleaner elements and ensure that they are
properly positioned.
13. Securely install the cover with the nut.
Servicing the Engine Oil
Toro Premium Engine Oil is available from your Authorized
Toro Dealer.
Important: Use 4-cycle engine oil that meets or exceeds
the requirements for API service category SJ, SL, SM,
or higher .
Crankcase Capacity: 1.1 L (1.2 US qt)
Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low
or too high and you run the engine, you may damage
the engine. This type of damage is not covered by the
warranty.
Note: Use SAE 10W-30 for general use. You can use
the other viscosities shown in the chart when the average
temperature in your area is within the indicated range
43).
5W - 30 / 10W - 30
0
20
40
-20 -10 0
31
30
60
80 100 F
10
20 30 40 C
Figure 43
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