Engine Oil And Filter; Servicing The Fuel System - Toro 03540 Operator's Manual

4. Washing Method
A. Prepare a solution of filter cleaner and water and
soak filter element about 15 minutes. Refer to
directions on filter cleaner carton for complete
information.
B. After soaking filter for 15 minutes, rinse it with
clear water. Maximum water pressure must not
exceed 40 psi to prevent damage to the filter
element. Rinse filter from clean side to dirty to side.
C. Dry filter element using warm, flowing air (160 F
max), or allow element to air-dry. Do not use a light
bulb to dry the filter element because damage could
result.
5. Compressed Air Method
A. Blow compressed air from inside to the outside of
dry filter element. Do not exceed 40 psi to prevent
damage to the element.
B. Keep air hose nozzle at least 2 in. from filter and
move nozzle up and down while rotating the filter
element. Inspect for holes and tears by looking
through the filter toward a bright light.
6. Inspect new filter for shipping damage. Check sealing
end of filter. Do not install a damaged filter.
7. Insert new filter properly into air cleaner body. Make
sure filter is sealed properly by applying pressure to
outer rim of filter when installing. Do not press on
flexible center of filter.
8. Install cover and secure latches.
9. Reset indicator (Fig. 46) if showing red.

Engine Oil and Filter

Change oil and filter initially after the first 50 hours of
operation, thereafter change oil every 50 hours and filter
every 100 hours.
1. Remove drain plug (Fig. 48) and let oil flow into drain
pan. When oil stops, install drain plug.
1. Engine oil drain plug
2. Remove oil filter (Fig. 49). Apply a light coat of clean
oil to the new filter seal before screwing it on. Do not
over-tighten.
1. Engine oil filter
3. Add oil to crankcase; refer to Checking the Engine Oil,
page 18.

Servicing the Fuel System

Fuel Tank
Drain and clean fuel tank every 2 years. Also, drain and
clean tank if fuel system becomes contaminated or if
machine is to be stored for an extended period. Use clean
fuel to flush out the tank.
Fuel Lines and Connections
Check lines and connections every 400 hours or yearly,
whichever comes first. Inspect for deterioration, damage, or
loose connections.
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Figure 48
Figure 49