Air Cleaner; Cleaning The Radiator Screen - Toro 04383 Operator's Manual

Air Cleaner

Service Interval/Specification
Check the air cleaner body for damage which could
possibly cause an air leak. Replace a damaged air cleaner
body.
Service the air cleaner filter every 200 hours.
Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently if operating
conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Removing the Filter Element
1. Release the latches securing the air cleaner cover to the
air cleaner body (Fig. 44). Separate the cover from the
body. Clean the inside of the air cleaner cover.
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Figure 44
1. Air cleaner latches
2. Dust cap
2. Gently slide the filter out of the air cleaner body to
reduce the amount of dust dislodged. Avoid knocking
the filter against the air cleaner body.
3. Inspect the filter and discard it if it is damaged. Do not
wash or reuse a damaged filter.
Cleaning the Filter Element
1. Washing method:
A. Prepare a solution of filter cleaner and water and
soak the filter element about 15 minutes; refer to the
directions on the filter cleaner carton for complete
information.
B. After soaking the filter for 15 minutes, rinse it with
clear water. The maximum water pressure must not
exceed 40 psi to prevent damage to the filter
element. Rinse the filter from clean side to dirty to
side.
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3. Filter
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2. Compressed air method:
A. Blow the compressed air from inside to the outside
of the dry filter element. Keep the air hose nozzle at
least 2 in. (6 cm) from the filter and move the nozzle
up and down while rotating the filter element.
Important
To prevent damage to the filter element,
do not exceed 100 psi air pressure.
B. Inspect for holes and tears by looking through the
filter toward a bright light.
Installing the Filter Element
1. Inspect the new filter for shipping damage. Check the
sealing end of the filter.
Important
Do not install a damaged filter.
2. Insert the new filter properly into the air cleaner body.
Make sure the filter is sealed properly by applying
pressure to the outer rim of the filter when installing.
Do not press on the flexible center of filter.
3. Reinstall the cover and secure the latches (Fig. 44).

Cleaning the Radiator Screen

To prevent the system from overheating, the radiator screen
and radiator must be kept clean. Check and clean the screen
and radiator daily or, if necessary, hourly. Clean these
components more frequently in dusty, dirty conditions.
1. Remove the radiator screen (Fig. 45).
2. Working from the fan side of the radiator, blow out the
radiator with compressed air.
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Figure 45
1. Radiator screen
3. Clean the screen and reinstall it.
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2. Radiator