Checking And Replacing The Spark Plugs - Toro 09802 Operator's Manual

Figure 25
1. Air cleaner cover
2. Remove the cover from the air cleaner body. Before
removing the filter (Figure 26), use low pressure
air (40 psi, clean and dry) to help remove large
accumulations of debris packed between outside of
primary filter and the canister. Avoid using high
pressure air which could force dirt through the filter
into the intake tract. This cleaning process prevents
debris from migrating into the intake when the
primary filter is removed.
Figure 26
1. Primary element
3. Remove and replace the primary filter. Cleaning of
the used element is not recommended due to the
possibility of damage to the filter media. Inspect the
new filter for shipping damage, checking the sealing
end of the filter and the body. Do not use a damaged
element.
4. Inspect the safety element (Figure 27) and replace
it if is dirty or damaged.
2. Latch 1. Safety element
Important: Do not wash the safety element
or clean it with compressed air as damage will
occur.
5. Insert the new filter by applying pressure to the outer
rim of the element to seat it in the canister. Do not
apply pressure to the flexible center of the filter.
6. Clean the dirt ejection port located in the removable
cover. Remove the rubber outlet valve from the
cover, clean the cavity and replace the outlet valve.
7. Install the cover orienting the rubber outlet valve in
a downward position - between approximately 5:00
to 7:00 when viewed from the end.
8. Install the air cleaner and secure the latches.
Checking and Replacing the
Spark Plugs
Service Interval: Every 200 hours Replace as required
Since the air gap between the center and side electrodes
increases gradually during normal engine operation,
check the spark plugs at 200 hour intervals and replace
as required. The correct spark plug to use in the engine
is a Champion RC12 YC or equivalent. Set the air gap
at .040 in.
1. Disengage the hood latches and open the hood.
2. Clean the area around the spark plugs (Figure 28)
so that dirt does not fall into the cylinder when the
plugs are removed.
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Figure 27