Adjusting Throttle Control; Adjusting Choke Control; Checking Spark Plug; Spark Plugs - Toro 08884 Operator's Manual

C. Dry the filter element using warm, flowing air
(160°F max), or allow element to air-dry. Do
not use compressed air or a light bulb to dry
the filter element because damage could result.
Compressed Air Method
A. Blow compressed air from inside to the outside
of the dry filter element. Do not exceed 100 psi
to prevent damage to the element.
B. Keep the air hose nozzle at least one inch from
the pleated paper, and move the nozzle up and
down while rotating the filter element. Inspect
for holes or tears by looking through the filter
toward a bright light.
5. Inspect the new filter for shipping damage. check
the sealing end of the filter. Do not install a dam-
aged filter.
6. 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 the
filter.
7. Install the cover and secure the latches. Make sure
the cover is positioned with TOP side up.
ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE
CONTROL
Proper throttle operation is dependent upon proper
adjustment of the throttle control. Before adjusting the
carburetor, assure the throttle control is operating cor-
rectly.
1. Pivot the seat upward.
2. Loosen the cable clamp screw securing the cable to
the engine.
3. Move the remote throttle control lever forward to
the FAST position.
4. Pull firmly on the throttle cable until the back of the
swivel contacts stop.
5. Tighten the cable clamp screw and check the engine
RPM setting.
High Idle: 3150 ± 50
Low Idle: 1750 ± 50
ADJUSTING THE CHOKE
CONTROL
1. Pivot the seat upward.
2. Loosen the cable clamp screw securing the cable to
the engine.
1. Throttle casing clamp screw
2. Throttle cable
3. Swivel
4. Stop
5. Choke casing clamp screw
6. Choke cable
3. Move the remote choke control lever forward to the
CLOSED position.
4. Pull firmly on the choke cable until the choke but-
terfly is completely closed, then tighten the cable
clamp screw.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace the spark plugs after every 100 operating hours
or yearly, which ever occurs first. Recommended air gap
is 0.030".
Correct spark plug to use is a Champion RC 12YC.
Maintenance
Figure 15
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