Servicing The Engine Oil - Toro 72980 Operator's Manual

Installing the Filters
Important:
To prevent engine damage, always
operate the engine with both air filters and the
cover installed.
1. If you are installing new filters, check each filter
for shipping damage.
Note:
Do not use a damaged filter.
2. If you are replacing the inner filter, carefully slide
it into the filter body
3. Carefully slide the primary filter over the safety
filter (Figure 43).
Note:
Ensure that the primary filter is fully
seated by pushing on the outer rim while
installing it.
Important:
Do not press on the soft, inside
area of the filter.
4. Install the air-cleaner cover and secure the
latches (Figure 43).
(Figure 43).

Servicing the Engine Oil

Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check
the engine-oil level.
Every 500 hours—Change the engine oil and
filter (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
Engine-Oil Specifications
Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ,
or SL)
Oil Tank Capacity: 4.73 L (5 US qt) with a filter
change
Viscosity: Toro Synthetic 10W-50 for all temperatures
Checking the Engine-Oil Level
Note:
Check the oil when the engine is cold.
Important:
If you overfill or underfill the
engine-oil tank with oil and run the engine, you
may damage the engine.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the
parking brake.
2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3. Clean the area around the dipstick and oil-fill
cap.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean
44).
Note:
Do not twist the dipstick.
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