Servicing The Air Cleaner - Toro 170-DH Operator's Manual

Servicing the Air Cleaner

Clean and oil the foam element after every 25 operating
hours. Replace the paper element after every 100 operating
hours or yearly, whichever occurs first.
Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently if the
operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
1. Park the tractor on a level surface.
2. Disengage the blades (PTO).
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
5. Remove the ignition key.
Removing the Foam and Paper Elements
1. Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from getting
into the engine and causing damage.
2. Pull up on the air cleaner cover handle and rotate it
toward the engine (Fig. 33).
Figure 33
1. Air cleaner cover
3. Remove the air cleaner cover.
4. Carefully slide the paper element and the foam element
from the blower housing (Fig. 34).
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2. Air cleaner cover handle
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Figure 34
1. Paper element
2. Foam element
3. Air cleaner cover
Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements
Foam Element
1. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water
and rinse it thoroughly.
2. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth.
Note: Do not oil the foam element.
Important
Replace the foam element if it is torn or
worn.
Paper Element
1. Lightly tap the paper element on a flat surface to
remove dust and dirt.
2. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage
to the rubber seal.
Important
Never clean the paper element with
pressurized air or liquids, such as solvents, gasoline, or
kerosene. Replace the paper element if it is damaged or
cannot be cleaned thoroughly.
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4. Tab
5. Slot
6. Blower housing