Servicing The Air Filter; Changing The Engine Oil - Toro 20955 Operator's Manual

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3. After performing the maintenance procedure(s),
connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug.
Important: Before tipping the machine to change
the oil or replace the blade, allow the fuel tank to
run dry through normal usage. If you must tip
the machine prior to running out of fuel, use a
hand fuel pump to remove the fuel. Always tip the
machine onto its side, with the air filter up.
WARNING
Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to
leak. Gasoline is flammable and explosive and
can cause personal injury.
Run the engine dry or remove the gasoline
with a hand pump; never siphon.

Servicing the Air Filter

Service Interval: Every 25 hours
1. Upclip the top of the air-filter cover
1. Clip
2. Air-filter cover
2. Remove the air filter
3. Inspect the air filter.
4. Install the air filter.
5. Use the clip to install the air-filter cover.

Changing the Engine Oil

(Figure 30).
Changing the engine oil is not required, but if you desire
to change the oil, use the following procedure.
Note: Run the engine a few minutes before changing the
oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more
contaminants.
Max. fill: 0.53 L (18 oz), type: SAE 30 detergent oil with an
API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.
1. Refer to
2. Remove the dipstick
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Figure 30
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Note: If the air filter is excessively dirty, replace it with
a new filter. Otherwise, gently tap the air filter on a
hard surface to loosen debris.
Preparing for Maintenance (page
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3. Air filter
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