Servicing The Fuel Tank; Servicing The Fuel Filter - Toro 30438 Operator's Manual

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Figure 42
1. Adjusting nut
2. Slot

Servicing the Fuel Tank

Danger
In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline can burn you and others
and can damage property.
Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the
engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area.
Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
Never smoke when draining gasoline, and stay
away from an open flame or where a spark may
ignite the gasoline fumes.
Draining the Fuel Tank
1. Park the machine on a level surface, to assure fuel tank
drains completely. Then disengage the power take off
(PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key
to off. Remove the key.
2. Close the fuel shut–off valve at the fuel tank (Fig. 43).
3. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamp together and slide it
up the fuel line away from fuel filter (Fig. 43).
4. Pull the fuel line off the fuel filter (Fig. 43). Open the
fuel shut-off valve and allow the gasoline to drain into a
gas can or drain pan.
Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter
because the fuel tank is empty. Refer to Replacing the Fuel
Filter; page 33.
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3. Feeler gauge
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5. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter. Slide the hose
clamp close to the valve to secure the fuel line.
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Figure 43
1. Fuel shut-off valve

Servicing the Fuel Filter

Service Interval/Specification
Replace the fuel filter after every 200 operating hours or
yearly, whichever occurs first.
Replacing the Fuel Filter
Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel line.
Note: Note how the fuel filter is installed.
Note: Wipe up any spilt fuel.
1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Close fuel shut–off valve at fuel tank (Fig. 43).
4. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide
them away from the filter (Fig. 44).
5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines.
6. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to
the filter.
7. Open fuel shut-off valve at fuel tank (Fig. 43).
8. Check for fuel leaks and repair if needed.
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