Engine Maintenance; Servicing The Air Cleaner - Toro 30853 Operator's Manual

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Cutting unit spindle shaft bearings (2 per cutting unit)
(Figure 39)
Note: Either fitting can be used, which ever is more
accessible. Pump grease into the fitting until a small
amount appears at bottom of the spindle housing (under
the deck).
Figure 39
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Rear roller bearings (2 per cutting unit) (Figure 40)
Figure 40
Note: Make sure the grease groove in each roller mount
aligns with the grease hole in each end of the roller
shaft. To help align the groove and hole, there is also an
alignment mark on one end of the roller shaft.

Engine Maintenance

Servicing the Air Cleaner

Check the air cleaner body for damage which could cause an
air leak. Replace if damaged. Check the whole intake system
for leaks, damage or loose hose clamps.
Service the air cleaner filter only when the service indicator
(Figure 41) requires it. Changing the air filter before it is
necessary only increases the chance of dirt entering the engine
when the filter is removed.
Important: Be sure the cover is seated correctly and
seals with the air cleaner body.
1. Release the latches securing the air cleaner cover to the
air cleaner body (Figure 41).
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1. Air cleaner cover
2. Air cleaner cover latch
2. Remove the cover from the air cleaner body. Before
removing the filter, use low pressure air (40 psi, clean
and dry) to help remove large accumulations of debris
packed between outside of the filter and the canister.
Avoid using high pressure air which could force
dirt through the filter into the intake tract.
This cleaning process prevents debris from migrating
into the intake when the filter is removed.
3. Remove and replace the filter (Figure 42).
Cleaning of the used element is not recommended due
to the possibility of damage to the filter media. Inspect
the new filter for shipping damage, checking the sealing
end of the filter and the body. Do not use a damaged
element. Insert the new filter by applying pressure to
the outer rim of the element to seat it in the canister.
Do not apply pressure to the flexible center of the
filter.
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Figure 41
3. Air cleaner service
indicator
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