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Chapter 1 – General Service Information Chapter 2 - Engine Service / Maintenance Chapter 3 - Engine Disassembly and Service Chapter 4 - Electrical...
Chapter 1 – General Service Information Safety Service Rules Engine Model / Serial Number Location Engine Fastener Torque Specification General Specifications Engine Specifications - 265cc / 175FDS Engine Specifications - 302cc / 180FDS Troubleshooting...
This manual is intended as a service and repair manual only. The safety instructions provided herein are for troubleshooting, service, and repair of the Toro engine. The Toro operator’s manual contains safety information and operating tips for safe operating practices.
Service Rules 1. Only use genuine Toro parts and lubrication products. 2. Always install new gaskets, O-rings and seals when assembling engine. 3. Always torque fasteners to specification and in sequence. 4. Always lubricate friction components with clean engine oil or engine assembly lube when assembling engine.
Troubleshooting Hard Starting / Poor Running - Incorrect Fuel (Level, Age, Octane, Ethanol Content) - Fuel System Contamination and / or Carburetor Debris - Primer System Incorrect Function - Incorrect Oil Level - Spark Plug (Incorrect Gap, Fouled, Loose or Faulty) - Air Intake Restriction - Air Intake System Leaks - Ignition Coil to Flywheel Gap Incorrect...
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Chapter 2 - Engine Service / Maintenance Engine Oil Change Procedure Spark Plug Service Valve Clearance Inspection and Adjustment Engine Governor – Zero Point Setting Engine Idle Speed Fuel Filter Replacement...
Engine Oil Change Procedure 1. Run engine to warm engine oil. 2. Remove the ignition key. 3. Remove oil dipstick. 4. Position oil drain pan under oil drain plug. 5. Firmly hold the oil drain tube (A) in position. Remove the oil drain plug (B). 6.
Spark Plug Service NOTE: Spark plugs of the wrong size or incorrect heat range can cause severe engine damage. High Voltage Ignition Systems can be Dangerous - Use Caution when Servicing Ignition Systems 1. Disconnect the spark plug boot and thoroughly clean the spark plug area. 2.
Valve Clearance Inspection and Adjustment NOTE: Valve clearance inspection and adjustment must be done with the engine cold 1. Rotate engine to TDC (top-dead-center) of the compression stroke. 2. Remove the valve cover. Be sure both valves are completely closed and the decompression arm is not holding the valve open.
Engine Governor – Zero Point Setting 1. Remove the front and rear panel to gain access to the governor arm and throttle limit screw. 2. Loosen but do not remove the governor arm pinch bolt and nut. 3. Move the governor arm away the carburetor to fully open the throttle valve. Firmly hold the governor arm in this position.
Engine Idle Speed 1. Start the engine and allow it to warm to normal operating temperature. 2. With the engine at low idle, just before the kill switch is activated, adjust the throttle stop screw to achieve the recommended engine idle speed. Recommended Idle Speed: 1700 - 2000 RPM Stop Screw Valve Cover...
Fuel Filter and Hose Replacement - Fuel is Extremely Flammable - Use Extreme Caution When Servicing Fuel System 1. Drain the fuel tank into an approved container. NOTE: Ensure fuel system contains no fuel to prevent leak when the fuel filter is replaced. 2.
Carburetor Mounting Governor Rod Throttle Return Spring Note spacer orientation for installation Spacer Fuel Hose Primer Asm. Gasket Carburetor Removal: Governor Rod Notch -Remove throttle return spring from throttle shaft -Pull Carburetor outward Throttle Throttle -Align governor rod with notch Shaft Return spring in throttle shaft...
Carburetor Exploded View Primer Asm. O ring Choke Lever Asm. Primer Hose Throttle Stop Screw Main Jet and Nozzle Float Needle Asm. Float Pin Gasket Float Bowl Gasket Gasket 7 ft-lbs (10 Nm)
Valve Spring Free Length Specification Standard Service Limit 1.535” (39 mm) 1.476” (37.5 mm) Valve Seat Width Inspection Remove carbon deposits from the combustion chamber. Inspect the valve seats for pitting or other damage. Standard Service Limit 0.03149 - 0.0393” 0.0591”...
Valve Seat Reconditioning 1. Thoroughly clean the combustion chamber and valve seats to remove carbon deposits. 2. Apply a light coat of Prussian Blue or erasable felt-tipped marker ink to the valve faces. 3. Properly install valves, springs and keepers. Manually open the valves, then and snap them closed against their seats several times.
Engine Service – Lower End Crankcase Exploded View and Service Information Crankcase Cover Seal Governor Drive Gear Governor Crankshaft 14 ft-lbs (19Nm) 22 ft-lbs (30 Nm) 22 ft-lbs (30 Nm) Rod Cap Bearing Gasket Valve Tappets Camshaft Piston Asm. Torque in a Seal Crisscross Pattern 17 ft-lbs (23 Nm)
Piston / Connecting Rod Exploded View and Service Information Second Ring / Gap Piston Rotation Arrow Install Piston Ring with Markings “UP” Oil Rings Top Ring / Gap Stagger Scraper Rings 150°~ 210° from the Oil Ring Connecting Rod Piston Pin Piston Pin Clip Oil Splash Spoon Point Down to...
Crankshaft Bearing Free Play 1. Clean the bearing in solvent and dry it. 2. Spin the bearing by hand and check for play. Replace the bearing if it is noisy or has excessive free play. Piston Pin OD Standard Service Limit 0.7083 - 0.7085”...
Piston Ring End Gap Top and Middle Rings Engine Standard Service Limit 0.0079 - 0.0157” 0.0394” 175FDS-1 180FDS-1 (0.2-0.4 mm) (1.0 mm) Oil Ring Engine Standard Service Limit 0.0079 - 0.0275” 0.0394” 175FDS-1 180FDS-1 (0.2-0.7 mm) (1.0 mm) Use the piston to position the rings squarely 1” down from the top of the cylinder. Connecting Rod Small End ID Engine Standard...
Crankshaft Pin Outside Diameter Engine Standard Service Limit 1.2979” - 1.2984” 1.296” 175FDS-1 180FDS-1 (32.966-32.981 mm) (32.92 mm) Connecting Rod Big End Side Clearance Engine Standard Service Limit 0.0039 - 0.0275” 0.0394” 175FDS-1 180FDS-1 (0.1-0.7 mm) (1.0 mm) Connecting Rod Big End Oil Clearance - Clean oil from the crankshaft and connecting rod.
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Chapter 4 – Electrical System Information Ignition Coil Gap Adjustment Ignition Coil Resistance Inspection Spark Testing Stator Resistance Test...
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Ignition Coil Gap Adjustment High Voltage Ignition Systems can be Dangerous - Use Caution when Servicing Ignition Systems 1. Install the ignition coil and lightly tighten the igniting coil mounting bolts. 2. Rotate engine so ignition coil is aligned with the magnet portion of the flywheel. 3.
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Spark Testing - Fuel is Extremely Flammable - Use Extreme Caution When Servicing the Fuel System - High Voltage Ignition Systems can be Dangerous - Use Caution when Servicing Ignition Systems 1. Remove spark plug cap from the spark plug. 2.
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