Servicing The Engine Oil (Models 07266/Tc And 07279 Only) - Toro 07266 Operator's Manual

1. Prepare a solution of filter cleaner and water
and soak the filter element for about 15 minutes.
Refer to the directions on the filter cleaner carton
for complete information.
2. After soaking the filter for 15 minutes, rinse it
with clear water. Rinse the filter from the clean
side to the dirty side.
Important: To prevent damage to the filter
element, the maximum water pressure must
not exceed 40 psi. (276 kPa).
3. Dry the filter element using warm, flowing air at
160 degreesF (71 degreesC) maximum, or allow
the element to air-dry.
Important: Do not use a light bulb to dry the
filter element because damage could result.
• Compressed air method:
1. Blow compressed air from the inside to the
outside of the dry filter element. Keep the air
hose nozzle at least 2 inches (51 mm) from the
filter and move the nozzle up and down while
rotating the filter element.
Important: To prevent damage to the filter
element, do not exceed 100 psi (689 kPa) air
pressure.
2. Inspect the filter element for holes and tears by
looking through the filter toward a bright light.
Installing the Filter Element
Service Interval: Every 200 hours
Important: To prevent engine damage, always
operate the engine with the complete air cleaner
assembly installed.
1. Inspect the new filter for shipping damage. Check
the sealing end of the filter.
Important: Do not install a damaged filter.
2. Insert the new filter into air cleaner body. Ensure
the filter is sealed properly by applying pressure to
the outer rim of the filter when installing it. Do not
press on the flexible center of the filter.
3. Install the cover and secure the latches.
Inspecting the Carbon Canister Air
Filter
Service Interval: After the first 50 hours
Every 200 hours
1. Locate the air filter on the bottom of the carbon
canister (Figure 25).
1. Filter opening
2. Ensure that the opening on the bottom of the filter
is clear and open.
Servicing the Engine Oil
(Models 07266/TC and 07279
only)
Check the oil level before each use.
Change the oil after the first 25 operating hours and
every 100 operating hours thereafter. Change the oil
twice as often in special operating conditions; refer
to Maintaining the Vehicle under Special Operating
Conditions.
Note: Change the oil more frequently when operating
conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SJ, SK, SL, SM,
or higher)
Viscosity: See the following table.
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Figure 25
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