Checking The Spark Arrester (If Equipped) - Toro 23515 Operator's Manual

1. Oil-filter adapter
3. Add oil to the engine; refer to
Engine (page 25)
4. Connect the spark-plug wire, start the engine,
and run it for 3 minutes.
5. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop,
and check for oil leakage around the filter.
6. Check the engine-oil level, and add oil as
needed; refer to
(page 24).
Checking the
Spark Arrester
(if equipped)
Service Interval: Every 50 hours
WARNING
Hot exhaust system components may ignite
gasoline vapors even after you shut off the
engine. Hot particles exhausted during engine
operation may ignite flammable materials.
Fire may result in personal injury or property
damage.
Do not refuel or run engine unless spark
arrester is installed.
1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to
Preparing for Maintenance (page 21)
2. Ensure that the muffler is cool.
3. Check the spark arrester for any breaks in the
screen or welds.
Note:
If the spark arrester is worn or damaged,
replace the arrester.
Figure 35
2. Oil filter
Adding Oil to the
Checking the Engine-Oil Level
4. If the screen is plugged, remove the spark
arrester, shake the loose particles out of it, and
clean the screen with a wire brush (soak in
solvent if needed). Replace the spark arrester
when finished.
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