Servicing The Engine Oil - Toro 72902TE Operator's Manual

outside of the filter. If the primary filter is dirty,
bent, or damaged, replace it.
Note:
Holes in the filter appear as bright spots.
Do not clean the primary filter.
Installing the Filters
Important:
To prevent engine damage, always
operate the engine with both air filters and the
cover installed.
1. If you are installing new filters, check each filter
for shipping damage.
Note:
Do not use a damaged filter.
2. If you are replacing the inner filter, carefully slide
it into the filter body
3. Carefully slide the primary filter over the safety
filter (Figure 56).
Note:
Ensure that the primary filter is fully
seated by pushing on the outer rim while
installing it.
Important:
Do not press on the soft, inside
area of the filter.
4. Install the air-cleaner cover and secure the
latches (Figure 56).
(Figure 56).

Servicing the Engine Oil

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Every 100 hours (more often in dirty or dusty
conditions).
Every 200 hours—Change the engine-oil filter
(more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
Engine-Oil Specifications
Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ
or SL)
Crankcase Capacity:
•
Models 72902TE, 72919TE, and 72969TE—2.0 L
(68 fl oz) with a filter change; 1.8 L (61 fl oz)
without a filter change
•
Models 72925TE and 72942TE—2.3 L (78 fl oz)
with a filter change; 2.1 L (71 fl oz) without a filter
change
Viscosity: See the table below.
Checking the Engine-Oil Level
Note:
Check the oil when the engine is cold.
Important:
If you overfill or underfill the engine
crankcase with oil and run the engine, you may
damage the engine.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the
parking brake.
2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
Note:
Ensure that the engine is cool so that the
oil has had time to drain into the sump.
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