Toro TimeMaster 20976, Operator'S Manual

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Important:
Before tipping the machine to
change the oil or replace the blades, allow
the fuel tank to run dry through normal
usage. If you must tip the machine prior to
running out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump
to remove the fuel. Always tip the machine
onto its side, with the dipstick down.
WARNING
Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to
leak. Fuel is flammable, explosive, and can
cause personal injury.
Run the engine dry or remove the fuel with a
hand pump; never siphon.
Servicing the Air Filter
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check
the air filter and clean or replace it,
if necessary.
Every 50 hours—Clean the air filter; clean it
more frequently in dusty operating conditions.
Yearly—Service the air filter; service it more
frequently in dusty operating conditions.
Every 200 hours—Replace the air filter; replace
it more frequently in dusty operation conditions.
1. Loosen the fastener and remove the air-filter
cover (
Figure 32 ).
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Figure 32
1. Cover 3. Filter
2. Fastener 4. Base
2. Remove and inspect the filter.
•
If the filter is damaged or is wet with oil or
fuel, replace it.
•
If the filter is dirty, tap it on a hard surface
several times or blow the debris outward from
the interior of the filter using compressed air
at less than 207 kPa (30 psi).
Note:
Do not brush or blow dirt from the
outside of the filter; either forces dirt into the
fibers.
3. Clean the air-filter body and cover using a damp
rag.
Keep dirt away from the air opening.
4. Install the filter onto the base.
5. Install the cover and screw the fastener down
securely.
Changing the Engine Oil
Service Interval: After the first 5 hours
Every 50 hours
Yearly
Note:
Run the engine a few minutes before changing
the oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries
more contaminants.
Engine Oil Specifications
Engine oil capacity 0.53 L (18 fl oz)
Oil viscosity SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30
detergent oil
API service classification SJ or higher
1. Move the machine to a level surface.
2. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 18) .
3. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap
counterclockwise and pulling it out (
Figure 33 ).
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Figure 33
1. Full 3. Low
2. High
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