Toro 22311 - Servicing the Traction Drive Chains

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2. Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from
getting into the engine and causing damage (Fig. 18).
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Figure 18
1. Air cleaner cover
2. Knob
3. Cover nut
4. Cover
5. Foam element
6. Paper element
7. Rubber seal
8. Air cleaner base
3. Loosen the knob on the air cleaner cover and remove
the cover (Fig. 18).
4. Carefully slide the foam element off the paper element
(Fig. 18).
5. Unscrew the cover nut and remove the cover and paper
element (Fig. 18).
Cleaning the Foam Element
1. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water.
2. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly.
3. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth.
4. Put one or two ounces of oil on the element (Fig. 19).
Important Replace the foam element if it is torn or
worn.
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Figure 19
1. Foam element 2. Oil
5. Squeeze the element to distribute the oil.
Checking the Paper Element
Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, damage to the
rubber seal, excessive dirt, or other damage (Fig. 20). If
any of these conditions exit, replace the filter.
Important Do not clean the paper element with
pressurized air or liquids, such as solvent, gas, or
kerosene.
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Figure 20
1. Paper element 2. Rubber seal
Important To prevent engine damage, always operate
the engine with the complete foam and paper air cleaner
assembly installed.
Installing the Foam and Paper Elements
1. Carefully slide the foam element onto the paper air
cleaner element (Fig. 18).
2. Slide the air cleaner assembly and cover onto the long
rod.
3. Install the cover nut finger-tight against the cover (Fig.
18).
Note: Ensure that the rubber seal is flat against the air
cleaner base and cover.
4. Install the air cleaner cover and knob (Fig. 18).
Servicing the Traction Drive
Chains
Lubricating the Drive Chains
Lubricate the drive chain every 50 operating hours.
1. Lower the loader arms, stop the engine, and remove
the key.
2. Apply a general purpose oil (10W30) onto upper and
lower chain spans.
3. Start the traction unit and slowly move it forward to
expose unlubed upper and lower chain spans.