Toro 14AK81RK744, 14AQ81RP744 manual Air Filter, Precleaner, Service Paper Element, Spark Plugs

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IMPORTANT: The oil fill cap/dipstick must be installed securely onto the tube at all times when the engine is operating. Severe engine damage could result from a failure to do so.

•Start the tractor engine and allow it to run for thirty seconds, then stop the engine and remove the ignition key.

•Check the oil level and add oil if necessary. Do not overfill the engine crankcase.

•Examine the area around the base of the oil fill tube, the oil filter adapter, and the oil drain valve for leaks before operating the tractor.

IMPORTANT: If leaks are present, have your engine serviced by a Toro dealer before operating the tractor.

Air Filter

The engine is equipped with a replaceable, high density paper air cleaner element and an oiled, foam precleaner. Always examine the air cleaner before starting the engine. Check for a buildup of dirt and debris around the air cleaner system. Keep this area clean. Also check for loose or damaged components. Replace all bent or damaged air cleaner components.

NOTE: Starting the tractor with loose or damaged air cleaner components could allow unfiltered air into the engine causing premature wear and failure.

Precleaner

Wash and re-oil the precleaner every 25 hours of operation if equipped, (more often under extremely dusty or dirty conditions).

•Pivot the air cleaner cover upward and unhook the wire latch which secures the element in place.

•Remove the air cleaner element with precleaner.

•Remove the precleaner.

•Wash the precleaner in warm water with detergent. Rinse the precleaner thoroughly until all traces of detergent are eliminated. Squeeze out excess water (do not wring). Allow the precleaner to air dry.

•Saturate the precleaner with new engine oil. Squeeze out all excess oil.

•Reinstall the precleaner over the paper element.

•Reinstall the air cleaner cover.

Service Paper Element

The paper element should be replaced at least every 100 hours of operation. Replace more frequently if the tractor is operated under extremely dusty conditions. To replace the paper element, proceed as follows:

•Pivot the air cleaner cover upward and unhook the wire latch which secures the element in place.

•Remove the air cleaner element with precleaner. Remove the precleaner from the element and service as instructed earlier in this section.

IMPORTANT: Do not wash the paper element or use pressurized air, as this will damage the element.

Examine the element and discard if dirt and/or damage is present.

NOTE: Handle new elements carefully; do not use if the sealing surfaces are bent or damaged.

•If any loose dirt or debris fell on the air cleaner base when the element was removed, carefully remove it and wipe the base clean. Be careful that none of it drops into the intake.

•Check the air cleaner base. Make sure it is secured and not damaged. Also check the air cleaner cover for damage or improper fit. Replace all damaged air cleaner components.

•Install the precleaner over the new paper element and reinstall the element.

•Lower the wire latch to secure the element in place and pivot the air cleaner cover downward.

Spark Plugs

Every 200 hours of operation, remove the spark plugs, check condition, and reset the gap or replace with a new plugs as necessary.

•Lift the tractor’s hood and locate the spark plug wire on the front, right area of the engine.

•Carefully pull the spark plug wire boot off of the spark plug.

•Before removing the spark plug, clean the area around the base of the plug to keep dirt and debris out of the engine.

•Using a ratchet with a 5/8-inch spark plug socket, remove the spark plug and check its condition.

•Replace the plug if worn, dirty or damaged. Reuse only after resetting the gap as instructed.

NOTE: Do not clean the spark plug in a machine using abrasive grit. Some grit could remain in the spark plug and enter the engine causing extensive wear and damage.

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Contents GT2200 & GT2300 Garden Tractors Table of Contents General Operation Important Safe Operation PracticesSlope Operation Children General Service Keep Hands and Feet Away from Rotating Parts Safety LabelsInstructional Labels — Slope GaugeTools Required Attaching the Battery CablesGas and Oil Fill-up Attaching The Steering WheelGauge Wheels Shipping Brace RemovalTire Pressure Know Your Garden Tractor Drive Pedal Ignition Switch ModuleThrottle Control Choke ControlParking Brake Lever Electric PTO Blade Engage KnobCruise Control Lever Operating Your Garden Tractor Safety Interlock SystemReverse Caution Mode Driving The Tractor Using the Deck Lift LeverStarting the Engine Stopping the EngineMoving The Tractor Manually Setting The Cruise ControlDriving On Slopes Engaging the Parking BrakeMowing Engaging the PTO BladesFront To Rear Making AdjustmentsSeat Adjustment Leveling the DeckSteering Adjustment Parking Brake AdjustmentChecking the Oil Level Maintaining Your Garden TractorEngine Engine OilRe-filling the Crankcase with Oil Changing the Engine OilDraining the Oil Changing the Oil FilterSpark Plugs PrecleanerService Paper Element Air FilterFuel Filter Cleaning the Engine And DeckHydrostatic Transmission Pivot Points & Linkage LubricationEngine Front WheelsCutting Blades ServiceTires FuseCharging BatteryCutting Deck Removal Jump StartingChanging the Deck Belt Electric PTO Clutch OFF-SEASON Storage Maintenance Chart Trouble Possible Causes Corrective Action TroubleshootingHydrostatic Transmission SpecificationsPage MANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage Toro Company

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