Service Manual

Toro®- Z Master® 8000 Series Service Manual 3-19

September 2016

Table of Contents

MAINTENANCE

6. Slide the primary filter out of the air cleaner body

(Figure 27).

NOTE: Avoid knocking the filter into the side of the

body.

A. Air Cleaner Body D. Air Cleaner Cover

B. Primary Filter E. Safety Filter

C. Latch

7. Remove the safety filter, only if intending to replace

safety the filter.

8. Inspect the primary filter for damage by looking into

the filter while shining a bright light on the outside

of the filter. Holes in the filter will appear as bright

spots. If the filter is damaged, discard it.

Servicing the Primary Filter

• If the primary filter is dirty, bent, or damaged, replace

it.

• Do not clean the primary filter.

Servicing the Safety Filter

Replace the safety filter, never clean it.

NOTE: Never attempt to clean the safety filter. If

the safety filter is dirty, then the primary

filter is damaged. Replace both filters.

Installing the Filters

IMPORTANT: To prevent engine damage, always

operate the engine with both air filters and cover

installed.

1. If installing new filters, check each filter for shipping

damage. Do not use a damaged filter.

2. If the inner filter is being replaced, carefully slide it

into the filter body.

3. Carefully slide the primary filter over the inner filter.

NOTE: Ensure that the primary filter is fully seated

by pushing on its 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 27