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Form No. 3428-799 Rev A Groundsmaster ® 4000 or 4010 Rotary Mower Model No. 30609—Serial No. 403450001 and Up Model No. 30636—Serial No. 403450001 and Up *3428-799* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on additional information, contact an Authorized Service any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model land unless the engine is equipped with a spark and serial numbers of your product ready.
Safety Removing and Installing the Cutting-Unit Blade(s) ............79 Inspecting and Sharpening the Cutting Unit This machine has been designed in accordance with Blade(s) ............79 CEN standard ANSI B71.4-2017 and ISO EN 5395 Correcting a Cutting Unit Mismatch....80 when you install the proper CE Kits and complete the Cab Maintenance ..........
Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing. decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols decal100-5622 Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 100-5622 1.
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decal100-5693 decal104-3579 100-5693 104-3579 1. Height-of-cut adjustment 1. Low height-of-cut 2. High height-of-cut adjustment adjustment decal106-6754 decal100-5694 106-6754 100-5694 1. Warning—do not touch the hot surface. 1. Height-of-cut adjustment 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, fan; entanglement hazard, belt—stay away from moving parts. decal100-6578 100-6578 1.
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decal114-0846 114-0846 1. Read the Operator’s Manual for information on starting the engine—1) Set to neutral; 2) Engage the brake; 3) Set the engine speed to slow; 4) Turn the key to preheat; 5) Turn the key to start the engine. 2.
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decal120-0250 120-0250 1. Slow-moving vehicle decal120-6604 decal120-4159 120-6604 120-4159 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away from the 1. Off 8. High machine. 2. Lights 9. Traction drive 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand, mower 3. On 10. Low blade—stay away from moving parts, keep all guards and 4.
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decal121-3884 121–3884 1. Engine—stop 3. Engine—start 2. Engine—preheat decal120-8947 120-8947 1. Warning—read the 4. If the roll bar is raised, Operator’s Manual. wear the seat belt. 2. There is no rollover 5. If the roll bar is lowered, protection when the roll do not wear the seat belt.
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decal130-0611 130-0611 Model with Cab Only 1. Warning—1) Remove the pin; 2) Raise the doors; 3) Exit the cab. decal127-3700 127-3700 1. Raise the left deck. 4. Lock the engine speed. decal130-5355 130-5355 2. Raise the center deck. 5. Unlock the engine speed. 3.
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decal117-2754 117-2754 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Warning—do not operate this machine unless you are trained. 3. Warning—wear the seatbelt when seated in the operator's position. 4. Warning—wear hearing protection. 5. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away. 6. Cutting hazard of hand or foot—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place. 7.
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decal137-5495 137-5495 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. decal132-3600 132-3600 Model with Cab Only 1. Read the Operator's 5. Working light (20 A) Manual for more information on fuses. 2. Headlight (25 A) 6. Auxiliary power (15 A) 3. Condenser fan and A/C 7.
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decal136-4436 136-4436 1. Read the Operator’s Manual for information on fuses. 7. Infocenter—2 A 2. Engine preheat—60 A 8. Headlights—15 A 3. Power supply—7.5 A 9. Power seat—10 A 4. Turn signals—10 A 10. Lighter—10 A 5. Engine control unit—10 A 11.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. – No parts required Grease the machine. – No parts required Check the tire pressure. – No parts required Check the fluid levels. Production-year decal Install the decal (CE Machines Only).
Checking the Fluid Levels No Parts Required Procedure g279510 Check the engine-oil level; refer to Checking the Figure 3 Engine-Oil Level (page 61). 1. Production-year decal Check the hydraulic-fluid level; refer to Servicing the Hydraulic System (page 73). Check the cooling system; refer to Checking the Cooling System (page 69).
Product Overview To engage the parking brake, connect the pedals with the locking latch, push down on both pedals, and pull the parking-brake latch out. To release the parking Controls brake, press both pedals until the parking-brake latch retracts. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Lift Switches The lift switches raise and lower the cutting units (Figure 5). Press the switches forward to lower the cutting units and rearward to raise the cutting units. When starting the machine, with the cutting units in the down position, press the lift switch down to allow the cutting units to float and mow.
Cab Controls Windshield Latch Lift up the latches to open the windshield (Figure 9). Press in the latch to lock windshield to the O position. Pull out and down on the latch to close and secure the windshield. g032672 Figure 8 g196911 Figure 9 1.
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Using the InfoCenter Control InfoCenter Icon Description SERVICE DUE Indicates when scheduled service The InfoCenter LCD display shows information about should be performed your machine, such as the operating status, various diagnostics and other information about the machine Engine rpm/status—indicates the engine rpm (Figure 10).
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High exhaust temperature Right Left NOx control diagnosis malfunction; drive the machine back to the shop Bulb and contact your authorized Toro distributor (software version R and later). Output of TEC controller or control wire in harness High: over-allowed range...
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Refer to the Service are English or Metric Manual or your Authorized Language Controls the language used Toro Distributor for more on the InfoCenter* information on the Faults menu and the information LCD Backlight Controls the brightness of the contained there.
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If you changed the PIN code and forgot the code, If the InfoCenter accepts the PIN code contact your authorized Toro distributor for assistance. and the protected menu is unlocked, the word “PIN” displays in the upper right corner of the...
Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro Before Operation distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety Before Operation Safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories.
Filling the Fuel Tank • Check that operator-presence controls, safety switches, and guards are attached and functioning properly. Do not operate the machine unless they Fuel Tank Capacity are functioning properly. • Before mowing, always inspect the machine to Fuel tank capacity: 79 L (21 US gallons) ensure that the blades, blade bolts, and cutting assemblies are in good working condition.
Monitor seals, hoses, gaskets in contact with fuel as they may degrade over time. • Fuel filter plugging may occur for a time after you convert to biodiesel blends. • For more information on biodiesel, contact your authorized Toro distributor.
Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Before each use or daily DANGER Low tire pressure decreases machine side-hill stability. This could cause a rollover, which may result in personal injury or death. Do not underinflate the tires. g033358 Figure 16 Front Wheels The correct air pressure in the tires is 172 to 207 kPa (25 to 30 psi).
Checking the Rear-Axle-Gearbox Lubricant Service Interval: Every 400 hours The gearbox is filled with SAE 85W-140 gear lube. The capacity is 0.5 L (16 fl oz). Visually inspect for leaks daily. g019500 Figure 18 Position the machine on a level surface. 1.
Adjusting the Roll Bar Lowering the Roll Bar Important: Lower the roll bar only when necessary. WARNING Important: Ensure that the seat is secured with To avoid injury or death from rollover: keep the seat latch. the roll bar in the raised locked position and use the seat belt.
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Park the machine on a level surface. Start the engine and raise the cutting units to change height of cut. Shut off the engine, engage the parking brake, and remove the key from the ignition after the cutting unit is raised. Position the caster-wheel axles in the same holes in all caster forks.
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Note: When using 25 mm (1 inch), 38 mm (1-1/2 inches), or 51 mm (2 inches) heights of cut, move the skids and gauge wheels to the highest position. Side Cutting Units To adjust the height of cut on the side cutting units, add or remove an equal number of spacers from the caster forks, position the caster-wheel axles in the high or low height-of-cut holes in the caster forks, and...
Adjusting the Skids Insert the clevis pins and install the hairpin cotters. Mount the skids in the lower position when operating Rotate the tension rod counterclockwise (finger at heights of cut greater than 64 mm (2-1/2 inches) tight) to put tension on adjustment. and in the higher position when operating at heights Remove the hairpin cotters and clevis pins of cut lower than 64 mm (2-1/2 inches).
Adjusting the Cutting Unit Correcting a Mismatch Rollers Between the Cutting Units The cutting unit rollers should be mounted in the lower Due to differences in grass conditions and the position when operating at height of cuts greater than counterbalance setting of the traction unit, a sample 64 mm (2-1/2 inches), and in the higher position when area of grass should be cut and the appearance operating in height of cuts lower than 64 mm (2-1/2...
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Setting Up the Side Cutting Units Rotate the blade of each spindle until the ends Note: It is best to use the Toro tool (Part No. face forward and backward. 121-3874) to tighten the tensioning cap. Measure from the floor to the front tip of the Rotate the blade on each spindle until the ends cutting edge.
Checking the make the adjustments to the side cutting units only. Safety-Interlock Switches If the inside edge of the side cutting unit is too high relative to the outside edge of the front Service Interval: Before each use or daily cutting unit, remove a shim from the bottom of the front, inside caster arm on the side cutting The machine has interlock switches in the electrical...
EN ISO 5395:2013-1 Annex F. moving parts to stop before adjusting the height of Contact your authorized Toro distributor to set the cut (unless you can adjust it from the operating machine software to activate Quiet Mode.
• The engine has shut off due to lack of fuel. • A cab installed by Toro is a roll bar. • Maintenance has been performed upon the fuel • Always wear your seat belt. system components.
starter failure may result. If the engine fails reaches a certain temperature, a reverse fan cycle to start after 15 seconds, turn the key to is automatically initiated. This cycle blows debris off the O position, check the controls and the rear screen and lowers the engine-coolant and procedures, wait 15 additional seconds, and hydraulic-fluid temperatures.
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• Passive regeneration occurs continuously while speed to help reduce the accumulation of soot in the engine is running—run the engine at full the soot filter. engine speed when possible to promote DPF regeneration. DPF Soot Accumulation • If the back pressure in the DPF is too high or a •...
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DPF Ash Accumulation • When enough ash accumulates, the engine computer sends information to the InfoCenter • The lighter ash is discharged through the exhaust in the form of an engine fault to indicate the system; the heavier ash collects in the soot filter. accumulation of ash in the DPF.
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Types of Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Types of diesel particulate filter regeneration that are performed while the machine is operating: Type of Regeneration Conditions that cause DPF regeneration DPF description of operation Passive Occurs during normal operation of the machine at •...
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Types of diesel particulate filter regeneration that require you to park the machine: (cont'd.) Type of Regeneration Conditions that cause DPF regeneration DPF description of operation Recovery Occurs because the operator ignored requests for • When the reset-standby/parked or recovery a parked regeneration and continued operating the machine, adding more soot to the DPF regeneration icon...
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press the right button to select the Technician entry DPF Operation Table (cont'd.) (Figure 45). State Description Reset Regen The engine computer is running a reset regeneration. The engine computer is requesting that Parked Stby you run a parked regeneration. Parked Regen You initiated a parked regeneration request and the engine computer is...
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Assist DPF Regeneration • The icon displays in the InfoCenter while the reset regeneration is processing. • The engine computer adjusts engine settings to • Whenever possible, do not shut off the engine or raise the exhaust temperature. reduce engine speed while the reset regeneration •...
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g227304 g224394 Figure 50 Figure 52 Press the right button to change the inhibit Note: If the engine exhaust temperature is too low, regeneration setting from On to Off (Figure the InfoCenter displays A #186 (Figure 53) to DVISORY or from Off to On (Figure 51).
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Parked or Recovery Regeneration regeneration required—power takeoff disabled #189 (Figure 57). DVISORY • When the engine computer requests either a parked regeneration or a recovery regeneration, the regeneration request icon (Figure 54) displays in the InfoCenter. g224398 Figure 57 Important: Perform a parked regeneration to restore the PTO function;...
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Important: Perform a recovery regeneration Move the machine outside to an area away from to restore the PTO function; refer to Preparing combustible materials. to Perform a Parked or Recovery Regeneration Park the machine on a level surface. (page 47) Performing a Parked or Recovery Regeneration (page 47).
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At the DPF checklist screen, verify that the parking brake is engaged and that the engine speed is set to low idle (Figure 65). g224402 g224407 g224629 Figure 63 At the V screen, verify that you g227679 ERIFY FUEL LEVEL Figure 65 have 1/4 tank of fuel if you are performing the parked regeneration or 1/2 tank of fuel if you are...
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The InfoCenter displays the I NITIATING Check Message and Corrective Action Table message (Figure 67). EGEN (cont'd.) g224411 Corrective Action: Start and run the engine. g227681 Figure 67 Corrective Action: Run the engine to warm the coolant The InfoCenter displays the time to complete temperature to 60°C (140°F).
Canceling a Parked or Recovery Regeneration displays A #183 (Figure 70). Press the DVISORY left button to exit to the home screen. Use the Parked Regen Cancel or Recovery Regen Cancel setting to cancel a running parked or recovery regeneration process. Access the DPF Regeneration menu (Figure 72).
Setting the Maximum Allowed Mow Speed (page 22) for the procedure to set the mow speed. With Toro Smart Power™, you do not need to listen to the engine speed in heavy load conditions. Operator Smart Power prevents the engine from bogging...
Figure 74 Resolving After-Cut Appearance 1. Transport latch (side cutting units) Refer to the After-cut Appearance Troubleshooting Guide available at www.Toro.com. Operating Tips Using Proper Mowing Techniques • To begin cutting, engage the cutting units, then Operating the Machine approach the mowing area slowly.
After Operation susceptibility to diseases. Ensure that the blade is in good condition and that there is a full sail. General Safety Checking the Condition of the Cutting Unit • Shut off the engine, remove the key (if equipped), and wait for all movement to stop before you leave Ensure that the cutting chambers are in good the operator’s position, Allow the machine to cool condition.
There are jacking points located at the front and rear of the machine. • On the frame at the inside of each front drive tire • At the center of the rear axle Hauling the Machine • Remove the key and shut off the fuel (if equipped) before storing or transporting the machine.
Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Note: Download a free copy of the electrical or hydraulic schematic by visiting www.Toro.com and searching for your machine from the Manuals link on the home page.
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Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Clean the cab air filters; replace them if they are torn or excessively dirty. • Clean the air-conditioning assembly (more frequently in extremely dusty or dirty Every 250 hours conditions). • Check the planetary-gear-drive oil (check if you notice external leakage). •...
Daily Maintenance Checklist Duplicate this page for routine use. For the week of: Maintenance Check Item Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Check the safety-interlock operation. Check the brake operation. Check the engine-oil level. Check the cooling-system-fluid level. Drain the water/fuel separator.
Pre-Maintenance Lubrication Procedures Greasing the Bearings and Bushings Removing the Hood Unlatch and raise the hood. Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Lubricate all of the bearings and bushings. Remove the hairpin cotter securing the hood pivot to the mounting brackets (Figure 77).
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g017810 Figure 81 Front Lift Assemblies • 2 (each side) lift-arm-cylinder bushings (Figure • 2 lift-arm-ball joints (Figure g011499 Figure 79 Front Cutting Unit g020455 • 2 caster-fork-shaft bushings (Figure Figure 82 • 3 spindle-shaft bearings—located under the pulley (Figure •...
When using different oil, drain all old oil from temperatures) the crankcase before adding new oil. Toro Premium Engine Oil is available from your authorized Toro distributor in either 15W-40 or 10W-30 Crankcase Oil Capacity viscosity grades. See the Parts Catalog for part numbers.
g031675 Figure 90 Add oil to the crankcase. Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Every 400 hours Check the air-cleaner body for damage which could cause an air leak. Replace it if it is damaged. Check the whole intake system for leaks, damage, or loose hose clamps.
Manual for information on disassembling and assembling the diesel-oxidation catalyst and the soot filter of the DPF. Servicing the Refer to your authorized Toro distributor for Diesel-Oxidation Catalyst diesel-oxidation catalyst and the soot filter replacement parts or service. (DOC) and the Soot Filter...
Fuel System Maintenance Servicing the Fuel System Draining the Fuel Tank Service Interval: Every 1,000 hours—Drain and clean the fuel tank. Before storage—Drain and clean the fuel tank. In addition to the listed service interval, drain and clean the tank if the fuel system becomes contaminated or if you are storing the machine for an extended period.
Install the dry filter canister by hand until the cable connectors with Grafo 112X (skin-over) grease gasket contacts the filter head, then rotate it an (Toro Part No. 505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent additional 1/2 turn. corrosion. Start the engine and check for fuel leaks around Open the battery cover on the side of the shroud the filter head.
The cab fuses are located in the fuse box in the cab headliner (Figure 103 Figure 104). Coat both battery connections with Grafo 112X (skin-over) grease, Toro Part No. 505-47, Note: Cab model only petroleum jelly, or light grease to prevent corrosion.
Drive System Maintenance Adjusting the Traction-Pedal Angle You can adjust the operating angle of the traction pedal for your comfort. Loosen the 2 nuts and bolts securing the left side g032673 Figure 103 of the traction pedal to the bracket (Figure 105).
Changing the Rear-Axle Oil Service Interval: After the first 200 hours Every 800 hours Position the machine on a level surface. Clean the area around the 3 drain plugs; 1 on each end and 1 in the center (Figure 108). Remove the check plugs to make draining the g008862 oil easier.
Cooling System Add enough oil to bring the level up to the bottom of the check plug holes; refer to Changing the Maintenance Planetary-Gear-Drive Oil (page 67). Install the plugs. Cooling System Safety Checking the Rear Wheel • Swallowing engine coolant can cause poisoning; keep out of reach from children and pets.
Install the radiator cap and expansion-tank cap. Close the hood. Servicing the Engine-Cooling System Service Interval: Every 100 hours Every 2 years Remove debris from the oil radiator/oil cooler daily. Clean them more frequently in dirty conditions. This machine is equipped with a hydraulically-driven fan drive system that automatically (or manually) reverses to reduce the radiator/oil cooler and screen debris buildup.
Brake Maintenance Belt Maintenance Servicing the Alternator Adjusting the Service Belt Brakes Service Interval: After the first 10 hours Adjust the service brakes when there is more than Every 100 hours 25 mm (1 inch) of free travel of the brake pedal, or when the brakes do not work effectively.
Tensioning the Blade-Drive Loosen the eye bolt allowing the removal of the extension spring (Figure 114). Belts Loosen the flange nut securing the stop bolt to the mounting tab and move the idler pulley away Service Interval: After the first 10 hours from the belt to release the belt tension (Figure Every 50 hours...
Toro. This fluid is compatible with the elastomers used System in Toro hydraulic systems and is suitable for a wide-range of temperature conditions. This fluid is compatible with conventional mineral oils, but for Hydraulic Fluid Specifications...
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Use the following Toro replacement filters: oil. Contact your authorized Toro distributor for assistance. • Part No. 94-2621 for the rear (cutting unit) of the...
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Adjusting the Counterbalance Important: Use of any other filter may void the warranty on some components. Pressure Position the machine on a level surface, lower The counterbalance test port is used to test the the cutting units, engage the parking brakes, pressure in the counterbalance circuit (Figure 119).
(Figure 120). plane. Toro recommends a blade pitch of 8 to 11 mm (5/16 to 7/16 inch). That is the back of the blade plane is 8 to 11 mm (5/16 to 7/16 inch) higher than the front.
Servicing the Caster-Arm Bushings The caster arms have bushings pressed into the top and bottom of the tube and after many hours of operation, the bushings develop wear. To check the bushings, move the caster fork back and forth and from side to side.
Servicing the Caster Check the bearings, spacer, and inside of the wheel hub for wear and replace any damaged Wheels and Bearings parts. To assemble the caster wheel, push the bearing Service Interval: Every 800 hours into the wheel hub. Remove the locknut from the bolt holding the Note: When installing the bearings, press on...
, put the PTO lever NEUTRAL Replace the blade if it hits a solid object, is out in the O position, shut off the engine, and of balance, or is bent. Always use genuine Toro remove the key from the ignition.
Examine the cutting ends of the blade carefully, especially where the flat and curved parts of the blade meet (Figure 128). Note: Because sand and abrasive material can wear away the metal that connects the flat and curved parts of the blade, check the blade before using the mower.
Cab Maintenance Note: To raise or lower the blade, add a shim (Part No. 3256-24) between the spindle housing and the bottom of the cutting unit. Continue to check the alignment of the blades and add Cleaning the Cab shims until the tips of the blades are within the required dimension.
Cleaning the Cab Pre-Filter The purpose of the cab pre-filter is to prevent large debris, such as grass and leaves, from entering the cab filters. Rotate the screen cover down. Clean the filter with water. Note: Do not use a pressure washer. Important: If the filter has a hole, tear, or other damage, replace the filter.
Storage Storage Safety • Shut off the engine, remove the key (if equipped), and wait for all movement to stop before you leave the operator’s position. Allow the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it. • Do not store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water heater or other appliance.
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Remove and discard the oil filter. Install a new oil filter. Refill the oil pan with designated quantity of motor oil. Turn the key in the switch to the O position, start the engine, and run it at idle speed for approximately 2 minutes.
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The Toro Company (“Toro”) respects your privacy. When you purchase our products, we may collect certain personal information about you, either directly from you or through your local Toro company or dealer. Toro uses this information to fulfil contractual obligations - such as to register your warranty, process your warranty claim or to contact you in the event of a product recall - and for legitimate business purposes - such as to gauge customer satisfaction, improve our products or provide you with product information which may be of interest.
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While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.
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Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact your Authorized Toro Service Center.