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Pour obtenir gratuitement une version en français de ce manuel, écrivez à l’adresse ci–dessous. N’oubliez pas d’indiquer les numéros de modèle et de série de votre produit. The Toro Company, Attn: Parts Dept., 8111 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420–1196. Domestic English (EN)
General Operation Two other words are also used to highlight information. “Important” calls attention to special mechanical Read this manual carefully before operating the information and “Note” emphasizes general information mower. Become familiar with the controls and proper worthy of special attention. use of the mower.
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After striking a foreign object or if mower vibrates best performance and continued safety certification of abnormally, stop the engine and remove the wire from the mower, use genuine Toro replacement parts and the spark plug. Check the mower for damage and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made make all repairs before using it again.
Safety and Instruction 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 lost. ON REAR HEIGHT ADJUSTER ON MOWER HOUSING ON MOWER HOUSING ON MOWER HOUSING (Part No.
Leaded gasoline can be Before Starting used if unleaded is not available. Toro also recommends that Toro Stabilizer/Conditioner be used regularly during operation and storage. Toro Stabilizer/Conditioner cleans the engine during operation Initially, the crankcase must be filled with 20 ounces and prevents gum-like varnish deposits from forming (0.6 liters) of SAE 30 oil;...
1/2” (6 mm to 13 mm) below the bottom of the Stabilizer/Conditioner is a petroleum distillate based filler neck. This empty space in the tank allows product. Toro does not recommend stabilizers with an gasoline to expand. alcohol base such as ethanol, methanol, or isopropyl.
3. Pull the starter handle lightly until resistance is felt, Note: Maximum self-propel ground speed is fixed. To then pull it sharply (Fig. 9). Allow the rope return to reduce ground speed, increase the space between the bail the handle slowly. and the handle.
(example: set the front Replace the blade when necessary with an original wheels at the 2 inch setting and the rear wheels at the Toro replacement blade. 2.5 inch setting) Only mow dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves...
Check stopping time every 50 hours or at the start of each mowing season. Blade Blade Brake must stop within 3 seconds of releasing bail; if not, see your Authorized Toro Service Dealer for repair. Grease rear height adjustor brackets Lubrication (self-propelled models).
CAUTION POTENTIAL HAZARD If you leave the wire on the spark plug, someone could start the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Accidental starting of engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Pull the wire off of the spark plug before you do any maintenance. Also push wire aside so it does not accidentally contact spark plug.
Spark Plug Note: This is the only procedure recommended for draining fuel. Use a Champion RJ19LM spark plug or equivalent. The correct air gap is 0.030” (0.76 mm). Remove the plug Change Engine Oil after every 25 operating hours and check its condition. Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation 1.
2. Hold the self–propel bail 1 to 1 / in. (25 to 38 mm) from the handle (Fig. 20). WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Gasoline is extremely flammable, highly explosive and under certain conditions can cause personal injury or property damage. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Tipping the mower may cause fuel leakage from the carburetor or fuel tank.
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Sharpening the Blade Using a file, sharpen top side of the blade and maintain the original cutting angle (Fig. 24). Figure 24 Figure 22 1. Sharpen at this angle only 1. Sail 3. Wear 2. Flat part of blade 4. Slot formed Note: The blade will remain balanced if same amount of material is removed from both cutting edges.
WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating the mower without the accelerator in place could cause the blade to flex, bend, or break. WHAT CAN HAPPEN A broken blade could cause serious injury or death to the operator or bystanders. Figure 27 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD 1.
7. Connect the spark plug wire (Fig. 18). Troubleshooting Your mower was designed and built for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully. If a problem continues, see your Authorized Toro Service Dealer. PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine will not start 1.
1. Adjust self-propelled cable 2. Clean debris from under belt cover. Storage We recommend Toro Fuel Conditioner to stabilize fuel for storage. If possible, the last fuel fill of the year should be treated with Toro Fuel Conditioner. To prepare the lawn mower for off-season storage, Run the fuel tank empty when mowing the last time prior perform the recommended maintenance procedures.
2. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws. 3. Lubricate the wheels. Refer to the Lubricating the Self–Propel Drive section, page 15. 4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces. Paint is available from an Authorized Toro Service Dealer. m–4358 Figure 33 Folding the Handle 1.
4. Remove the screw and nut from side of the mower Accessories may have been shipped with your mower or (Fig. 36). Save them for future use. are available from your Authorized Toro Dealer. For proper installation, follow these instructions. 5. Install four grommets supplied with the grass catcher into the four square holes in the mower (Fig.
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DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD If the side opening cover is not securely clamped in place, debris could be thrown out of the side opening. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Thrown debris can cause serious personal 2010 injury or death to the operator or bystanders. Figure 38 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always ensure that either the side opening...
Check the grass bag frequently. If it is the notch in the bag door latch (Fig. 41). damaged, install a new genuine Toro replacement bag that has this or a similar The discharge door in the mower housing is now open warning.
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3. Lift up on the side opening cover (Fig. 35). DANGER 4. Slide the chute over the opening with the slots in the chute lined up with the tabs under the cover (Fig. 42). POTENTIAL HAZARD If the side opening cover is not securely clamped in place, debris could be thrown out of the side opening.