Cleaning The Machine - Toro 02656 Operator's Manual

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4. Slide a screwdriver through the center hole and hold
the blade horizontal.
Note: A balanced blade will remain horizontal.
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Figure 25
5. Sharpen the heavy end until the blade is correctly
balanced.
Note: If the blade is not balanced, the heavy end will
rotate down.
30° - 45°

Cleaning the Machine

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
The machine may dislodge material from under the
machine housing.
• Wear eye protection.
• Stay in the operating position (behind the
• Do not allow bystanders in the area.
For best results, clean the machine soon after you have
completed mowing.
Note: Never spray the engine with water during cleaning.
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WARNING
handle) when the engine is running.
Clean up any oil or fuel spill.
Remove all grass and debris from the engine including
the exhaust/exhaust guard, the air ways in the top cowl,
and the surrounding deck using a brush or compressed
air (Figure 27).