Contents Introduction Page Thank you for choosing a Toro product. We want you to be completely satisfied with your new purchase. Introduction ....... . .
ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1—1998 and ISO standard refuelling. 5395:1990(E). Information or terminology specific to Toro lawn mowers is enclosed in parenthesis. – Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add gasoline while the This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and engine is running or when the engine is hot.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, slopes. or roads. Do not mow excessively steep slopes. Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the mower towards you.
Directive To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase 84/538/EEC and amendments. only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Do not use “will fit” parts and accessories; they Vibration Level may cause a safety hazard.
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Throw or flying objects — Engage Whole body exposure Thrown or flying objects — Rotary side-mounted Disengage mower. Keep deflector shield in place. Stop engine before Battery charging leaving operator position. condition Hourmeter/elapsed Fuel operating hours Fast Neutral Slow First gear Decreasing/Increasing Second gear Grease lubrication point...
Turn key in ignition Choke switch. Primer (start aid) Move control. Push primer three times. Pull rope. Properly dispose of Wheel batteries. Insert key in ignition Wheel traction switch. Assembly Note: Determine the left and right sides of the lawn mower by standing in the operating position. Installing the Handle 1.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the cables are routed on the 3. Adjust the cable. Refer to Adjusting the Self-propel inside of the handles and that the starter rope is to the Cable on page 18. outside (Fig. 3). Before Starting Filling the Crankcase with Oil The crankcase can hold 20 ounces (0.59 liters) of oil.
Filling the Fuel Tank with DANGER Gasoline POTENTIAL HAZARD For best results, use clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline, When fueling, under certain circumstances, a including oxygenated or reformulated gasoline, with an static charge can develop, igniting the gasoline. octane rating of 87 or higher. To ensure freshness, purchase only the quantity of gasoline that you expect to WHAT CAN HAPPEN use in 30 days.
Note: 5. Install the fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled Do not use the primer to start a warm engine after a gasoline. brief shutdown. However, cool weather may require you to prime the engine again. 6. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 3.
Replace the blade when necessary with an original 1-1/2 in. (38 mm); 2 in. (51 mm); 2-1/2 in. (64 mm); Toro replacement blade. 3 in. (76 mm); and 3-1/2 in. (89 mm). Only mow dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves...
Clean the air filter frequently. Mulching stirs up more If you mow over oak leaves, you can add lime to the clippings and dust which clogs the air filter and grass in the spring to reduce the acidity of the leaves. reduces engine performance.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Each Service Item Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Check the engine oil before each use. Drain and refill engine crankcase with Engine Oil fresh oil after first five hours of operation. Thereafter, change every 50 hours or yearly.
Draining the Oil above the Lawn Mower POTENTIAL HAZARD Deck The blade is sharp. Note: Toro recommends this procedure for draining the WHAT CAN HAPPEN engine oil. Contact with a sharp blade can cause serious personal injury. 1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 7).
1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 7). 2. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank; refer to steps 1 through 4 of Emptying the Fuel Tank on page 19. 3. Tip the lawn mower onto its left side and secure it to prevent it from falling.
Maintaining the Blade 4. Remove the dirt and grass clippings with a hardwood scraper. Avoid burrs and sharp edges. Always mow with a straight, sharp blade. A sharp blade IMPORTANT: Move the blade as little as possible to cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass avoid future starting problems.
Inspecting the Blade Carefully examine the blade for sharpness and wear, especially where the flat and the curved parts meet (Fig. 20A). 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 lawn mower.
2. If either end of the blade rotates downward, file that IMPORTANT: Excess grease may prevent the wheel end (not the cutting edge or the end near the cutting clutch from properly operating. edge). The blade is properly balanced when neither end drops.
3. Remove the cap from the fuel tank (Fig. 6). 4. Use a pump-type syphon to drain the fuel into a clean approved gasoline container. 5. Connect the wire onto the spark plug. 6. Run the engine until it stops. 7.
Troubleshooting Toro designed and built your lawn mower for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully. If a problem continues, see your Authorized Service Dealer. PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine will not start 1. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.
Storage To prepare the lawn mower for off-season storage, perform the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer to Maintenance on page 13. 1009 Store the lawn mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the lawn mower to keep it clean and protected. Figure 28 Preparing the Fuel System 4.
Folding the Handle WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can pinch, stretch, or damage one or more of the cables. 1684 WHAT CAN HAPPEN Figure 31 Any pinched, stretched, or damaged cable may cause an operational failure that results in an unsafe operating condition.
Accessories 5. Remove the screw and nut from side of the lawn mower (Fig. 33). Save them for future use. 6. Install four grommets supplied with the grass catcher Accessories may have been shipped with your lawn into the four square holes in the lawn mower (Fig. 34). mower or are available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
12. Secure the front right corner of the discharge tunnel and the side opening cover with the side cover clamp DANGER removed previously and the long knob supplied with the grass catcher (Fig. 36) POTENTIAL HAZARD Thrown objects may result if the discharge door does not close completely.
Check the grass bag frequently. If it is 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 7). damaged, install a new genuine Toro replacement bag that has this or a similar 3. Open the side opening cover and remove the side warning.
Using the Discharge Tunnel 5. Remove the knob, then install the side cover clamp and the knob, securing the side opening cover Plug (Fig. 32 and 40). 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 7) 3.