Adjusting The Cutting Height; During Operation; During Operating Safety - Toro 20340 Operator's Manual

Figure 12
1. Full
2. High
3. Remove the dipstick and read the oil level on the
dipstick end (Figure
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If the oil is below the Add mark on the dipstick,
slowly pour a small amount of oil into the oil-fill
tube, wait 3 minutes, and then repeat steps 3
through 5 until the oil level is at the Full mark on
the dipstick.
•
If the oil is above the Full mark on the dipstick,
drain the excess oil until the oil level is at the Full
mark on the dipstick. To drain the excess oil, refer
to Changing the Engine Oil (page
Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too
low or too high and you run the engine, you may
damage the engine.
4. Install the dipstick securely.

Adjusting the Cutting Height

CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the muffler will be
hot and can severely burn you.
Keep away from the hot muffler.
Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set the front wheels to
the same height as the rear wheels
Note: To raise the machine, move the front cutting-height
levers rearward and the rear cutting-height levers forward;
to lower the machine, move the front cutting-height levers
forward and the rear cutting-height levers rearward.
3. Low
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(Figure 13).
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1. Raise the machine
Note: The cutting-height settings are 25 mm (1 inch); 35
mm (1-3/8 inches); 44 mm (1-3/4 inches); 54 mm (2-1/8
inches); 64 mm (2-1/2 inches); 73 mm (2-7/8 inches); 83 mm
(3-1/4 inches); 92 mm (3-5/8 inches); and 102 mm (4 inches).

During Operation

During Operating Safety

General Safety
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Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection;
slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and hearing
protection. Tie back long hair, secure loose clothing, and
do not wear jewelry.
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Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
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The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in
serious personal injury. Shut off the engine and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
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When you release the blade-control bar, the engine should
shut off and the blade should stop within 3 seconds. If
not, stop using your machine immediately and contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
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Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate the
machine when there is the risk of lightning.
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Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and
contact the blade. Avoid mowing in wet conditions.
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Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view.
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Figure 13
2. Lower the machine
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