Toro HoverPro 450 Operator's Manual

Toro HoverPro 450 Operator's Manual

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HoverPro 450 Machine
Model No. 02612-Serial No. 315000001 and Up

Introduction

Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid
injury and product damage. You are responsible for
operating the product properly and safely. Keep this
manual for future reference.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com
for product safety and operation training materials,
accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to
register your product.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model
and serial numbers of your product ready.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product.
1. Model and serial number plate
Write the product model and serial numbers in the
space below:
Model No.
Serial No.
© 2017-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Figure 1
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Register at www.Toro.com.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol
(Figure
2), which signals a hazard that may cause
serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
1. Safety alert symbol
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
This product complies with all relevant European
directives. For details, see the separate product
specific Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet.
Net Torque: The gross or net torque of this engine
was laboratory rated by the engine manufacturer in
accordance with the Society of Automotive Engineers
(SAE) J1349. As configured to meet safety, emission,
and operating requirements, the actual engine torque
on this class of machine will be significantly lower.
Go to www.Toro.com to view specifications on your
machine model.
Do not tamper with the engine controls or alter the
governor speed; doing so may create an unsafe
condition resulting in personal injury.
Contents
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Introduction ............................................................... 1
Safety ....................................................................... 2
General Machine Safety ..................................... 2
Sound Pressure.................................................. 4
Sound Power...................................................... 4
Vibration ............................................................. 4
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 5
Setup ........................................................................ 6
1 Assembling the Handle .................................... 6
2 Installing the Footstop...................................... 7
3 Filling the Engine with Oil ................................. 7
Product Overview ..................................................... 8
Original Instructions (EN)
Form No. 3394-825 Rev B
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
All Rights Reserved *3394-825* B
Printed in the UK
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model Important calls attention to special mechanical and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 2: Safety

    To reduce the potential for injury, Stopping the Engine ......... 12 comply with these safety instructions. Operating Tips ..........13 Toro designed and tested this machine to offer Maintenance ............14 reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ... 14 with the following instructions may result in personal Preparing for Maintenance .......
  • Page 3 • If gasoline is spilled, do not attempt to start the a slip and fall accident. Tall grass can hide engine but move the machine away from the obstacles. area of spillage and avoid creating any source of – Use caution near drop-offs, ditches, or ignition until gasoline vapors have dissipated.
  • Page 4: Sound Pressure

    • To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories; they may cause a safety hazard. Hauling •...
  • Page 5: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. decal111-5392 111-5392 1. Warning—Receive training on the product; read the 4. Thrown object hazard; keep bystanders at least 15m (49ft) Operator’s Manual. from the machine.
  • Page 6: Setup

    Setup Repeat for the opposite side. Align the holes on the upper handle with the lower handle. Assembling the Handle No Parts Required Procedure Slide 2 bushings into the frame. g017328 Figure 4 1. Upper handle 4. U-bolt 2. Hand wheel 5.
  • Page 7: Installing The Footstop

    g017337 Figure 5 1. Nut 2. Pan Screw g027774 Figure 6 1. Footstop 4. Bolt 2. Nut 5. Lower handle 3. Washer Installing the Footstop No Parts Required Procedure Filling the Engine with Oil Secure the footstop to the bolt on the right side of the lower handle using a nut and 2 washers (Figure No Parts Required...
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Product Overview g017332 Figure 7 1. Full 3. Low 2. High Slowly pour oil into the oil fill hole, wait 3 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick by wiping the dipstick clean and then inserting, but not screwing in, the oil fill cap into the hole (Figure g017341 Figure 9...
  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications Model Cutting width Product Product Length Weight Engine rpm Cutting width height height range 02612 457 mm (18 574 mm (22.6 1000 mm 1,400 mm (55 17.7 kg (39 3,150 +0/-100 16 mm – inches) inches) (39.3 inches) inches) lbs) 36 mm (0.6 inches –...
  • Page 10: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Adjusting the Cutting Level Height Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING Move the machine to a level surface. Adjusting the cutting height may bring you Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean into contact with moving parts, causing cloth.
  • Page 11: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Place the throttle control to the choke position, ensure that the fuel switch is in the On position. g017329 g017346 Figure 16 Figure 14 Pull the recoil start handle. Hold the engine-stop handle against the handle. Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 12: Adjusting The Choke

    Adjusting the Choke Use the throttle assembly to adjust the choke (Figure 17). g017366 Figure 18 g017367 Figure 17 1. Choke on 2. Choke off Stopping the Engine Service Interval: Before each use or daily To stop the engine, release the control bar (Figure 18).
  • Page 13: Operating Tips

    For best performance, install a new flexi blade before the cutting season begins. • Replace the flexi blade when necessary with a Toro replacement flexi blade. Cutting Grass • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time.
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours • Check the engine oil level. •...
  • Page 15: Preparing For Maintenance

    Preparing for Maintenance Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug (Figure 19) before performing any maintenance procedure. g017339 Figure 20 1. Cover 3. Filter 2. Latch tabs Open the cover. Remove the filter (Figure 20).
  • Page 16: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Tip the machine onto its side, with the dipstick Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head. down, to drain the used oil out through the oil Important: Replace a cracked, fouled, or fill tube. dirty spark plug. Do not clean the electrodes Return the machine to the operating position.
  • Page 17: Cleaning The Machine

    Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Machine for Storage WARNING Gasoline vapors can explode. g029101 • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. Figure 23 • Do not store the machine in an enclosure 1.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine does not start 1. The wire is not connected to the spark 1. Connect the wire to the spark plug. plug. 2. The fuel cap vent hole is plugged. 2. Clean the fuel cap vent hole or replace the fuel cap.
  • Page 19 The Way Toro Uses Information Toro may use your personal information to process warranty claims, to contact you in the event of a product recall and for any other purpose which we tell you about. Toro may share your information with Toro's affiliates, dealers or other business partners in connection with any of these activities. We will not sell your personal information to any other company.
  • Page 20 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 the Toro importer.

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