Storage; Troubleshooting - Toro Groundsmaster 120 Operator's Manual

Important The grass deflector must be spring-loaded
in the down position. Lift the deflector up to test that it
snaps to the full down position.
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Figure 36
1. Bolt
2. Deflector Mount
3. Spring
4. Cone Locknut

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM
Abnormal vibration.
Uneven cutting height. g g
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5. Pivot Bracket
6. Carriage Bolt
7. Locknut
POSSIBLE CAUSES
1. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent or
unbalanced.
2. Blade mounting bolt is loose.
3. Engine mounting bolts are
loose.
4. Loose engine pulley, idler
pulley, or blade pulley.
5. Engine pulley is damaged.
6. Blade spindle bent.
1. Blade(s) not sharp.
2. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent.
3. Mower is not level.
4. Underside of mower is dirty.
5. Tire pressure is incorrect.
6. Blade spindle bent.

Storage

1. Clean any dirt and chaff from the top of the mower.
2. Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt from the
underside of the mower, then wash the mower with a
garden hose.
3. Check the condition of the blades. Refer to Servicing
the Cutting Blades on page 12.
4. Check the condition of the drive and deck belts.
5. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts and screws. Repair or
replace any part that is damaged or defective.
6. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
7. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage
area. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
1. Install new cutting blade(s).
2. Tighten blade mounting bolt.
3. Tighten engine mounting bolts.
4. Tighten the appropriate pulley.
5. Contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
6. Contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
1. Sharpen blade(s).
2. Install new cutting blade(s).
3. Level mower from side-to-side
and front-to-rear.
4. Clean the underside of the
mower.
5. Adjust tire pressure.
6. Contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
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