Maintenance; Maintenance Safety; Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S) - Toro Greensmaster Flex 1021 Operator's Manual

Maintenance

WARNING
Failure to properly maintain the machine could result in premature failure of machine systems,
causing possible harm to you or bystanders.
Keep the machine well maintained and in good working order as indicated in these instructions.
Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Important:
Do not tip the machine at an angle greater than 25°. Tipping the machine beyond 25° leads
to oil leaking into the combustion chamber and/or fuel leaking out of the fuel-tank cap.
Important:
Refer to your engine owner's manual for additional maintenance procedures.

Maintenance Safety

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Before you leave the operator's position, do the
following:
– Park the machine on a level surface.
– Move the throttle to the low-idle position.
– Disengage the cutting unit(s).
– Ensure that the traction is in neutral.
– Engage the parking brake.
– Shut off the machine and remove the key (if
equipped).
– Wait for all movement to stop.
•
Allow machine components to cool before
performing maintenance.
•
If possible, do not perform maintenance while the
machine is running. Keep away from moving parts.
•
If the engine must be running to perform a
maintenance adjustment, keep your hands, feet,

Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)

Maintenance Service
Interval
After the first 20 hours
Before each use or daily
Every 50 hours
Every 100 hours
Every 300 hours
Maintenance Procedure
• Change the engine oil.
• Check the engine-oil level.
• Inspect the air-filter elements.
• Clean the air-filter elements.
• Change the engine oil.
• Inspect and adjust the spark plug; replace it if necessary.
• Replace the paper filter element (More frequently in dusty operating conditions).
• Replace the spark plug.
clothing, and any parts of the body away from the
cutting unit, attachments, and any moving parts.
Keep bystanders away.
•
Clean grass and debris from the cutting unit, drive,
muffler, cooling screen, and the engine to help
prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
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Keep all parts in good working condition. Replace
all worn, damaged, or missing parts and decals.
Keep all hardware tight to ensure that the machine
is in safe working condition.
•
Check the grass catcher components frequently
and replace them when necessary.
•
To ensure safe, optimal performance of the
machine, use only genuine Toro replacement
parts. Replacement parts made by other
manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use
could void the product warranty.
•
If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is
desired, contact an authorized Toro distributor.
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