Cleaning Under The Machine - Toro 22290 Operator's Manual

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Secure the machine from rolling.
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Close the fuel valve before loading the machine
for hauling.

Cleaning under the Machine

To ensure the best performance, keep the underside
of the machine clean. Be especially careful to keep
the kickers free of debris
1. Kickers
Washing Method
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
WARNING
The machine may dislodge material from
under the machine.
• Wear eye protection.
• Stay in the operating position (behind the
handle) while the engine is running.
• Do not allow bystanders in the area.
1. Move the machine to a paved level surface near
a garden hose.
2. Start the engine.
3. Hold the running garden hose at handle level
and direct the water to flow on the ground just in
front of the right, rear wheel
(Figure 18).
Figure 18
(Figure 19).
1. Right, rear wheel
Note:
The blade will draw in water and wash
out the clippings. Let the water run until you
no longer see clippings being washed out from
under the machine.
4. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts
to stop.
5. Turn off the water.
6. Start the machine and let it run for a few minutes
to dry out the underside of the machine.
Scraping Method
If washing does not remove all debris from under the
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machine, scrape it clean.
1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
2. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank.
WARNING
Tipping the machine may cause the fuel
to leak from the carburetor or the fuel
tank. Fuel is extremely flammable, highly
explosive, and, under certain conditions,
can cause personal injury or property
damage.
Avoid fuel spills by running the engine
dry or by removing the fuel with a hand
pump; never siphon.
3. Tip the machine onto its right side (air cleaner
up).
4. Remove the dirt and grass clippings with a
hardwood scraper. Avoid burrs and sharp
edges.
5. Return the machine to the operating position.
6. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
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Figure 19
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