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HoverPro 550 Machine
Model No. 02611—Serial No. 315000001 and Up

Introduction

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birth defects, or reproductive harm.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Important: This engine is not equipped with a spark
arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine
on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered
land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.
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maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and
product damage. You are responsible for operating the
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Summary of Contents for Toro 02611 HoverPro 550

  • Page 1: Introduction

    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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    • to meet safety, emission, and operating requirements, the All operators and mechanics should be trained. The actual engine horsepower on this class machine will be owner is responsible for training the users. significantly lower. • Never let children or untrained people operate or service the equipment.
  • Page 3: Children

    • • Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. slopes.
  • Page 4: Hauling

    • Examine the machine regularly and replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Use only Toro genuine spare parts. Hauling • Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or a truck.
  • 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. 111-5393 1. Warning—Receive training on the product; read the 4. Thrown object hazard; keep bystanders away from the Operator’s Manual. machine. 2.
  • Page 6: Setup

    Setup Assembling the Handle No Parts Required Procedure 1. Slide 2 bushes into the frame. g017328 Figure 4 1. Upper handle 4. U bolt 2. Hand wheel 5. Lower handle 3. Washer 5. Fit the U bolt through the upper and lower handle and secure it with a washer and a hand wheel.
  • Page 7: Installing The Footstop

    Max. fill: 0.59 L (20 oz), type: SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher. 1. Move the machine to a level surface. Installing the Footstop 2. Remove the dipstick (Figure No Parts Required Procedure...
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Filling the Fuel Tank DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or machine directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
  • Page 9: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. 3. Insert, but do not screw in, the dipstick into the oil fill hole.
  • Page 10: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height WARNING Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the blade, causing serious injury. • Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. • Wear gloves while handling the blade. CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you.
  • Page 11: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine 1. Place the throttle control to the choke position, ensure that the fuel switch is in the ‘On’ position. g017329 g017346 Figure 16 Figure 14 4. Pull the recoil start handle. 2. 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 Stopping the Engine Use the throttle assembly to adjust the choke (Figure 17). Service Interval: Before each use or daily To stop the engine, release the blade control bar (Figure 18). Important: When you release the engine stop handle, both the engine and blade should stop within 3 seconds.
  • Page 13: Operating Tips

    • For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade. Cutting Grass • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do not cut below the 32 mm (1.25 inch) setting unless the grass...
  • 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. • Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade control bar. Before each use or daily •...
  • Page 15: Preparing For Maintenance

    Preparing for Maintenance 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. 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 2.
  • Page 16: Servicing The Spark Plug

    6. Return the machine to the operating position. 7. 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.
  • Page 17: Cleaning The Machine

    Storage Important: A bolt torqued to 25 N-m (18 ft-lb) is very tight. While holding the blade with a block of wood, put your weight behind the ratchet or Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. wrench and tighten the bolt securely. This bolt is very difficult to overtighten.
  • 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 Notes:...
  • 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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