Toro 02656 Operator's Manual
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ProStripe 560 Mower
Model No. 02656—Serial No. 312000001 and Up
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.
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.
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for
information regarding the US Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control
Regulation of emission systems, maintenance, and
warranty. Replacements may be ordered through the engine
manufacturer.

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.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product
and 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. Figure 1 identifies the location of the
model and serial numbers on the product.
© 2012—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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1. Model and serial number plate.
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:
Model No.
Serial No.
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.
For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross
horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the engine
manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1940. As configured
to meet safety, emission, and operating requirements, the
actual engine horsepower on this class of lawn mower will
be significantly lower.
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3373-177 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 1
Figure 2
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the UK
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register Figure 2 your product.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe • Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely. service; however, failure to comply with the following instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 3: Maintenance And Storage

    Only – before clearing blockages or unclogging chute. replace blades. Never straighten or weld them. • – before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn To ensure the best performance and safety, mower. purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and...
  • Page 4: Sound Pressure

    accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories; they may cause a safety hazard. Sound Pressure This unit has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 89 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 2 dBA. The sound pressure level was determined according to the procedures outlined in EN 836.
  • 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. 111–5929 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from 4. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower the machine. blade—operate side to side on slopes; do not operate up and down slopes;...
  • Page 6: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure Unfolding the Handle 1. Insert the frame into the grass bag, keeping the handle above the grass bag (Figure 4). No Parts Required Procedure WARNING...
  • Page 7: Filling The Engine With Oil

    2. Attach the plastic clips to the grass bag frame (Figure 5). 0.15 L g018154 Figure 6 1. Full 2. Add g018153 2. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube, wait 3 minutes, Figure 5 and check the oil level on the dipstick by wiping the dipstick clean and then fully inserting the dipstick into 1.
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Specifications Product Overview Model Weight Length Width Height 02656 112 lb 42.5 in 23 in 61.6 in (51 kg) (108 cm) (58.5 cm) (156.5 cm) g018149 Figure 7 1. Spark plug wire 9. Blade control bar 2. Engine cover 10. Handlebar 3.
  • Page 9: Operation

    Operation Recommended Fuel • For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). • Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE by volume is acceptable. • Do Not use ethanol blends of gasoline (such as E15 or E85) with more than 10% ethanol by volume.
  • Page 10: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be Service Interval: Before each use or daily hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from the 1. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. hot muffler.
  • Page 11: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Using the Self-propel Drive 1. Hold the blade control bar against the handlebar To operate the self-propel drive, squeeze the self-propel drive (Figure 12). bar toward the handle and hold it in place (Figure 13). g018157 Figure 12 g018158 Figure 13 1.
  • Page 12: Stopping The Engine

    WARNING cutting season begins. A worn grass bag could allow debris to be thrown • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro and result in serious personal injury or death to the replacement blade. operator or bystanders. Cutting Grass Check the grass bag frequently.
  • Page 13 WARNING Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade. Mow only in dry conditions. • Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization. • If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try one or more of the following: –...
  • 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: Changing The Engine Oil

    0.15 L g018154 Figure 18 1. Full 2. Add 3. Tip the mower onto its side, with the air filter up, to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube (Figure 19). g018161 Figure 17 1. Knob 3. Cartridge 2.
  • Page 16: Adjusting The Self-Propel Cable

    7. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling center. Adjusting the Self-propel Cable Service Interval: Every 25 hours 1. Stop the engine. 2. Pull the machine backwards while slowly engaging the self-propel bar until the rear rollers lock. The self-propel bar should now be 2.4 in (6 cm) from the handlebar.
  • Page 17: Replacing The Blade

    g018163 g018193 Figure 24 Figure 23 1. Bolt 3. Spacer 1. Metal adjuster 3. Self-propel cable 2. Spring washer 2. Inner nut 6. Assemble the blade with the turned up edges facing Replacing the Blade towards the engine. 7. Secure the new blade in place with the bolt, washer, Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Replace the blade or have and spacer removed previously (Figure 24).
  • Page 18: Cleaning The Mower

    30° - 45° g018196 g018194 Figure 27 Figure 25 4. Slide a screwdriver through the center hole and hold Cleaning the Mower the blade horizontal. A balanced blade will remain horizontal. Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING The mower may dislodge material from under the mower housing.
  • Page 19: Storage

    Storage Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Mower for Storage WARNING Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • Do not store the mower in an enclosure near an open flame.
  • Page 20: Folding The Handle

    Folding the Handle 1. Loosen the handlebar knobs. 2. Rotate the handle forward (Figure 30). Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handlebar knobs as you fold the upper handle. g018166 Figure 30 1. Handlebar knob Removing the Mower from Storage Refer to Setup (page 6) for proper procedures when removing the mower from storage.
  • Page 21 Notes:...
  • Page 22 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.
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  • Page 24: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers 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. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.

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