Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive; Replacing The Blade - Toro Recycler 20952 Operator's Manual

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Adjusting the Self-propel Drive

If your machine does not self-propel properly, adjust the

self-propel drive cable.

1. Loosen the nut on the cable mount (Figure 36).

Figure 36

1. Cable mount

2. Pull the upper handle back fully rearward.

Note: If the handle does not move smoothly, refer

to Lubricating the Upper Handle (page 15).

3. Pull the cable jacket downward until you remove the

slack in the exposed cable (Figure 37).

1. Exposed cable

4. Push the cable jacket upward 3 mm (1/8 inch).

Note: You can place a ruler against the upper side of

the black cable mount and measure how far the upper

end of the cable jacket moves (Figure 38).

1. Cable mount

Note: Moving the cable jacket upward decreases the

ground speed; moving the jacket downward increases

the ground speed.

5. Tighten the nut firmly.

6. Start the machine and check the adjustment.

Note: If the self-propel drive is not properly adjusted,

repeat this procedure.

Service Interval: Yearly

Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the

blade properly . If you do not have a torque wrench or

are uncomfortable performing this procedure, contact

an Authorized Service Dealer.

Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline. If the

blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately. If the

blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or replace it.

Figure 37

Figure 38

2. Cable jacket

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