Adjusting The Handle Height; Starting The Engine; Using The Self-Propel Drive; Stopping The Engine - Toro 20837 Operator's Manual

Note: The approximate cutting height settings are A= 25
mm (1 inch); B= 38 mm (1-1/2 inch); C=51 mm (2 inches);
D=64 mm (2-1/2 inches); E=83 mm (3-1/4 inches); F=95
mm (3-3/4 inches); and G=108 mm (4-1/4 inches).

Adjusting the Handle Height

You may raise or lower the upper handle to a position
comfortable for you.
Rotate the handle lock, move the handle to 1 of 3 positions,
and lock the handle into position (Figure 12).
Figure 12
1. Handle lock

Starting the Engine

1. Turn the fuel valve lever to the On position (Figure 13).
Figure 13
2. Hold the blade control bar against the handle and pull
the recoil starter (Figure 14).
2. Handle positions
1. Blade-control bar
Note: If the mower does not start, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.

Using the Self-propel Drive

To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands
on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the
machine will automatically keep pace with you (Figure 15 ).

Stopping the Engine

Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Ensure that
the engine stops within 3 seconds after
releasing the blade control bar.
To stop the engine, release the blade-control bar (Figure 16).
Important: When you release the blade-control bar,
both the engine and blade should stop within 3 seconds.
If they do not stop properly, stop using your machine
immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Figure 14
Figure 15