Using The Self-Propel Drive; Shutting Off The Engine; Recycling The Clippings - Toro 20381 Operator's Manual

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
Note: If the machine does not freely roll backward after
self-propelling, stop walking, hold your hands in place, and
allow the machine to roll a couple of centimeters (inches)
forward to disengage the wheel drive. You can also try
reaching just under the upper handle to the metal handle and
push the machine forward a couple of centimeters (inches).
If the machine still does not roll backward easily, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.

Shutting off the Engine

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
To shut off the engine, release the blade-control bar.
Note: Remove the electric-start button whenever you leave
the machine (electric-start model only).
Important: When you release the blade-control bar, the
engine should shut off and the blade should stop within
3 seconds. If they do not, stop using your machine
immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

Recycling the Clippings

Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle the
grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.
If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it
and lock the side discharge door; refer to
Side-Discharge Chute (page 15)
Important: Ensure that the rear plug is locked in place.
To lock the plug: Raise the rear door
push the plug in until it snaps into place behind the tabs,
and rotate the lever on the plug to the left
(Figure
Figure 20
Removing the
before recycling the clippings.
(Figure 21), firmly
(Figure
20).
1. Rear door
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1. Lever
Note: To unlock the rear plug, rotate the lever on the plug
to the right (Figure
22).
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Figure 21
2. Rear plug
Figure 22
2. Tabs
22).
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