Table Of Contents; Safety; General Safety - Toro HoverPro 400 Operator's Manual

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 J1349.
As configured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine horsepower on this
class machine will be significantly lower.
Contents
Introduction ............................................................... 1
Safety ....................................................................... 2
General Safety ................................................... 2
Before Operation Safety ..................................... 3
During Operating Safety ..................................... 3
After Operating Safety ........................................ 4
Maintenance Safety............................................ 4
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 5
Setup ........................................................................ 7
1 Assembling the Handle .................................... 7
2 Filling the Engine with Oil ................................. 7
Product Overview ..................................................... 8
Specifications .................................................... 9
Operation .................................................................. 9
Filling the Fuel Tank ............................................ 9
Checking the Engine Oil Level .......................... 10
Adjusting the Cutting Height ............................. 10
Starting the Engine ............................................11
Adjusting the Handle Position ........................... 12
Shutting Off the Engine..................................... 12
Operating Tips ................................................. 13
Maintenance ........................................................... 14
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ........... 14
Preparing for Maintenance ............................... 14
Replacing the Air Cleaner ................................. 15
Changing the Engine Oil ................................... 15
Servicing the Spark Plug................................... 16
Replacing the Nylon Cutting String ................... 16
Cleaning the Machine ....................................... 16
Storage ................................................................... 17
Preparing the Machine for Storage ................... 17
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 18

Safety

The following safety section is adapted from ANSI
B71.4-2012 and EN 14910.

General Safety

This product is capable of injuring hands and feet
and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious personal injury.
Using this product for purposes other than its intended
use could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.
•
Read and understand the contents of this
Operator's Manual before starting the engine.
•
Do not put your hands or feet near moving
components of the machine.
•
Do not operate the machine without all guards
and other safety protective devices in place and
working on the machine.
•
Keep clear of any discharge opening. Keep
bystanders a safe distance away from the
machine.
•
Keep children out of the operating area. Never
allow children to operate the machine.
•
Stop the machine and shut off the engine before
servicing, fueling, or unclogging the machine.
Improperly using or maintaining this machine can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always pay
attention to the safety-alert symbol, which means
Caution, Warning, or Danger-personal safety
instruction. Failure to comply with these instructions
may result in personal injury or death.
You can find additional items of safety information in
their respective sections throughout this manual.
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