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Form No. 3369-191 Rev B
TimeMaster™ 30in Lawn Mower
Model No. 20199—Serial No. 31200001 and Up
Model No. 20200—Serial No. 31200001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Introduction
This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is intended to be used by residential homeowners.
It is designed primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns on residential properties. It is not designed for cutting brush or for agricultural uses.
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your machine properly and to avoid injury and equipment damage. You are responsible for operating the machine 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 machine ready.
Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial
numbers on the product. Write the numbers in the space provided.
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
Figure 2
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention.
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.
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Figure 1
1.
Model and serial number plate
Model No.
Serial No.
© 2012—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
G017280
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.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
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.
For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the
Register at www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved
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.
Do not tamper with the engine controls or alter the governor speed; doing so may create an unsafe condition resulting in personal injury.
Safety
This machine meets or exceeds the CPSC blade safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn mowers and the B71.1 specifications of the American National
Standards Institute in effect at the time of production.
Read and understand the contents of this manual before you start the engine.
The safety alert symbol (Figure 2) is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. Improperly using or maintaining this machine could result in injury or death. To reduce this potential, comply with the following safety instructions.
The following instructions have been adapted from the
ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1-2003.
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
General Operation
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc., which could be thrown by the blades. Stay behind the handle when the engine is running.
• Be sure that the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.
• Do not operate the machine barefooted or while wearing sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
• Do not pull the machine backward unless it is absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while moving backward.
• Never direct discharged material toward anyone.
Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces.
• Do not operate the machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety protective devices in place and working.
• Never leave a running machine unattended.
• Stop the engine and wait until the blades come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard.
• Operate the machine only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Never operate the machine in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing. Walk, never run.
• Disengage the drive system, if so equipped, before starting the engine.
• If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check for the cause immediately.
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
• Always wear eye protection when operating the machine.
• Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If you see lightning or hear thunder in the area, do not operate the machine; seek shelter.
• See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to slip-and-fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
• Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip-and-fall accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
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• Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes.
Poor footing could cause a slip-and-fall accident.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. You could lose your footing or balance.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.
Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
• Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.
Service
Safe Handling of Gasoline
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.
• Use only an approved gasoline container.
• Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
• Never refuel the machine indoors.
• Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water heater or on other appliances.
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
• Never overfill the fuel tank. Replace the fuel tank cap and tighten it securely.
WARNING
Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.
Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed area.
General Service
• Never operate the machine in an enclosed area.
• Keep all nuts and bolts tight to ensure that the equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
• Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris. Clean up oil or fuel spills and remove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow the machine to cool before storing.
• If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair the machine, if necessary, before starting.
• Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Disconnect the spark-plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
• Check the grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace them with manufacturer's recommended parts when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.
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Safety and Instructional Decals
Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals.
Manufacturer's Mark
1.
Indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
114-7982
1.
Warning—read the Operator's Manual .
2.
Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine.
3.
Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—disconnect the spark-plug wire and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.
4.
Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts.
5.
Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—do not operate up and down slopes; operate side to side on slopes; stop the engine before leaving the operating position; and look behind you when backing up.
94-8072
108-8117
117–2718
120-9570
1.
Warning—stay away from moving parts, keep all guards and shields in place.
1.
Engine—stop
2.
Engine—run
108-9751
Electric-start model only
3.
Engine—start
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104-7953
Electric-start model only
1.
Warning—read the Operator's Manual for information on charging the battery; contains lead; do not discard.
2.
Read the Operator's Manual.
Setup
Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine.
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Assembling the Handle
No Parts Required
Procedure
WARNING
Assembling and unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition.
• Do not damage the cables when unfolding the handle.
• If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized
Service Dealer.
1. Rotate the upper handle so that it nests together
with the lower handle (Figure 3), and tighten both
knobs on the handle to lock the upper handle in
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1.
Upper handle
2
Figure 3
2.
Knob (2)
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1
G016551
Figure 4
1.
Handle-lock lever
2. Release the handle-lock lever (Figure 4).
3. Pull the handle rearward and lock it into position
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2
Installing the Blade-control
Bar
No Parts Required
Procedure
Install the blade-control bar into the upper handle
Note: Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF,
SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.
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Figure 6
3. Wipe off the dipstick end with a clean cloth.
4. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, and screw it in until it stops.
5. Remove the dipstick and read the oil level on the
G017217
Figure 5
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Filling the Engine with Oil
Parts needed for this procedure:
20 fl.
oz.
Engine oil
Procedure
Important: This machine
does not
come with oil in the engine. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil.
1. Move the machine to a level surface.
2. Remove the dipstick (Figure 6) and pour about 3/4
of the crankcase capacity of oil into the oil-fill tube.
Figure 7
1.
The oil level is too low; add oil to the crankcase.
2.
The oil level is too high; remove oil from the crankcase.
3.
The oil level is correct.
• If the oil level is too low, add a small amount of oil slowly to the oil-fill tube, and then repeat
steps 3 through 5 until the oil level is correct as shown in Figure 7.
• If the oil level is too high, drain the excess oil until you obtain the correct oil level on the dipstick. To drain the excess oil, refer to
Changing the Engine Oil (page 17).
Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine.
6. Install the dipstick securely by hand.
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4
Charging the Battery
No Parts Required
Procedure
Electric-start model only
Refer to Charging the Battery (page 18).
Product Overview
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2
3
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Figure 9
Upper handle
1.
Traction-assist handle
2.
Blade-control bar lock
3.
Blade-control bar
4.
Ignition switch
1
2
6
7
9
4
5
3
1
2
10
1 1
12
13
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Figure 8
1.
Side-discharge deflector
2.
Spark plug
15
9.
Ignition switch
10.
Battery (not shown; electric-start model only)
11.
Rear cutting-height lever 3.
Dipstick/oil-fill tube (not shown)
4.
Recoil-start handle
5.
Fuel-tank cap
6.
Handle-lock lever
7.
Handle knob (2)
8.
Upper handle
12.
Rear-discharge deflector
13.
Fuse
14.
Air filter
15.
Washout port
16.
Front cutting-height lever
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1.
Grass bag
2.
Rear-discharge plug
(installed)
Figure 10
3.
Side-discharge chute
4.
Battery charger
(electric-start model only)
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Operation
Filling the Fuel Tank
DANGER
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others.
• To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or mower directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
• Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold.
Wipe up spills.
• Do not handle gasoline when smoking or around an open flame or sparks.
• Store gasoline in an approved fuel container, out of the reach of children.
• 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.
Performance problems and/or engine damage may result, which may not be covered under warranty.
• Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
• Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or in fuel containers over the winter unless fuel stabilizer has been added to the fuel.
• Do not add oil to gasoline.
Important: To reduce starting problems, add a fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with gasoline less than 30 days old.
1. Clean around the fuel tank cap, and remove the cap
1/4 inch (6 mm)
Figure 11
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2. Fill the fuel tank, leaving at least 1/4 inch (6 mm) from the bottom of the neck empty to allow the
gasoline room to expand (Figure 11).
3. Install the fuel tank cap and tighten it securely by hand.
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.
1. Move the machine to a level surface.
2. Remove the dipstick (Figure 12).
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G017514
Figure 12
3. Wipe off the dipstick end with a clean cloth.
4. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube and screw it
in until it stops. (Figure 12).
5. Remove the dipstick and read the oil level; refer to
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2
3
4
5
6
7
Figure 13
1.
The oil level is too low; add oil to the crankcase.
2.
The oil level is too high; remove oil from the crankcase.
3.
The oil level is correct.
• If the oil level is too low, add a small amount of oil slowly to the oil-fill tube, and then repeat
steps 3 through 5 until the oil level is correct as
• If the oil level is too high, drain the excess oil until you obtain the correct oil level on the dipstick; to drain the excess oil, refer to
Changing the Engine Oil (page 17).
Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine.
6. Install the dipstick securely by hand.
Adjusting the Cutting Height
WARNING
Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blades, causing serious injury.
• Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height.
Adjust the cutting height as desired; refer to
Note: To raise the machine, move the front and rear cutting height levers forward; to lower the machine, move the cutting height levers rearward. Set the front and rear wheels to the same height unless special circumstances require otherwise; refer to
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Figure 14
Front cutting-height lever
1.
4 inches (10.2 cm)
2.
3-1/2 inches (8.9 cm))
3.
3 inches (7.6 cm))
4.
2-1/2 inches (6.4 cm)
5.
2 inches (5.1 cm)
6.
1-1/2 inches (3.8 cm)
7.
1 inch (2.5 cm)
1
2
3 4
5
6
7
G017635
Figure 15
Rear cutting-height lever
1.
4 inches (10.2 cm)
2.
3-1/2 inches (8.9 cm))
3.
3 inches (7.6 cm))
4.
2-1/2 inches (6.4 cm)
5.
2 inches (5.1 cm)
6.
1-1/2 inches (3.8 cm)
7.
1 inch (2.5 cm)
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Adjusting the Handle Height
You can raise or lower the handle to a position more comfortable for you.
1. Pull the handle-lock lever rearward to disengage the
1
2
G017516
Figure 17
3
1.
Handle-lock lever
2.
Handle-lock pin (2)
G016488
Figure 16
3.
Notches
2. Rotate the handle and align the desired notch in the handle bracket to the handle-lock pins; refer to
3. Release the handle-lock lever to secure the handle in place.
Starting the Engine
Standard Model
Pull the recoil handle slowly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply. Allow the rope to return to the engine slowly.
Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Electric-start Model
You can start the engine on an electric-start model by using either the ignition key or the recoil-start handle.
• Ignition Key: Turn and hold the ignition key to the
Start position (Figure 17); when the engine starts,
release the key.
Important: Do not attempt to start the engine with the blade-control bar engaged; otherwise, you may blow the fuse.
Note: Do not hold the ignition key in the Start position for longer than 5 seconds to prevent burning out the starter motor.
• Recoil-start Handle:
1. Turn the ignition key to the Run position
2. Pull the recoil handle slowly to the rear until you feel resistance, then pull sharply. Allow the rope to return to the engine slowly.
Using the Self-propel Drive
To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands gripping the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the machine will automatically keep pace
Note: You can self-propel the machine with the blades engaged or disengaged.
Figure 18
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Note: Use the traction-assist handle in situations when you need more control than you have with the self-propel drive alone.
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Stopping the Engine
Standard Model
Press the toggle switch (Figure 19) to the Stop position
and hold it until the engine stops.
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1
2
1.
Blade-control bar lock
Figure 21
2.
Blade-control bar g016484
2.
Slowly pull the blade-control bar back to the handle
3. Hold the blade-control bar against the handle
Figure 19
Electric-start Model
1. Turn the key to the Off position (Figure 20).
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Disengaging the Blade
Release the blade-control bar (Figure 23).
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Figure 20
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Figure 23
2. When the engine stops, remove the ignition key and take it with you when you leave the machine.
Engaging the Blade
When you start your engine, the blades do not turn. You must engage the blades to mow.
1. Pull the blade-control-bar lock back to the
blade-control bar (Figure 21).
Important: When you release the blade-control bar, the blades 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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Checking the Blade-stop
System Operation
Before each use, check that the blades stop within 3 seconds of releasing the blade-control bar.
Using the Grass Bag
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
You can use the grass bag to check the blade-stop system.
1. Remove the rear-discharge plug.
2. Install the empty grass bag on the machine.
3. Start the engine.
4. Engage the blades.
Note: The bag should begin to inflate, indicating that the blades are rotating.
5. While watching the bag, release the blade-control bar.
Note: If the bag does not deflate within 3 seconds of releasing the blade-control bar, the blade-stop system may be deteriorating and, if ignored, could result in an unsafe operating condition. Have the machine inspected and serviced by an Authorized
Service Dealer.
6. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Note: If the newspaper ball did not go under the
machine, repeat steps 4 through 10.
11. If the newspaper is unravelled or shredded, the blades did not stop properly, which could result in an unsafe operating condition. Contact an Authorized
Service Dealer.
Recycling the Clippings
This machine comes from the factory ready to recycle grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. To prepare the machine to recycle:
• If the side-discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and lower the side-discharge deflector ; refer
to Removing the Side-discharge Chute (page 14).
• If the grass bag is on the machine, remove it; refer
• If the rear-discharge plug is not installed, grip it by the handle, raise the rear deflector, and insert it into the rear-discharge chute until the latch locks into
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Not Using the Grass Bag
1. Move the machine onto a paved surface in a non-windy area.
2. Set all 4 wheels to the 3-1/2 inch (89 mm) cutting height setting.
3. Take a half sheet of newspaper and crumple it into a ball small enough to go under the machine (about 3 inches or 75 mm in diameter).
4. Place the newspaper ball about 5 inches (13 cm) in front of the machine.
5. Start the engine.
6. Engage the blades.
7. Release the blade-control bar and begin counting out
3 seconds.
8. On the count of 3, push the machine quickly forward over the newspaper.
9. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
10. Go to the front of the machine and check the newspaper ball.
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1.
Rear deflector
2 3
Figure 24
3.
The rear-discharge plug installed
2.
Insert the rear-discharge plug
WARNING
Ensure that the rear-discharge plug is in place before you recycle the clippings. Never engage the blades without either the rear-discharge plug or the grass bag installed.
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Bagging the Clippings
Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn.
WARNING
A worn grass bag could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown toward the operator or bystanders and result in serious personal injury or death.
Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag.
If the side-discharge chute is on the mower, remove it before bagging the clippings; refer to
Removing the Side-discharge Chute (page 14).
WARNING
The blades are sharp; contacting the blades can result in serious personal injury.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
Installing the Grass Bag
1. Raise and hold up the rear deflector (Figure 25).
1
3
1.
Rear deflector
2.
Rear-discharge plug
2
Figure 25
3.
Latch
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1.
Bag rod
1 2
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Figure 26
2.
Notch (2)
4. Lower the rear deflector until it rests on the grass bag.
Removing the Grass Bag
To remove the bag, reverse the steps in Installing the
Grass Bag above.
Side-discharging the Clippings
Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass.
If the bag is on the machine, remove it and insert
the rear-discharge plug; refer to (page 8) before
side-discharging the clippings.
Important: Ensure that the rear-discharge plug is
in place before you recycle the clippings (Figure 24).
WARNING
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
Installing the Side-discharge Chute
With the chute in your right hand:
1. Lift open the side-discharge deflector (Figure 27).
2. Remove the rear-discharge plug by pulling down on the latch with your thumb and pulling the plug out
3. Install the bag rod into the notches at the base of the handle and rock the bag back and forth to ensure that the rod is seated at the bottom of both notches;
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Operating Tips
General Mowing Tips
• Clear the area of loose sticks, branches, stones, wire, twine, and other debris that the blades could hit.
• Avoid striking solid objects with the blades. Never deliberately mow over any object.
• If the machine strikes an object or starts to vibrate, immediately stop the engine, disconnect the wire from the spark plug, and examine the machine for damage.
• For best performance, install new Toro replacement blades for your model before the cutting season begins.
• Replace the blades when necessary with Toro replacement blades.
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Figure 27
1.
Side-discharge deflector 2.
Side-discharge chute
2. Install the side-discharge chute as shown in
Figure 27 and Figure 28, and close the deflector onto
the chute.
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Figure 28
Removing the Side-discharge Chute
To remove the side-discharge chute, reverse the steps in
Installing the Side-discharge Chute above.
Cutting Grass
• Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time.
Do not cut below the 2 inch (51 mm) setting unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down.
• When cutting grass over 6 inches (15 cm) tall, mow at the highest cutting height setting and walk slower; then mow again at a lower setting for the best lawn appearance. If the grass is too long, the machine may plug and cause the engine to stall.
• 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:
– Replace the blades or have them sharpened.
– Walk at a slower pace while mowing.
– Raise the cutting height on your machine.
– Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath with each pass.
– Set the cutting height on the front wheels a notch lower than the rear wheels.
– Cut the grass more frequently.
• Cut only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the machine to plug or the engine to stall.
WARNING
Mowing wet grass or leaves can lead to serious injury if you slip and contact the blade. Mow only in dry conditions.
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Cutting Leaves
• After cutting a leaf-covered lawn, ensure that at least half of the lawn shows through the cut leaves. You may need to mow the leaves again.
• If there are more than 5 inches (13 cm) of leaves on the lawn, set the front cutting height 1 or 2 notches higher than the rear cutting height.
• Slow down your mowing speed if the mower does not cut the leaves finely enough.
Maintenance
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)
Maintenance Service
Interval
After the first 5 hours
Maintenance Procedure
Before each use or daily
Every 25 hours
Every 50 hours
Before storage
Yearly
• Change the engine oil.
• Check the engine oil level.
• Check the blade-stop system operation.
• Check the air cleaner and clean or replace it, if necessary.
• Check the cutting blades.
• Wash underneath the machine.
• Charge the battery (electric-start model only).
• Change the engine oil.
• Service the blade-drive system.
• Charge the battery (electric-start model only).
• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before annual storage.
• Service the air filter; replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.
• Change the engine oil.
• Replace the blades or have them sharpened (more frequently if the blade edges dull quickly).
• Check the spark plug (use a Champion RC12YC, NGK BKR5SE-11, or equivalent); refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual.
• Refer to your Engine Operator’s Manual for additional maintenance procedures.
Important: Refer to the
Engine Operator’s Manual
for additional maintenance procedures.
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Preparing for Maintenance
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug
Servicing the Air Filter
Service Interval: Yearly
Before each use or daily
1. Loosen the fastener and remove the air filter cover
1
2
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1
Figure 29
3
1.
Spark-plug wire
4
Important: Before tipping the mower to change the oil or replace the blades, allow the fuel tank to run dry through normal usage. If you must tip the mower prior to running out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump to remove the fuel. Always tip the mower onto its side so that the air filter is up in the air.
WARNING
Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to leak.
Gasoline is flammable, explosive, and can cause personal injury.
1.
Cover
2.
Fastener
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Figure 30
3.
Filter
4.
Base
2. Remove and inspect the filter.
• If the filter is damaged or is wet with oil or fuel, replace it.
• If the filter is dirty, tap it on a hard surface several times or blow the debris outward from the interior of the filter using compressed air at less than 30 psi (207 kPa).
Note: Do not brush or blow dirt from the outside of the filter; either forces dirt into the fibers.
3. Clean the air filter body and cover using a damp rag.
Keep dirt away from the air opening.
4. Install the filter onto the base.
5. Install the cover and screw the fastener down securely.
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Changing the Engine Oil
Service Interval: After the first 5 hours
Every 50 hours
Yearly
Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.
1. Ensure that the fuel tank contains little or no fuel so that fuel does not leak out when you tip the mower onto its side.
2. Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it.
Note: Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants.
3. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. Refer to
Preparing for Maintenance (page 16).
4. Tip the mower onto its side, with the dipstick down, until the upper handle rests on the ground.
5. Set an oil-drain pan under the dipstick.
6. Remove the dipstick and drain the used oil into an
Figure 32
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9. Wipe off the dipstick end with a clean cloth.
10. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, and screw it in until it stops.
11. Remove the dipstick and read the oil level on the
Figure 33
1.
The oil level is too low; add oil to the crankcase.
2.
The oil level is too high; remove oil from the crankcase.
3.
The oil level is correct.
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Figure 31
7. After draining the used oil, return the mower to the operating position.
8. Remove the dipstick (Figure 32) and pour about 3/4
of the crankcase capacity of oil into the oil-fill tube.
Note: Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF,
SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.
• If the oil level is too low, add a small amount of oil slowly to the oil-fill tube, and then repeat
steps 9 through 11 until the oil level is correct as shown in Figure 33.
• If the oil level is too high, drain the excess oil until you obtain the correct oil level on the dipstick. To drain the excess oil, refer to
Changing the Engine Oil (page 17).
Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine.
12. Install the dipstick securely by hand.
13. Recycle the used oil.
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Charging the Battery
Service Interval: Every 25 hours
Before storage
Electric-start model only
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling battery.
Charge the battery for 24 hours initially, then monthly
(every 25 starts) or as needed. Always use the charger in a sheltered area, and charge the battery at room temperature (about 70° F, or 22° C) whenever possible.
Note: The machine is equipped with an alternator charging system.
1. Connect the charger to the wire harness, which is
located below the ignition key (Figure 34).
Replacing the Fuse
Electric-start model only
If the battery does not charge or the engine does not turn with the electric starter, the fuse may be blown; replace it with a 40-amp plug-in type fuse.
Important: You cannot start the machine with the electric starter or charge the battery unless a working fuse is installed.
1. Open the sealed fuse holder and replace the fuse
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Figure 35
1.
Fuse holder
2. Close the cover to the fuse holder, and ensure that it is sealed tightly.
Replacing the Battery
Electric-start model only
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Figure 34
2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet.
Note: Your battery charger may have a 2-color LED display that indicates the following states of charging:
• A red light indicates that the charger is charging the battery.
• A green light indicates that the charger is fully charged or is disconnected from the battery.
• A flashing light that alternates between red and green indicates that the battery is nearly fully charged. This state lasts only a few minutes until the battery is fully charged.
Note: When the battery no longer holds a charge, recycle the lead-acid battery according to local codes.
Removing the Old Battery
1. Contact an Authorized Parts Dealer to obtain a replacement battery.
2. Remove the belt cover; refer to step 1 of
Servicing the Blade-drive System (page 20).
3. Remove the rear-discharge plug.
4. Move the handle to the vertical position.
5. Remove the 4 small bolts that hold the rear-deflector and handle-lock lever assembly in place.
6. Fold the handle all the way forward.
7. Remove the rear-deflector and handle-lock lever
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Adjusting the Self-propel Drive
Cable
Whenever you install a new self-propel cable, or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel-drive cable.
1. Loosen the cable support nut (Figure 37).
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Figure 36
1.
Rear-deflector and handle-lock lever assembly
8. Remove the cover from the battery.
9. Disconnect the leads from the battery.
10. Remove and battery and recycle it.
Note: Recycle the battery according to your state and local regulations.
Figure 37
2. Pull down the cable jacket (toward the mower) until
there is no slack in the cable (Figure 38).
Installing the New Battery
1. Clean the battery-holding area on the mower housing.
2. Set the new battery in place on the mower housing.
3. Connect the leads to the new battery.
Note: Ensure that you connect the black (negative) wire to the negative (-) terminal and the red (positive) wire to the positive (+) terminal.
4. Install the cover onto the battery.
Note: Ensure that the cover fits properly over the wiring harness.
5. Install the rear-deflector and handle-lock lever assembly onto the machine.
6. Raise the handle to the vertical position.
7. Secure the shroud with the 4 small bolts that you
removed in step 5 of Removing the Old Battery.
8. Install the rear-discharge plug.
9. Return the handle to the operating position.
Figure 38
3. Tighten the nut on the cable support.
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Servicing the Blade-drive
System
Service Interval: Every 50 hours
1. Remove the blade-drive system cover (Figure 39).
1
Important: Do not overtighten the adjusting bolt. This could damage the blade-drive belt.
4. Install the blade-drive system cover that you previously removed.
1.
Bolts
2
2
Figure 39
2.
Cover
5
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2. Brush or blow out debris from the inside of the shield and around all the parts.
3. Hold a 0.010-inch feeler gauge, a piece of paper, or a note card against the wall and slide it down behind the belt tension spring.
Note: If there is a visible gap between the gauge and the spring, tighten the adjusting bolt and the nut until the paper barely slides freely in and out of the
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4
Servicing the Cutting Blades
Service Interval: Yearly
Important:
You will need a torque wrench to install the blades properly
. If you do not have a torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Examine the blades for sharpness and any wear or damage whenever you run out of gasoline; refer
to Inspecting the Blades (page 21). If the blade edge
is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or replace it. If the blade is worn, bent, damaged or cracked, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade.
DANGER
A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown toward the operator or a bystander, resulting in serious personal injury or death.
• Inspect the blades periodically for wear or damage.
• Replace a worn or damaged blade.
Note: Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting season, because sharp blades cut cleanly without tearing or shredding the grass blades. Tearing and shredding turns grass brown at the edges, which slows growth and increases the chance of disease.
Preparing to Service the Cutting Blades
1. Lock the handle in the vertical position (Figure 41);
refer to Adjusting the Handle Height (page 10).
1
1.
Belt-tension spring
2.
Adjusting bolt
3.
Gap
6
Figure 40
4.
Adjusting nut
5.
Blade-drive belt
6.
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DANGER
If you allow a blade to wear, a slot will form between the sail and flat part of the blade.
Eventually a piece of the blade may break off and be thrown from under the housing, possibly resulting in serious injury to you or bystanders.
• Inspect the blade periodically for wear or damage.
• Never try to straighten a blade that is bent or weld a broken or cracked blade.
• Replace a worn or damaged blade.
3. Check for bent blades; refer to
Checking for Bent Blades (page 21).
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Figure 41
1.
Handle locked in the vertical position
2. Tip the machine onto its side, with the air filter up in the air, until the upper handle rests on the ground.
WARNING
The blades are sharp; contacting a blade could result in serious personal injury.
• Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
• Wear gloves when servicing the blade.
Inspecting the Blades
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1. Inspect the cutting edges (Figure 42). If the edges
are not sharp or have nicks, remove the blades and have them sharpened or replace them.
2. Inspect the blades themselves, especially the curved
replace it with a new blade.
Checking for Bent Blades
1. Rotate the blades until they are positioned as shown
1 2
B
B g016532
1.
Front of cutting deck
3
Figure 43
3.
Measure from the cutting edge to a smooth, level surface
2.
Measure at locations A and B
1.
Cutting edge
2.
Curved area
Figure 42
3.
Wear/slot forming
4.
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2. Measure from a level surface to the cutting edges at locations A and B
, (Figure 43), and record both
dimensions.
3. Rotate the blades so that their opposite ends are at locations A and B .
4. Repeat the measurements in step 2 and record them.
Note: If the difference between the dimensions A and B
obtained in steps 2 and 4 exceeds 1/8 inch
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(3 mm), the blade is bent and must be replaced;
refer to Removing the Blades (page 22) and
Installing the Blades (page 22).
WARNING
A blade that is bent or damaged could break apart and could seriously injure or kill you or bystanders.
• Always replace a bent or damaged blade with a new blade.
• Never file or create sharp notches in the edges or surfaces of a blade.
Removing the Blades
Replace the blades when the machine hits a solid object or when a blade is out of balance or bent. Use only genuine Toro replacement blades.
1. Use a block of wood to hold each blade steady and turn the blade bolt counterclockwise as shown in
1.
Spindle (2)
2.
Blade driver (2)
1
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4
Figure 45
3.
Blade (2)
4.
Blade bolt (2)
2
3
3. Inspect the pins on the blade drivers for wear and damage.
Figure 44
2. Remove each blade as shown in Figure 45.
Installing the Blades
1. Install the first blade so that it is horizontal, along
with all mounting hardware as shown in Figure 45.
Note: Tighten the bolt with your fingers.
Important: Position the curved ends of the blades to point toward the machine housing.
Be sure to nest the raised areas on each blade driver with the recesses in the head of its corresponding spindle, and the pins on the other side of each blade driver with the holes in its corresponding blade.
2. Steady each blade with a board and turn the blade bolt clockwise with a torque wrench as shown in
Figure 46; torque the blade bolt to 60 ft-lb (82 N-m).
Important: A bolt torqued to 60 ft-lb (82 N-m) is very tight. Put your weight behind the wrench and tighten the bolt securely. This bolt is very difficult to overtighten.
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Figure 46 g016537
3. Rotate the installed blade 1/4 turn until it is vertical, and install the other blade in the same manner as
Note: The blades should be perpendicular, forming
an inverted “T” as shown in Figure 47.
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WARNING
Incorrectly installing the blades could damage the machine or cause an injury to the operator or to bystanders.
Washing Underneath the
Machine
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Wash underneath the machine.
1. Move the machine to a level surface.
2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
3. Lower the machine to the lowest height-of-cut.
4. Attach a hose to the washout fitting, and turn the
Note: Spread petroleum jelly on the washout fitting
O-ring to make the coupling slide on easier and protect the O-ring.
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Figure 47
1.
Washout fitting
2.
Hose
Figure 48
3.
O-ring
4.
Coupling
1.
Blade (2)
4. Tighten the second blade; refer to step 2.
5. Rotate the blades by hand a full 360° turn to ensure that they do not touch.
Note: If the blades touch each other, they are not
mounted correctly. Repeat steps 1 through 3, until
the blades no longer touch each other.
5. Start the engine, engage the blade-control lever, and let the machine run for 1 to 3 minutes.
6. Disengage the blade-control lever, stop the engine, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
7. Shut off the water and remove the coupling from the washout fitting.
Note: If the machine is not clean after a single washing, soak it and let it stand for 30 minutes. Then repeat the process.
8. Run the machine again and engage the blades for 1 to 3 minutes to remove the excess water.
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WARNING
A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you and others to thrown objects or blade contact. Contact with a blade or thrown debris can cause injury or death.
• Replace a broken or missing washout fitting immediately, before using the machine again.
• Never put your hands or feet under the machine or through openings in the mower.
Storage
Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place.
General Information
1. Perform the recommended annual maintenance
procedures; refer to Maintenance (page 15).
2. Clean under the machine; refer to
Washing Underneath the Machine (page 23).
3. Remove chaff, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the top of the machine.
4. Check the condition of the blades; refer to
Inspecting the Blades (page 21).
5. Service the air filter; refer to
Servicing the Air Filter (page 16).
6. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
7. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces with paint available from an Authorized Service Dealer.
8. Charge the battery for 24 hours, then unplug the battery charger and store the machine in an unheated area. If you must store the machine in a heated area, you must charge the battery every 90 days
(electric-start model only).
9. Fold the handle for storage; refer to
Adjusting the Handle Height (page 10).
Preparing the Fuel System
WARNING
Gasoline can vaporize if you store it over long periods of time and explode if it comes into contact with an open flame.
• Do not store gasoline over long periods of time.
• Do not store the machine with gasoline in the fuel tank or the carburetor in an enclosure with an open flame. (For example, a furnace or a water heater pilot light.)
• Allow the engine to cool before storing it in any enclosure.
On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer to the fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer. Empty the fuel tank when mowing the last time before storing the machine.
1. Run the machine until the engine stops from running out of fuel.
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2. Start the engine again.
3. Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry.
Preparing the Engine
1. While the engine is still warm, change the engine oil;
refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 17).
2. Remove the spark plug.
3. Using an oil can, add about 1 oz. (30 ml), of motor oil to the engine through the spark-plug hole.
4. Slowly pull the starter rope several times to distribute oil throughout the cylinder.
5. Install the spark plug but do not connect the wire to the spark plug. Secure the wire so that it does not come into contact with the spark plug.
Removing the Machine from
Storage
1. Unfold the handle; refer to
Adjusting the Handle Height (page 10).
2. Check and tighten all fasteners.
3. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow excess oil from the cylinder.
4. Inspect the spark plug and replace it if it is dirty, worn, or cracked; refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual.
5. Install the spark plug and tighten it to the recommended torque of 180 in-lb (20 N-m).
6. Perform any needed maintenance procedures; refer
7. Check the engine oil level; refer to
Checking the Engine Oil Level (page 8).
8. Fill the fuel in the fuel tank with fresh gasoline; refer
to Filling the Fuel Tank (page 8).
9. Charge the battery; refer to
Charging the Battery (page 18) (electric-start
model only).
10. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
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Notes:
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Notes:
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The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee
A 3-Year Full Warranty (45 Day Limited Warranty for Commercial Use)
The Toro GTS Starting Guarantee
A 3-Year Full Warranty (Not Applicable for Commercial Use)
TimeMaster
Walk Power Mowers
Conditions and Products Covered
The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair the Toro Product listed below if used for residential purposes*; if it is defective in materials or workmanship or if it stops functioning due to the failure of a component; or if the Toro GTS (Guaranteed to Start) engine will not start on the first or second pull, provided the routine maintenance required in the Operator's
Manual have been performed.
This warranty covers the cost of parts and labor, but you must pay transportation costs.
The following time periods apply from the date of purchase:
Products Warranty Period
TimeMaster Mower and Attachments 3 - year full warranty
GTS (Guaranteed to Start) 3 - year full warranty
Battery 1 - year
Limited Warranty for Commercial Use*
These Toro Products used for commercial, institutional, or rental use, are warranted for 45 days against defects in materials or workmanship.
Components failing due to normal wear are not covered by this warranty.
The Toro GTS (Guaranteed to Start) Starting Guarantee does not apply when the product is used commercially*.
Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service
If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or workmanship, or if a normal, able-bodied adult can no longer start your product's engine in one or two pulls, follow this procedure:
1.
Contact any Authorized Toro Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership. To locate a dealer convenient to you, refer to the Yellow
Pages of your telephone directory (look under “Lawn Mowers”) or access our web site at www.Toro.com. You may also call the numbers listed in item #3 to use the 24-hour Toro Dealer locator system.
2.
Bring the product and your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to the
Service Dealer. The dealer will diagnose the problem and determine if it is covered under warranty.
3.
If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer’s analysis or with the assistance provided, contact us at:
Customer Care Department, RLC Division
The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
Toll free at 866-214-9807 (U.S. customers)
Toll free at 866-214-9808 (Canadian customers)
Owner Responsibilities
You must maintain your Toro Product by following the maintenance procedures described in the Operator's Manual . Such routine maintenance, whether performed by a dealer or by you, is at your expense.
•
Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters, fuel, lubricants, oil changes, spark plugs, air filters blade sharpening or worn blades, cable/linkage adjustments, or brake and clutch adjustments
•
Any product or part which has been altered or misused and requires replacement or repair due to accidents or lack of proper maintenance
•
Repairs necessary due to failure to use fresh fuel (less than one month old), or failure to properly prepare the unit prior to any period of non-use over one month
•
Pickup and delivery charges
•
Operational misuse, neglect, or accidents
•
Repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than an Authorized
Toro Service Dealer
•
Repairs or adjustments to correct starting difficulties due to the following:
– failure to follow proper maintenance procedures
– rotary mower blade striking an object
– contaminants in the fuel system
– improper fuel (consult your Operator's Manual if in doubt)
– failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of non-use over one month
•
Special operational conditions where starting may require more than two pulls:
– first time starts after extended period of non-use over three months or seasonal storage
– cool temperature starts such as those found in early spring and late autumn
– improper starting procedures - if you are having difficulty starting your unit, please check the Operator's Manual to ensure that you are using the correct starting procedures. This can save an unnecessary visit to an Authorized Toro Service Dealer.
General Conditions
All repairs covered by these warranties must be performed by an
Authorized Toro Service Dealer using Toro-approved replacement parts.
Repair by an Authorized Toro Service Dealer is your sole remedy under this warranty.
Neither The Toro Company nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with the use of the Toro Products covered by these warranties, including any cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non-use pending completion of repairs under these warranties.
Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Items and Conditions Not Covered
There is no other express warranty except for special emission system coverage and engine warranty coverage on some products. This express warranty does not cover the following:
Countries Other than the United States or Canada
Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada 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.
*Residential purposes means use of the product on the same lot as your home. Use at more than one location, or institutional or rental use, is considered commercial use, and the commercial use warranty applies.
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