Toro 48cm Rear Bagging Lawnmower Walk Behind Mower Operator's Manual

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MODEL NO. 20901B - 2000001 & UP OPERATOR’S >
MODEL NO. 20906B - 2000001 & UP MANUAL
FORM NO. 3320-734
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Improper use or maintenance of this mower
by the operator or owner can result in injury.
To reduce the potential for injury, comply with
these safety instructions and always pay atten-
tion to the safety alert symbol à . Failure to
comply with these instructions may result in
personal injury.
WARNING: Engine exhaust contains carbon monox-
ide which is an odorless, deadly poison. Carbon
monoxide is also known to the State of California
to cause birth defects. Do not run engine indoors
or in an enclosed area.
BEFORE OPERATING
1. Read this manual carefully before operating the
mower. Become familiar with the controls and
proper use of the mower. Never allow children to
operate the mower or adults to operate it without
proper instructions.
2. Keep everyone, especially children and pets,
away from area of operation. Thoroughly inspect
area where mower will be used and remove sticks,
stones, wire, and debris that could be picked up
and thrown by mower.
3. Wear long pants and substantial shoes. Do not
operate mower while wearing open sandals, jewel-
ry, loose clothing or when barefoot.
4. Check fuel level before starting engine. Do not
fill fuel tank indoors, when the engine is running, or
until engine cools for several minutes after running.
Wipe up spilled gasoline before starting engine.
5. Keep all guards, shields, and safety devices in
place. Repair or replace defective or damaged
parts.
6. Traction drive on self-propelled model is de-
signed to stop when control bar is released. As-
sure traction drive functions properly before each
use of mower.
7. Because fuel is highly flammable, handle it
carefully.
A. Use an approved container.
B. Fill fuel tank outdoors, not indoors. NEVER
ADD FUEL TO AN ENGINE THAT IS
RUNNING OR HOT.
C. Install gas cap on fuel container and gas
tank, and wipe up any spilled gasoline
before starting engine.
©The Toro
48 CM REAR BAGGER
MOWER
WHILE OPERATING
8. Do not run engine indoors.
9. Always maintain secure footing. Keep a firm grip
on the handle and walk; never run. Never operate
mower in wet grass. Mow only in daylight or in
good artificial light.
10. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and
down. Use extreme caution when changing direc-
tion on slopes. Do not mow excessively steep
slopes.
11. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields dur-
ing operation to protect eyes from foreign objects
that may be thrown from the machine.
12. Keep face, hands, and feet away from the
mower housing and cutter blade when the engine
is running.
13. Stay behind the handle until the engine stops
and keep clear of discharge opening at all times.
14. When bagging grass, stop engine before the
bag is removed and emptied.
15. Shut engine off and wait for all moving parts to
stop before unclogging chute.
16. Since the blade rotates for a few seconds after
the engine is shut off, stay behind the handle until
all moving parts stop.
17. After striking a foreign object or if mower vi-
brates abnormally, stop engine and remove wire
from spark plug. Check mower for damage and
make all repairs before using mower again.
18. Stop the engine before adjusting the height-of-
cut.
19. Stop the engine when crossing a gravel drive-
way, road, or sidewalk.
20. Stop engine before leaving the operator's posi-
tion—behind the handle. Disconnect wire from
spark plug if mower will be unattended.
21. Do not touch engine while it is running or
shortly after it is stopped because engine will be
hot enough to cause a burn.
MAINTENANCE
22. Perform only those maintenance instructions
described in this manual. If major repairs are ever
needed or if assistance is desired, contact your
local Authorized TORO Service Dealer.
23. Before mower is cleaned, inspected, serviced,
or adjusted, stop engine and disconnect wire from
spark plug. Keep wire away from plug to prevent
accidental starting.
24. To ensure the mower is in safe operating con-
dition, frequently check and keep all nuts, bolts,
and screws tight. Ensure blade nuts are tightened
to 20-35 N-m (15-25 ft-lb).
Company-1991 TPS
ÁN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
25. To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of ex- flame or where gasoline fumes may be ignited by
cessive grease, grass, leaves, and accumulations a spark.
of dirt.
29. At the time of manufacture, the mower con-
formed to the safety standards in effect for rotary
mowers. To assure optimum performance and con-
tinued safety certification of the mower, use genu-
26. Do not overspeed the engine by changing gov-
ernor settings.
27. Check grass catcher bag frequently for wear or
deterioration. Replace with a new bag when worn ine TORO replacement parts and accessories. Re-
or damaged for your protection. placement parts and accessories made by other
28. Allow engine to cool before storing mower in manufacturers may result in non-conformance with
any enclosure. Do not store mower near any open the safety standards, and that could be dangerous.
A) SAFETY SYMBOL GLOSSARY
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Adjusting Wheel Traction Drive ........... . 9
Inspecting/Removing/Sharpening Blade ..... 10
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Checking Transmission Oil Level ........... 11
Cleaning Mower Housing ................. 11
Preparing Mower For Storage ............ 12
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SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALL HANDLE
1. INSTALLING HANDLE—Loosen knobs on mount-
ing brackets (Fig. 1).
Note: Make sure cable(s) do not interfere with the
raising or lowering of discharge door.
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Figure 1
3, Knobs
4. Housing pocket
1. Handle
2. Mounting bracket
2. Position mounting brackets in a vertical position
so that holes face up.
3. Slide handle ends into holes in mounting brack-
ets until handle ends are completely seated in
brackets (Fig.1). Make sure throttle cable and
traction cable (self-propelled model) are positioned
on top of left mounting bracket (Fig. 2).
4. Rotate handle and mounting brackets rearward
until brackets fit securely into housing pockets
(Fig. 2).
5, Tighten knobs until edges of slots on top of
mounting brackets touch.
6. Use cable tie to secure cable (s) to lower side
of left hand tube (Fig. 3). Cable tie should be po-
sitioned 25 mm (1") from bend in handle.
See Figure 3 for correct cable placement.
7. Cut excess length from cable tie on lower left
handle.
Figure 2
1. Cable tie * 3. Traction cable
2, Throttle cable
* Self-propelled model
Figure 3
1. Cable tie
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALL GRASS BAG 2. Allow discharge door to rest on top of bag
1. Raise discharge door, slide bag ramp attached (Fig. 5).
to bag into discharge opening, and hook bag
frame onto rounded portion of mounting brackets
(Fig. 4).
Figure 4
1. Bag 4, Bag handle Figure 5
2. Bag ramp 5. Mounting
3. Discharge door bracket
BEFORE OPERATING
FILL CRANKCASE WITH OIL eration. More frequent oil changes are required in
Initially, crankcase must be filled with 0.532 L (18 dusty or dirty conditions.
ounces) of SAE 30 oil. Use any high quality deter-
gent oil having the American Petroleum Institute
(API) “service classification”—MS, SC, SD, SE, or
SF.
Before each use, assure oil level is between ADD
and FULL mark (Fig. 6). Add oil if level is low.
1. Position mower on level surface and clean
around oil dipstick.
2. Remove dipstick by rotating cap counterclock-
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3. Wipe dipstick and insert it into filler neck, Rotate
cap 1/4 turn. Then remove dipstick and check
level of oil (Fig. 6). If level is low, add only enough
oil to raise level to FULL mark on dipstick. DO NOT
FILL ABOVE FULL MARK BECAUSE ENGINE a M ==
COULD BE DAMAGED WHEN STARTED. POUR OIL Figure 6
SLOWLY. 1. Dipstick 3. ADD mark
2. Fuel tank cap 4. FULL mark
Note: Check oil level each time mower is used or
after every 5 hours of mower operation. Initially,
change oil after the first 2 hours of operation; 4. Insert dipstick into filler neck and rotate cap
thereafter, change oil after every 25 hours of op- clockwise 1/4 turn to lock it in place.
BEFORE OPERATING
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DANGER: Gasoline is extremely flammable
and explosive under certain conditions. DO
NOT SMOKE when handling fuel and keep
fuel far away from open flames and sparks.
Never buy more than a 30 day supply of
gasoline. Store it in an approved container.
Keep gasoline out of reach of children.
Refuel outdoors and only when engine is
cold. Do not fill tank full. Fill tank to within
6 to 13 mm (1/4” to 1/2") from top of tank,
not into filler neck. This space is for expan-
sion of fuel. Use funnel or spout to prevent
spilling. Wipe up any spilled gas.
FILL FUEL TANK WITH GASOLINE
Note: The Toro Company strongly recommends the
use of fresh, clean, UNLEADED regular grade
gasoline in Toro gasoline powered products. Un-
leaded gasoline burns cleaner, extends engine life,
and promotes good starting by reducing the build-
up of combustion chamber deposits. Leaded gaso-
line can be used if unleaded is not available.
1. Clean around fuel tank cap and remove cap
from tank (Fig. 6). Do not fill tank full. Using un-
leaded gasoline, fill fuel tank to within 6 to 13 mm
(1/4” to 1/2") from top of tank, not into filler
neck.
2. Install fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled
gasoline.
Toro also recommends that Toro Stabilizer/Condi-
tioner be used regularly in all Toro gasoline pow-
ered products during operation and storage sea-
sons. Toro Stabilizer/Conditioner cleans the engine
during operation and prevents gum-like varnish de-
posits from forming in the engine during periods of
storage.
IMPORTANT: Do not mix oil with the gasoline.
Never use methanol, gasoline containing metha-
nol, gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol,
premium gasoline, or white gas because engine
fuel system damage could result.
Do not use fuel additives other than those man-
ufactured for fuel stabilization during storage
such as Toro's Stabilizer/Conditioner or a similar
product. Toro's Stabilizer/Conditioner is a petro-
leum distillate based conditioner/stabilizer. Toro
does not recommend stabilizers with an alcohol
base such as ethanol, methanol or isopropyl. Ad-
ditives should not be used to try to enhance the
power or performance of machine.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING TIPS
1. CHECK OIL LEVEL—Maintain oil level between
ADD and FULL range as shown on dipstick
(Fig. 6).
2. CUTTING AND BAGGING—Best results are
achieved when only about 1/3 of the grass blade is
cut. If long grass must be cut, use highest height-
of-cut setting (E) for first mowing. Then recut the
grass at a more normal setting. If too long of
grass is cut, mower may plug and cause engine to
stall.
When cutting in dry, dusty conditions move the
throttle to a slower speed to reduce the amount of
dust generated by mower.
3. SHARP BLADE—Begin each cutting season with
a sharp blade. Periodically file down nicks.
STARTING, STOPPING, AND SELF-PROPELLING
CONTROLS—Throttle and self-propel control bar
(self-propelled model only) are on upper handle
(Fig. 7). Recoil starter is on top of engine (Fig. 8).
1. Push spark plug wire onto spark plug (Fig. 8).
2. STARTING—Move throttle forward to CHOKE po-
sition (Fig. 9). Pull engine mounted recoil starter
(Fig. 8) out until slack in rope is taken up. Then
pull vigorously to start the engine. When engine
starts, move throttle to FAST 4# position or regu-
late engine speed as desired.
Figure 7
1. Throttle * 2. Self-propel control bar
* Self-propelled model
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 8
1. Spark plug wire 2. Recoil starter
3. STOPPING (Fig. 9)—To stop engine, move
throttle rearwards to ENGINE OFF position. Pull wire
off spark plug if mower will be unattended or not
used. X Na
Figure 10
USING GRASS BAG
1. Stop engine and wait for all parts to stop.
2. INSTALLING BAG—Raise discharge door, slide
bag ramp attached to bag into discharge opening,
and hook bag frame onto mounting bracket
(Fig. 11). Allow discharge door to rest on top of
bag (Fig. 12).
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1. Choke on 2. Engine off
4. WHEEL TRACTION OPERATION (self-propelled LS
model) (Fig. 10)—To self-propel the mower, N
squeeze the control bar against the handle. To
stop the self-propel drive, release the control bar. Ta
Note: The drive wheels are equipped with free- Ze
wheeling clutches which enable the mower to be Le
pulled rearward easier when the wheel drive is dis- Figure 11
engaged. To disengage the clutches, mower must 1. Bag 4. Bag handle
be pushed forward at least 2.5 cm (1") after 2. Bag ramp §. Mounting
wheel drive operation has stopped. 3. Discharge door bracket
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 12
3. REMOVING BAG—Stop engine and wait for all
moving parts to stop. For protection, always keep
hands and feet away from mower housing while
engine is running. Raise discharge door. While
holding discharge door up, grasp handle on grass
bag and lift bag off mower. Allow discharge door
to close.
Note: When removing the grass bag, the bag ramp
scoops out any clippings that may be plugging the
discharge opening. If the discharge opening re-
mains plugged, clear all clippings from the mower.
4. Grasp bag frame handle. Lift plastic bar off pins
and slip rear of grass bag off bag frame until plas-
tic bar touches underside of grass bag (Fig. 13).
Lift up grass bag flap covering rear of bag. Gradu-
ally raise front of bag while shaking bag to empty.
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Figure 13
1. Plastic bar 2. Frame pins 3. Grass bag flap
Never open discharge door on mower or re-
move grass bag when engine is running be-
cause grass clippings and other debris dis-
charge with enough force to cause injury.
The grass bag material will catch and contain
the majority of foreign objects such as small
stones and other similar debris. The bag ma-
terial, however, is subject to normal wear and
deterioration. So check the bag frequently,
and if it is defective, install a new genuine
TORO replacement bag that has this or a
similar warning.
ADJUSTING HEIGHT-OF-CUT
The five letters on the belt cover represent the
height-of-cut settings. All wheels automatically ad-
just to the same height-of-cut setting.
1. Stop the engine and pull wire off spark plug.
2. Use one or two fingers to squeeze the height-
of-cut adjustment lever (Fig. 14).
To raise the wheel height, squeeze the lever to
unlock the height-of-cut and pull up on the mow-
er. Release lever when desired height is found. To
lower the height, squeeze the height-of-cut adjust-
ment lever and push down on the mower while
rolling the mower forward. Use the pointer on the
link rod to locate the correct setting.
3. Make sure the height adjustment lever is locked
into a height setting before beginning operation.
The height should not change when the height-of-
cut is locked.
Figure 14
3. Pointer
4. Link rod
5. Spring cover
1. Height-of-cut
adjustment lever
2. Height settings
MAINTENANCE
Pull wire off spark plug before performing
adjustments or maintenance.
SERVICING AIR CLEANER
Normally, replace air cleaner after every 25 operat-
ing hours. More frequent replacing is required
when mower is operated in dusty or dirty condi-
tions. See your Authorized Toro Service Dealer for
replacement parts.
1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug
(Fig. 15).
2. Remove screw securing air cleaner cover to en-
gine (Fig. 15). Tilt air cleaner cover down and
clean cover thoroughly.
3. Remove paper air cleaner filter (Fig. 16) and
discard.
4. Insert a new paper air cleaner filter.
5. Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure with
Screw.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate engine without air
cleaner element otherwise extreme engine wear
and damage will likely result,
REPLACING SPARK PLUG
Use a Champion RCJ8 or Autolite 245 spark plug
or equivalent. Correct air gap is 0.76 mm
(0.030"). Remove plug after every 25 operating
hours and check its condition.
1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark piug
(Fig. 15}.
2. Clean around spark plug and remove plug from
cylinder head.
IMPORTANT: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty
spark plug. Do not sand blast, scrape, or clean
electrodes because engine damage could result
from grit entering cylinder.
3. Set air gap at 0.76 mm (0.030) (Fig. 17). In-
stall correctly gapped spark plug and gasket seal.
Tighten plug firmly to 20 N.m (15 ft-lb).
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Figure 15
3, Spark plug wire
4. Fuel tank cap
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Figure 16
1. Paper filter
Figure 17
DRAINING GASOLINE
1. Stop engine and wait for engine to cool. Pull
wire off spark plug (Fig. 15).
Note: Drain gasoline from a cold engine only.
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2. Remove cap from fuel tank (Fig. 15) and use
pump-type syphon to drain fuel into clean gas can.
NOTE: This is the only procedure recommended
for draining fuel.
CHANGING CRANKCASE OIL
Change oil after the first 2 operating hours and af-
ter every 25 hours thereafter. Since warm oil
drains better and carries more contaminants than
cold, run engine for several minutes or so before
draining oil.
1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug
(Fig. 15).
2. Lift discharge door and remove grass bag. Drain
gasoline from fuel tank: refer to Draining Gasoline,
page 8.
MAINTENANCE
3. Tip mower on its left side. Remove drain plug
from underside of mower using an adjustable
wrench (Fig.18). Place a drain pan under mower.
Figure 18
1. Drain opening
4. Lower mower allowing oil to drain into pan.
5. After draining, clean drain plug and reinstall it.
Wipe up any spilled oil. Fill engine with fresh oil:
refer to Fill Crankcase With Qil, page 4.
ADJUSTING THROTTLE
Throttle control adjustment may be required if en-
gine does not start or stop. Whenever a new throt-
tle control cable is installed, the throttle must be
adjusted.
1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug
(Fig. 19).
2. Move throttle control forward to FAST -
position (Fig. 7).
3. Loosen cable clamp screw until throttle cable
slides (Fig. 19). Align holes in throttle lever and
throttle bracket using a 3 mm (.121") diameter
pin. Tighten cable clamp screw to lock adjustment
in place.
ADJUSTING WHEEL TRACTION DRIVE
(self-propelled model)
If mower does not self-propel or has a tendency to
creep forward when drive is not engaged, an ad-
justment to the wheel traction control cable is nec-
essary.
1. Stop the engine.
2. Rotate adjustment knob (Fig. 20) 1/2 turn clock-
wise to tighten drive belt or 1/2 turn counterclock-
wise to loosen belt. Hold control cable while rotat-
ing to prevent cable from turning.
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Figure 20
1. Adjustment knob 2. Control cable
3. To check traction adjustment, slowly squeeze
the control bar toward the handle. The traction is
adjusted correctly when resistance is felt when the
control bar is approximately 25 mm (1”) from up-
per handle (Fig. 21).
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Figure 19
1. Cable clamp screw
2. Throttle cable
3. Throttle lever
4. Throttle bracket
5. Spark plug wire
Figure 21
4. If loss of traction or improper engagement still
occurs after readjustment, repeat steps 2-3 until
properly adjusted.
MAINTENANCE
INSPECTING/REMOVING/SHARPENING BLADE
1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug
(Fig. 19).
2. Drain gasoline from fuel tank; refer to Draining
Gasoline, page 8.
3. Tip mower on its left side (Fig. 22). Avoid rotat-
ing blade as starting problems may result.
near the sail. Eventually a piece of blade may
break off resulting in serious injury to your-
self or a bystander.
5. REMOVING BLADE—Grasp end of blade using a
rag or thickly padded glove. Remove (2) locknuts,
(2) washers, anti-scalp cup, and blade
(Fig. 22 & 24).
Figure 22
1. Blade nuts
4. INSPECTING BLADE—Carefully examine blade for
sharpness and wear, especially where flat and
curved parts meet (Fig. 23A). Since sand and
abrasive material can wear away the metal that
connects the flat and curved parts of the blade,
check blade before using the mower. If a slot or
wear is noticed, (Fig. 23B & C), replace blade with
a new TORO blade. Refer to step 5.
Note: For optimum performance, install a new
TORO blade before cutting season begins. During
the year, file down small nicks to maintain the cut-
ting edge.
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Figure 24
1. Blade nut
2. Washer
3. Anti-scalp cup
4. Blade
6. SHARPENING BLADE—Using a file, sharpen top
side of blade (side facing top of mower housing)
and maintain original cutting angle (Fig. 25). The
blade remains balanced if the same amount of ma-
terial is removed from both cutting edges.
SHARPEN AT
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Figure 25
IMPORTANT: Check balance of blade by putting
it on a blade balancer. An inexpensive balancer
can be purchased at a hardware store. A bal-
anced blade stays in a horizontal position and an
unbalanced blade settles to the heavy side. If
blade is not balanced, file more metal off cutting
edge on heavy end of blade.
7. Install sharp, balanced TORO blade, anti-scalp
cup, (2) washers, and (2) blade nuts. Sail part of
blade must point toward top of mower housing to
ensure correct installation. Tighten blade nuts to
20-35 N-m (15-25 ft-lb).
MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION
After every 25 operating hours or when season
ends, front and rear wheels must be lubricated.
1. Apply 2 or 3 drops of light oil on inside and out-
side of all wheel bolts. Spin wheels to distribute oll
into bushings. Wipe up excess oil.
2. SELF-PROPELLED MODEL—Drain gasoline; refer
to Draining Gasoline, page 8.
3. Set mower to highest height-of-cut setting (E).
4. Tip mower on its left side. Wipe grease fittings
with clean rag (Fig. 26). Install grease gun onto
fitting and gently apply two or three pumps of #2
Multi-Purpose Lithium Base Grease.
Figure 26
1. Grease fitting (self-propelled model)
CHECKING TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL
(self-propelled model)
The transmission is filled with #90 gear oil that has
a GL-5 or GL-6 rating. Level of gear oil must be
checked at least every 25 operating hours, before
storage, and before the mowing season begins.
1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug
(Fig. 19).
2. Place mower on a level surface.
3. Set mower at highest height-of-cut setting (E).
4. Remove plastic access hole plug from rear of
mower (Fig. 27).
Figure 27
1. Plastic access hole plug
5. CHECKING GEAR OIL LEVEL—Reach between
deck and gear case and clean around plastic gear
case plug (Fig. 28). Remove gear case plug and
gasket and watch for oil to drip out of hole. If oil
drips out, quickly reinstall gear case plug and gas-
ket because oil is at proper level. If oil does not
flow, add gear oil: see step 6.
Figure 28
1. Plastic gear case plug 2. Gasket
IMPORTANT: Low oil level may indicate a leak
where axle goes through both sides of transmis-
sion case. Transmission case should be in-
spected by an Authorized TORO Service Dealer.
6. ADDING GEAR OIL—Slowly add #30 gear oil that
has a GL-5 or GL-6 rating. Stop when oil drips out
of hole in gear case, and quickly reinstall gear
case plug and gasket. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN
PLUG BECAUSE THREADS MAY STRIP.
Note: A clean oil container or any other clean con-
tainer with a small tip can be used to add oil. Us-
ing a dirty oil container could contaminate the
transmission case and eventually cause damage.
CLEANING MOWER HOUSING
To ensure optimum performance, keep underside
of mower housing and inside of discharge area
clean.
1. Drain gasoline from fuel tank: refer to Draining
Gasoline, page 8.
2. Tip mower on its left side (Fig. 29). Avoid rotat-
ing blade because starting problems may result.
Figure 29
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MAINTENANCE
3. Remove dirt and grass clippings that stick to
housing by spraying it with a garden hose. Scrape
out remaining debris with hardwood scraper. Avoid
burrs and sharp edges.
4. Clean discharge door and hinges of grass or
debris that may impair operation of door.
PREPARING MOWER FOR STORAGE
1. For long term storage, it is recommended that
gasoline be drained from fuel tank or use a fuel
additive before storing. To drain gasoline, refer to
Draining Gasoline, page 8. After fuel is drained,
start engine and let it idle until all fuel is consumed
and engine stops. If gasoline is not drained, gum-
like varnish deposits will form and cause poor en-
gine operation or even starting problems.
Fuel can be left in gas tank only if a fuel additive,
such as Toro's Stabilizer/Conditioner, is added to
gasoline and run through engine before storing.
Toro's Stabilizer/Conditioner is a petroleum distil-
late based conditioner/stabilizer. Toro does not
recommend stabilizers with an alcohol base, such
as ethanol, methanol or isopropyl. Use fuel additive
in recommended quantities as specified on con-
tainer.
Under normal conditions, fuel additives remain ef-
fective in fuel for 6-8 months.
2. Drain oil: refer to Changing Crankcase Oil,
page 8. After oil is drained, do not fill crankcase
with oil until the following steps (3-10) are com-
pleted.
3. Remove spark plug and pour 30 ml (2 table-
spoons) of SAE 30 oil into hole in cylinder. Pull
Starter rope slowly to coat inside of cylinder. Install
spark plug and tighten to 20 N-m (15 ft-lb). DO
NOT INSTALL WIRE ON SPARK PLUG.
4. Clean mower housing; refer to Cleaning Mower
Housing, page 11.
5. Check condition of blade; refer to Inspecting/Re-
moving/Sharpening Blade, page 10.
6. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws. |
7. Clean dirt, chaff, grass clippings, and grime
from externai parts of the engine, shrouding, and
top of mower housing.
8. Clean air cleaner: refer to Servicing Air Cleaner,
page 8.
9. Lubricate the wheels; refer to Lubrication,
page 11.
10. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces.
Toro Re-Kote paint is available from an Authorized
TORO Service Dealer.
11. Fill crankcase with oil; refer to Fill Crankcase
With Oil, page 4.
12. Store mower in a clean, dry place. Cover
mower to keep it clean and protected.
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
A model and a serial number decal is located at rear of mower housing, near the discharge door. Always
refer to specific numbers on this decal in correspondence or when replacement parts are needed.
TORO SERVICE SUPPORT
If help — concerning safety, set-up, operation, maintenance, ог troubleshooting - is ever needed, contact
the local Authorized TORO Service Dealer or Distributor. In addition to skilled service technicians, the dealer
and distributor have factory approved accessories and replacement parts. Keep your Toro all TORO. Buy
genuine TORO replacement parts and accessories.
MAINTENANCE RECORD
Hours Oil
Used Change
Air Cleaner
Date Service
Lubrication
Spark Winter
Plug Storage Notes:
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