Toro 30984, Operator'S Manual

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Setup
Loose Parts
Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped.
Procedure Description Qty. Use
1
No parts required
–
Check the fluids and tire pressure.
2
No parts required
–
Install the grass deflector spring.
Operator’s Manual 1
Engine Operator’s Manual 1
Parts Catalog 1
Safety Video 1
Registration Card 1
3
Oil drain hose
1
Read the Operator’s Manual and watch
the video before operating the machine.
Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
1
Checking the Fluids and Tire
Pressure
No Parts Required
Procedure
• Before you start the engine and use the machine,
check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to
Checking the Engine Oil Level.
• Check the grease for the mower and mower deck.
• Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire
Pressure.
Note:
The cutting blades are set to a 3 inch (76mm)
height-of-cut at initial purchase. The axle position is D ,
with 4 spacers below both the spindle and the caster.
2
Installing the Grass Deflector
Spring
No Parts Required
Procedure
An uncovered discharge opening could allow
the lawn mower to throw objects in the
operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in
serious injury or death. Also, contact with the
blade could occur.
Never operate the lawn mower with the grass
deflector removed unless you install a cover
plate, a mulch plate, or a grass chute and
catcher.
1. Check the spring and ensure it is installed correctly.
2. Make sure the
L end of spring is installed behind
the deck edge before installing the bolt as shown in
Figure 3.
3. Place the J hook end of spring around grass deflector
(Figure 3).
Important:
The grass deflector must be free to
rotate with downward tension. Lift the deflector
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