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Adjusting the Cutting Height

DANGER

Adjusting the cutting-height levers could bring your hands into contact with a moving blade
and result in serious injury.

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Shut off the engine, remove the electric-start button (if equipped), and wait for all moving
parts to stop before adjusting the cutting height.

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Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height.

CAUTION

If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can burn you.

Keep away from the hot muffler.

Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all wheels to the same cutting height (

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Summary of Contents for Recycler 21465

Page 1: ...ons g000502 Figure 2 Safety alert symbol This manual uses 2 words to highlight information Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on any forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine is...

Page 2: ...ing the Machine from Storage 23 Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI B71 1 2017 General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury or death Read understand and follow the instructions and warnings in this Operator s Manual and on the machine and attachments befor...

Page 3: ...agging mode decal131 4514b 131 4514 1 Warning read the Operator s Manual 2 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand mower blade stay away from moving parts keep all guards and shields in place 3 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand mower blade disconnect the spark plug wire before performing maintenance 4 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders away shut off the engine before leaving the operating positi...

Page 4: ...decal133 8062 133 8062 decal133 8198 133 8198 1 Warning read the Operator s Manual 1 Add fuel up to the indicated level 2 Tip the machine forward for storage 4 ...

Page 5: ...stic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine 1 Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure Note Ensure that the cables are routed on the outside of the handle and are not pinched D of Figure 3 g334364 Figure 3 5 ...

Page 6: ...the Recoil Starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure Important To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine install the recoil starter rope in the rope guide g334093 Figure 4 6 ...

Page 7: ...3 Adding Oil to the Engine No Parts Required Procedure Important If the oil level in the engine is too low or too high and you run the engine you may damage the engine g222533 Figure 5 7 ...

Page 8: ...4 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g334351 Figure 6 8 ...

Page 9: ...iliar with the safe operation of the equipment operator controls and safety signs Check that all guards and safety devices such as deflectors and or grass catcher are in place and functioning properly Always inspect the machine to ensure that the blades and blade bolts are not worn or damaged Inspect the area where you will use the machine and remove all objects that could interfere with the opera...

Page 10: ...by volume Methanol None MTBE methyl tertiary butyl ether Less than 15 by volume Oil Do not add to the fuel Use only clean fresh no more than 30 days old fuel from a reputable source Important To reduce starting problems add fuel stabilizer conditioner to fresh fuel as directed by the fuel stabilizer conditioner manufacturer Refer to your engine owner s manual for additional information Fill the fu...

Page 11: ...case is too low or too high and you run the engine you may damage the engine g231765 Figure 9 Adjusting the Handle Height You may raise or lower the handle to a position comfortable for you Rotate the handle lock move the handle to 1 of 2 positions and lock the handle into position Figure 10 g334366 Figure 10 11 ...

Page 12: ...c start button if equipped and wait for all moving parts to stop before adjusting the cutting height Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height CAUTION If the engine has been running the muffler will be hot and can burn you Keep away from the hot muffler Adjust the cutting height as desired Set all wheels to the same cutting height Figure 11 g254131 Figure 11 12 ...

Page 13: ... wall or obstruction material may ricochet toward you Stop the blade s when crossing gravel surfaces Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could cause you to lose your balance or footing If the machine strikes an object or starts to vibrate immediately shut off the engine wait for all moving parts to stop and disconnect the wire from the spark plug before examinin...

Page 14: ...t stop properly 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 grass bag is on the machine and the bag on demand lever is in the bagging position move the lever to the recycling position refer to Operating the Bag on Demand Lever page 15 ...

Page 15: ...ug and examine the machine for damage For best performance install a new Toro blade before the cutting season begins or when necessary Cutting Grass Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time Do not cut below 51 mm 2 inches unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down When cutting grass over 15 cm 6 inches tall mow at the highest cutting height setti...

Page 16: ...r best results clean under the machine shortly after you have completed mowing Cleaning Under the Machine in the Operating Position 1 Lower the machine to its lowest cutting height setting 2 Move the machine onto a paved level surface 3 With the engine running and the blade engaged spray a stream of water in front of the right rear wheel Figure 17 Note The water will splash into the path of the bl...

Page 17: ...horized Service Dealer 1 Hold the handle while disengaging the handle locks to avoid pinching your hands 2 Disengage the handle locks until you can move the upper handle freely A of Figure 18 3 Fold the handle forward to the fully forward position B of Figure 18 Important Route the cables to the outside of the handle locks as you fold the handle g334367 Figure 18 4 To unfold the handle refer to 1 ...

Page 18: ...t is not designed for that purpose WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables causing an unsafe operating condition Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle If a cable is damaged contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 Ensure that the level of fuel in the fuel tank is no higher than what is recommended by the engine manufacturer refer to the engine...

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Page 20: ... from the spark plug before performing any maintenance procedure Wear gloves and eye protection when servicing the machine The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury Wear gloves when servicing the blade Do not repair or alter the blade s Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to leak Fuel is ...

Page 21: ...re contaminants Engine Oil Specifications Engine oil capacity 0 44 L 15 fl oz Oil viscosity SAE 30 or SAE 10W 30 detergent oil API service classification SJ or higher There is residual oil in the crankcase after you drain the oil Do not pour the entire capacity of oil into the crankcase Fill the crankcase with oil as directed in the following steps 1 Move the machine to a level surface 2 Refer to ...

Page 22: ...ill need a torque wrench to install the blade properly If you do not have a torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this procedure contact an Authorized Service Dealer Examine the blade whenever you run out of fuel If the blade is damaged or cracked replace it immediately If the blade edge is dull or nicked have it sharpened and balanced or replace it WARNING The blade is sharp contacting th...

Page 23: ...d fuel stabilizer such as Toro Premium Fuel Treatment to the fuel as directed on the label 2 Dispose of any unused fuel properly Recycle it according to local codes or use it in your automobile Important Old fuel in the fuel tank is the leading cause of hard starting Do not store the fuel without fuel stabilizer more than 30 days and do not store stabilized fuel beyond the duration recommended by ...

Page 24: ...ocedures refer to Maintenance page 20 5 Check the engine oil level refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level page 11 6 Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel refer to Filling the Fuel Tank page 10 7 Connect the wire to the spark plug 24 ...

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Page 27: ...taurants grocery stores hotels schools and hospitals and on a wide variety of products Additionally some online and mail order retailers provide Prop 65 warnings on their websites or in catalogs How do the California warnings compare to federal limits Prop 65 standards are often more stringent than federal and international standards There are various substances that require a Prop 65 warning at l...

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