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Folding the Handle

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. Remove the ignition key.

2. Loosen the handle knobs until you can move the

upper handle freely.

3. Fold the upper handle forward as shown in Figure 39.

Important:

Route the cables to the outside of

the handle knobs as you fold the upper handle.

Figure 39

4. To unfold the handle, reverse the steps above.

Removing the Mower from
Storage

1. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly

using the starter to blow the excess oil from the
cylinder.

2. Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque

wrench to 15 ft-lb (20 N

m).

3. Charge the battery for 24 hours.

4. Connect the wire to the spark plug.

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Страница 1: ...lls 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 Important This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler It is a violation of Califor...

Страница 2: ...ischarge 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 blade comes to a complete stop before cleaning the machine removing grass catcher or unclogging the discharge guard Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs...

Страница 3: ...ap and tighten securely 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 machine in a closed area Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves o...

Страница 4: ...104 7402 104 7953 1 Warning read the Operator s Manual for information on charging the battery contains lead do not discard 2 Read the Operator s Manual 104 7403 108 4791 108 8117 4 ...

Страница 5: ...e distance from the machine 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 3 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade remove the wire from the spark plug and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenan...

Страница 6: ...tion Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle If a cable is damaged contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 Carefully move the upper handle forward until the handle halves are in line and nest together as shown Figure 4 Figure 4 2 Tighten the handle knobs Figure 5 Figure 5 3 Rotate the handle rearward as shown until it clicks into place Figure 6 Figure 6 3 Filling the Engine wi...

Страница 7: ... Changing the Engine Oil 4 Installing the Fuse Procedure Your mower comes with a 40 amp fuse that protects the electric starter Important You cannot start the mower with the electric starter or charge the battery unless you install the fuse 1 Unclip both ends of the battery cover and remove it Figure 8 Figure 8 2 Insert the fuse into the fuse holder Figure 9 Figure 9 Note Your mower comes with a f...

Страница 8: ...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 Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a major name brand service station Figure 12 Note...

Страница 9: ...emove the dipstick and check the oil level Figure 13 If the oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick Do not overfill Max fill 20 oz 0 59 l type SAE 30W detergent oil with an API service classification of SF SG SH SJ SL or higher 3 Install the dipstick securely 9 ...

Страница 10: ...e and wait for all moving parts to stop Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height If the engine has been running the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you Keep away from the hot muffler Adjust the cutting height as desired Set the front wheels to the same height as the rear wheels Figure 14 Figure 14 10 ...

Страница 11: ... operate the self propel drive simply walk with your hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides and the mower will automatically keep pace with you Figure 17 Figure 17 Note You can self propel the mower with the blade engaged or disengaged Stopping the Engine 1 Turn the ignition key to the Off position 2 Remove the ignition key when you leave the mower Engaging the Blade When you star...

Страница 12: ...afe operating condition Have the mower inspected and serviced by an Authorized Service Dealer 5 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop Not Using the Grass Bag 1 Move the mower onto a paved surface in a non windy area 2 Set all 4 wheels to the 2 3 4 inch 7 cm cut setting 3 Take a half sheet of newspaper and crumple it into a ball small enough to go under the mower housing about 3 inc...

Страница 13: ...erator or bystanders 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 and lock the side discharge door refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute before bagging the clippings The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop befor...

Страница 14: ...us personal injury Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position Installing the Side Discharge Chute 1 Unlock the side discharge door Figure 24 Figure 24 2 Install the side discharge chute Figure 25 Figure 25 Removing the Side Discharge Chute To remove the side discharge chute reverse the steps above Important Lock the side discharge door after you clo...

Страница 15: ...d can cause the mower to plug or the engine to stall Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade Mow only in dry conditions Be aware of a potential fire hazard in very dry conditions follow all local fire warnings and keep the mower free of dry grass and leaf debris Alternate the mowing direction This helps disperse the clippings over the lawn for even fertilizat...

Страница 16: ... for additional maintenance procedures 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 and hook it onto the retaining post Figure 27 before performing any maintenance procedure Figure 27 3 After performing the maintenance procedure s connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug Important Before tipping the mowe...

Страница 17: ...ants 1 Refer to Preparing for Maintenance 2 Remove the dipstick Figure 30 Figure 30 3 Tip the mower onto its side with the air filter up to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube Figure 31 Figure 31 4 Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level reaches the Full line on the dipstick Figure 30 Do not overfill Max fill 20 oz 0 59 l type SAE 30W detergent oil with an API servi...

Страница 18: ...be blown Replace it with a 40 amp plug in type fuse Refer to Installing the Fuse Lubricating the Wheel Gears Service Interval Yearly 1 Remove the wheel bolts on the rear wheels and remove the rear wheels 2 Apply a lubricating oil to the inner and outer sides of the gear as shown in Figure 33 Figure 33 3 Install the rear wheels Replacing the Blade Service Interval Yearly Important You will need a t...

Страница 19: ...eld 4 Remove the blade Figure 35 5 Remove the blade driver and disk Figure 35 6 Remove the blade brake clutch shield Figure 35 7 Brush or blow out debris from the inside of the shield and around all the parts 8 Install the blade brake clutch shield that you previously removed 9 Install the blade driver that you previously removed 10 Install the blade and the stiffener that you previously removed F...

Страница 20: ...re the mower in an enclosure near an open flame Allow the engine to cool before storing it 1 On the last refueling of the year add fuel stabilizer to the fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer 2 Dispose of any unused fuel properly Recycle it according to local codes or use it in your automobile Note Old fuel in the fuel tank is the leading cause of hard starting Do not store fuel without stab...

Страница 21: ... upper handle freely 3 Fold the upper handle forward as shown in Figure 39 Important Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you fold the upper handle Figure 39 4 To unfold the handle reverse the steps above Removing the Mower from Storage 1 Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow the excess oil from the cylinder 2 Install the spark plug and tight...

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Страница 24: ...ts 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 ...

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