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Storage

Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place.

Preparing the Mower for
Storage

WARNING

Gasoline vapors can explode.

Do not store gasoline more than 30 days.

Do not store 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. Run the mower until the engine stops from running

out of fuel.

3. Prime the engine and start it again.

4. Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can

no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry.

5. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.

6. Remove the spark plug, add 1 oz. (30 ml) of oil

through the spark plug hole, and pull the starter rope

slowly

several times to distribute oil throughout the

cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during the
off-season.

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

wrench to 15 ft-lb (20 N-m).

8. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.

Folding the Handle

1. Rotate the handle forward (Figure 27).

Important:

Route the cables to the outside of

the handle knobs as you fold the upper handle.

Figure 27

2. To unfold the handle, refer to Unfolding the Handle

in the Setup section.

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Страница 1: ...ay cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions Figure 2 1 Safety alert symbol This manual uses two words to highlight information Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention This product complies with all relevant European directives For details see the separate product specific D...

Страница 2: ...stantial footwear and long trousers Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all stones sticks wires bones and other foreign objects Before using always visually inspect to see that guards and safety devices such as deflectors and or grass catchers are in place and working correctly Before using alwa...

Страница 3: ... gasoline storage are free of grass leaves or excessive grease Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Replace worn or damaged parts for safety Replace faulty silencers If the fuel tank has to be drained do this outdoors Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine Operating an engine a...

Страница 4: ...k 2 Unlock 114 7982 1 Warning read the Operator s Manual 4 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade stay away from moving parts 2 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe 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 lo...

Страница 5: ...arward to the operating position and lock the handle at your desired height Refer to Adjusting the Handle Height in the Operation section 2 Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Important Your mower does not come with oil in the engine Before starting the engine fill the engine with oil Max fill 20 oz 0 59 l type SAE 30 or SAE 10W 30 detergent oil with an API service classificati...

Страница 6: ...y Important Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours change it yearly thereafter Refer to Changing the Engine Oil Product Overview Figure 6 1 Recycling bagging lever 8 Traction assist handle 2 Cutting height lever 9 Rear door 3 Oil fill Dipstick 10 Fuel tank cap 4 Grass bag 11 Washout port not shown 5 Recoil start handle 12 Air filter 6 Self propel drive bar 13 Primer 7 Blade contro...

Страница 7: ...al Before each use or daily 1 Move the mower to a level surface 2 Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth 3 Insert but do not screw in the dipstick into the oil fill hole 4 Remove the dipstick and check it 5 To determine the proper oil level on the dipstick refer to Figure 8 Figure 8 1 The oil level is at its maximum 3 The oil level is too low add oil to the crankcase 2 The oil level is...

Страница 8: ...height lever rearward Figure 9 Figure 9 1 Cutting height lever Note The approximate cutting height settings are A 1 inch 25 mm B 1 1 2 inch 38 mm C 2 inches 51 mm D 2 1 2 inches 64 mm E 3 1 4 inches 83 mm F 3 3 4 inches 95 mm and G 4 1 4 inches 108 mm 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 one of thr...

Страница 9: ... 14 Figure 14 To disengage the self propel drive release the self propel drive bar Note The maximum self propel ground speed is fixed To reduce the ground speed increase the space between the self propel drive bar and the handle Stopping the Engine Service Interval Before each use or daily To stop the engine release the blade control bar Figure 15 Important When you release the blade control bar b...

Страница 10: ... operator s or bystander s direction and result in serious personal injury or death to the operator or bystanders Check the grass bag frequently If it is damaged install a new Toro replacement bag 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 1 Stop the engine and wai...

Страница 11: ...t is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height 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 mower may plug and cause the engine to stall Mow only dry grass or leaves Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the...

Страница 12: ...is or dirt from the engine air cooling fins and starter Clean the system more frequently in dirty or high chaff conditions Yearly Replace the air filter replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions Change the engine oil Replace the blade or have it sharpened more frequently if the edge dulls quickly Preparing for Maintenance 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Dis...

Страница 13: ...into the air cleaner 8 Install the cover Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval After the first 5 hours Yearly 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...

Страница 14: ...ectrode insulator 2 Side electrode 3 Air gap not to scale 6 Install the spark plug and the gasket seal 7 Torque the plug to 15 ft lb 20 N m 8 Connect the wire to the spark plug Replacing the Blade Service Interval Yearly Important You will 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 Servi...

Страница 15: ...gs Figure 25 2 When no more clippings come out stop the water and move the mower to a dry area 3 Run the engine for a few minutes to dry the mower housing Cleaning the Mower Service Interval Before each use or daily Model 20836 only WARNING The mower may dislodge material from under the mower housing Wear eye protection Stay in the operating position behind the handle when the engine is running Do...

Страница 16: ... run until it stops When you can no longer start the engine it is sufficiently dry 5 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug 6 Remove the spark plug add 1 oz 30 ml of oil through the spark plug hole and pull the starter rope slowly several times to distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during the off season 7 Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque wrench...

Страница 17: ...Full mark on the dipstick The engine starts hard or loses power 7 The fuel tank contains stale fuel 7 Drain and fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline 1 The primer has not been pressed 1 Press the primer 3 times 2 The wire is not connected to the spark plug 2 Connect the wire to the spark plug 3 The spark plug is pitted fouled or the gap is incorrect 3 Check the spark plug and adjust the gap if ne...

Страница 18: ...Notes 18 ...

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Страница 20: ...e of the product If for any reason it is impossible for you to contact your seller you may contact any Toro Authorized Distributor to arrange service 2 Bring the product and your proof of purchase sales receipt to the Service Dealer If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer s analysis or with the assistance provided contact us at Customer Care Department Consumer Division The ...

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