16
times to ensure all gas is removed from the
engine. If gasoline is not drained, gum–like
varnish deposits will form and cause poor engine
operation, 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 distillate 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 container.
Under normal conditions, fuel additives remain
effective in fuel for 6–8 months.
2.
Remove spark plug and pour 2 teaspoons of Toro
two–cycle oil into hole in cylinder. Pull starter
rope slowly to coat inside of cylinder. Install
spark plug and tighten to 10 ft–lb (13.6 N
m).
DO NOT INSTALL WIRE ON SPARK
PLUG.
3.
Clean mower: refer to Cleaning Mower, page 14.
4.
Check condition of blade: refer to
Inspecting/Removing/Sharpening Blade,
page 13.
5.
Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
6.
Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder, cylinder head
fins, and blower housing. Also remove grass
clippings, dirt, and grime from external parts of
the engine, shrouding, and top of mower
housing.
7.
Clean air cleaner: refer to Servicing Air Cleaner,
page 11.
8.
Lubricate the pivot arms: refer to Lubrication,
page 14.
9.
Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces.
Toro Re–Kote paint is available from an
Authorized TORO Service Dealer.
10. Store mower in a clean, dry place, out of the
reach of children. Cover mower to keep it clean
and protected.
Accessories
1.
Side Discharge Kit, Model No. 59199—Install
in seconds. Rear mounted in place of the grass
bag. Disperses clippings while trimming on both
sides (Fig. 34).
2.
Spark Arrestor (Part No. 81–0200)—If a spark
arrestor is required because of local, state, or
federal regulations, it may be purchased at your
local Authorized TORO Service Dealer. Clean
screen after every 75 hours of operation. If
mower is operated on any California forest,
brush, or grass covered land without a properly
operating spark arrestor, the operator is violating
state law, Section 4442 Public Resources Code.
