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2. Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove the cap
from the tank (Fig. 7).
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2
Figure 7
1.
Fuel tank cap
2.
Fuel valve
3. Using unleaded gasoline, fill the fuel tank to within
1/4” to 1/2” (6 to 13 mm) from top of tank, not into
filler neck.
IMPORTANT: Do not fill the tank more than 1/4”
from the top of the tank because the gasoline must have
room to expand.
4. Install the fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled fuel.
IMPORTANT: Do not mix oil with the gasoline. Never
use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, gasohol
containing more than 10% ethanol, or white gas
because the fuel system could be damaged.
Do not use fuel additives other than those
manufactured for fuel stabilization during storage,
such as Toro Stabilizer/Conditioner. Toro
Stabilizer/Conditioner is a petroleum distillate based
product. Toro does not recommend stabilizers with an
alcohol base such as ethanol, methanol, or isopropyl.
Do not use additives to enhance the power or
performance of the engine.
5. Connect the spark plug wire (Fig. 6).
Operation
Starting the Engine
1. Open the fuel valve (Fig. 7).
2. Move throttle to (Choke) (Fig. 8).
3. Lift the blade control bail to the handle and hold.
(Fig. 8).
4. Pull the starter handle lightly until resistance is felt,
then pull it sharply (Fig. 8). Allow the rope return to
the handle slowly. When engine starts, regulate throttle
as desired. Allow the engine to warm up. During warm
up, the equipment can be operated.
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3
Figure 8
1.
Blade control bail
2.
Throttle
3.
Starter handle
Note: If the engine fails to start after three (3) pulls,
repeat steps 2–4.
Stopping the Engine
Release the blade control bail. Both the engine and blade
will stop. See your dealer immediately if they do not.
Self–propel Drive
(Self-propelled model only)
The mower has three ground speeds: number “1” is slow,
“2” is medium, and “3” is a fast walking pace.
Ground speed control is located at rear of belt cover
(Fig. 9).
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Figure 9
1.
Ground speed control
1. Move ground speed control to
(NEUTRAL).
2. Start the engine.
