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Страница 1: ...ormation 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 California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on any fores...
Страница 2: ...catcher discharge 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...
Страница 3: ...e a nozzle lock open device If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immediately Never overfill fuel tank Replace gas cap 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 ...
Страница 4: ...nders a safe distance from the machine 5 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade remove the ignition key and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance 3 Thrown object hazard do not operate the mower without the rear discharge plug or bag in place do not operate the mower without the side discharge cover or deflector in place 6 Cutting dismemberment hazard of...
Страница 5: ... illustrated in Figure 5 Do not overfill Max fill 0 58 quart 0 55 l type SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SH SJ SL or higher Note If you overfill the engine pour some oil out of it as directed in Changing the Engine Oil 3 Install the dipstick securely Important Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours change it yearly thereafter Refer to Changing the Engine...
Страница 6: ... Figure 7 2 Squeeze the button on the lever with your thumb and fully insert the mulch plug into the opening Figure 8 Figure 8 3 Release the button on the lever and ensure that the top of the lever is lies fully in the switch channel Figure 9 If the top of the lever is not in the switch channel your mower will not start Figure 9 Note If the lever does not latch properly disconnect the wire from th...
Страница 7: ...nd others To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline place the container 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 fr...
Страница 8: ...erfill the engine pour some oil out of it as directed in Changing the Engine Oil 3 Install the dipstick securely Adjusting the Cutting Height Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade causing serious injury Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height Adjust the cutting height a...
Страница 9: ...igure 17 Starting the Engine Important The mower has a safety switch that prevents you from starting the mower unless you first install the mulch plug or the grass bag securely on the mower 1 Install the mulch plug Figure 18 or the grass bag Figure 19 on the mower Figure 18 Figure 19 2 Turn the fuel valve lever to the On position Figure 20 9 ...
Страница 10: ...opelling the mower does not roll backward freely nudge the mower forward about an inch or two without engaging the self propel drive Figure 23 then pull the mower backward Stopping the Engine Service Interval Before each use or daily To stop the engine release the blade control bar Figure 24 Important When you release the blade control bar both the engine and blade should stop within 3 seconds If ...
Страница 11: ...ion 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 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 Installing the Grass Bag 1 Remove the mulch plug Figure 26 Figure ...
Страница 12: ...pings Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass If the bag is on the mower remove it and insert the mulch plug refer to Removing the Grass Bag before side discharging the clippings Important The mower has a safety switch that prevents you from starting the mower unless you first install the mulch plug securely on the mower refer to Mulching the Clippings Installing the Side Discharge Chut...
Страница 13: ... 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 yard and can cause the mower to plug or the engine to stall Wet grass or leaves can cause seri...
Страница 14: ...ating conditions Change the engine oil Lubricate the upper handle Replace the blade or have it sharpened more frequently if the edge dulls quickly Refer to your Engine Operator s Manual for any additional yearly maintenance procedures Important Refer to your Engine Operator s Manual for additional maintenance procedures Preparing for Maintenance 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to s...
Страница 15: ...er 8 Close the cover Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval After the first 5 hours Yearly Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours change it yearly thereafter Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants 1 Perform the pre maintenance procedures refer to Preparing for Maintenance 2 Remove the dipstick Figure 39...
Страница 16: ...traw that comes with the spray can to direct the spray 2 Push the upper handle fully down and spray the inner plastic surface of the outer handle Figure 43 Figure 43 Adjusting the Self propel Drive If your mower does not self propel properly adjust the self propel drive cable 1 Loosen the nut on the cable mount Figure 44 Figure 44 1 Cable mount 2 Pull the upper handle back fully rearward Note If t...
Страница 17: ... 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 gasoline If the blade is damaged or cracked replace it immediately If the blade edge is dull or nicked have it sharpened or replace it The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in ser...
Страница 18: ...ater and move the mower to a dry area 3 Run the engine for a few minutes to dry the housing to prevent it from rusting Storage Store the mower in a cool clean dry place Preparing the Mower for Storage 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...
Страница 19: ...oot pedal and hold it down 2 Move the handle all the way forward and loosen the upper handle knob Figure 52 Figure 52 3 To unfold the handle refer to Unfolding the Handle 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 Conn...
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Страница 22: ...el filter and carburetor adjustments Oil change and lubrication Repairs or adjustments due to the following failure to follow proper maintenance procedures rotary mower blade striking an object contaminants in the fuel system improper fuel or fuel mixture consult your operator s manual if in doubt failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of non use over three months operation misuse ne...
Страница 23: ...Date Storage Preparation Check Spark Plug Lubricate Wheels mowers only Change Oil does not apply to two cycle Air Cleaner Service mowers only Hours Used Part No 374 0018 Rev F ...
Страница 24: ...roducts and the Toro Starting Guarantee on GTS Engine This express warranty does not cover Cost of regular maintenance service or parts such as filters fuel lubricants oil changes spark plugs blade sharpening worn blade cable linkage adjustments or brake and clutch adjustments Any product or part which has been altered or misused or required replacement or repair due to accidents or lack of proper...