Toro 20461, 20462, 20463, 20472, 20473 Operator's Manual

...

FORM NO. 3318-781 REV A

Super Recycler®

Walk-behind Power Mower

Model No. 20461, 20462, 20463, 20472, 20473-- 6900001 & Up Model No. 20467, 20468, 20469, 20470, 20478,

20479, 20480 -- 7900001 & Up

Super Recycler®

Tondeuse motoris_e &guidage arriere

Modele No. 20461, 20462, 20463,

20472, 20473 m 6900001 et suivants

ModUle No. 20467, 20468, 20469 20470, 20478,

20479, 20480 m 7900001 et suivants

Super Recycler ®

Cortadora de c_sped motorizada empujada por el usuario

Modelos N. 20461, 20462, 20463,

20472, 20473 -- 6900001 y siguientes

Modelos N. 20467, 20468, 20469, 20470, 20478,

20479, 20480 m 7900001 y siguientes

Operator's Manual

Manuel de L'Utilisateur Manual del Operador

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm.

Les gaz d'echappement du moteur de ce

produit contiennent des produits

chimiques reconnus dans I'_tat de

Californie comme canc_rig_nes,

responsables de malformations

congq_nitales, ou comme nocifs & I'_gard

des fonctions de la reproduction.

El escape del motor de esta herramienta

contiene productos quimicos que segdn

la informaci6n del Estado de California

producen cdncer, defectos congenitos u

otros riesgos reproductivos.

Figures-- Figuras

1 1064

Self-propelled models Modble autotract_

Modelo autopropulsado

English

1, Model and serial number decal

Fran_ais

1. D_calcomanie de num6ros de module et de s_rie

Espa_ol

1. Calcomanfa con los n6meros de modelo y serie

1778

Hand push models ModUle non tract_

Modelo de empuje manual

English

1. Model and serial number decal

Fran_ais

1. Decalcomanie de num6ros de module et de s6r_e

EspaSol

1. Calcomania con los n_meros de modelo y serie

©The Toro Company - 1996, Rev. 1997

Figures--Figuras

English

1. Right handle knob

Fran_ais

1. Bouton de droite

Espafiol

1. Perilla derecha de la manija

2. Left handle knob

2. Bouton de gauche

2, Perilla izquierda de la

manija

311

English

1. Cable tie (self-propelled model only)

2, Cable tie (hand push

model only)

Fran_als

1. Attache de c&ble (modele autotracte uniquement)

2. Attache de c&ble (modUle

non tract6 uniquement)

Espa_ol

1. Abrazadera paracables (modelo autopropulsado

solamente)

2. Abrazadera para cables (medelo de empuje

manual solamente)

311

3. Handle latch

4. Handle stud

5. Control cable

3. Pattede verrouillage

4. Goujon

5. C&ble decommande

3. Pestiilo de la manija

4. Perno

5. Cable de control

English

1. Rope guide

Fran_ais

1. Guide-c&ble

Espa_ol

1. Gufa del cable

2. Stader rope

2, C&ble ded6marreur

2. Cable del arrancador

210

English

1. Discharge door handle Fran_ais

1. Poignee de I'_jecteur

Figul'es -- Figurss

2. Plug rotated clockwise

2. Pivolement del'obturateur dane le sens des aiguilles

d'une montre

1914

EspaSol

1. Asa de la puerta de descarga

2, Tap6n girado hacia la

derecha

Figures -- Figuras

English

1. Spring clip Fran_ais

1. Loquet _ ressort

EspaSol

1. Presilla de resorte

./_ _--" En0,,.. 2 °-2°°3

1915

1. Wire harness

2. Batte W pigtail

Fran_ais

1. Faisceau de c&blage

2. Cordon de batterie

Espahol

1. Arn6s de cable

2. Cable de bated&

3. Battery case

3. Boitier de batterie

3. Caso de bateria

English

1. Dipstick

2. ADD mark

3. FULL mark

Figures -- Figuras

Hand push models ModUle non tract6

Modelo de empuje manual

English

4. Fuel tank cap

5. Spark plug wire

1. Throttle control

2. Control bar

Fran_ais

1, Commandedes gaz

2. Barre de commande

1626

Espa£tol

1. Acelerador

2. Barra de control

3. Recoil starter

3. Demarreur de rappel

3. Arrancador recuperador

Fran_ais

1. Jauge d'huile

2. Repere ADD (ajouter)

3. Rep_re FULL (plein)

Espa_ol

1. Varilla de nivel

2. Marca "ADD" (agregar)

3. Marca "FULL" (lleno)

4. Bouchon du r_servoir de carburant

5. Filde bougie

4. Tapa del dep6sito de combustible

5. Cable de la buj_a

Figures -- FJgurss

Self-propelled models ModUle autotractd

Modelo autopropulsado

English

1. Throttle control

2. Ground speed control

3. Control bar

Fran£ais

1. Commande des gaz

2. Vitesse au sol

3. Barre de commande

4. Demarreur de rappel

Espafiol

1. Acelerador

2. Delsistemade autoimpulsi6n

3. Barra de control

4. Recoil starter

5. Keyswitch (electric start model)

5. Commutateur a cl6 de

contact (mod¢les &

d_marreur _lectrique)

4. Arrancador recuperador

5. Interruptor con Ilave (modelo con arranque

el_trico)

English

1. RUN/DRIVE position

2. RUN/SHIFT position

Frangais

1, Position

MARCHE/TRACTION

2. Position MARCHE/EMBRAYAGE

Espa_ol

1. Posici6n AVANCE/AUTOMATICO

2. Posici6n AVANCE/MANUAL

36O

3. STOP position

3. Position ARRET

3. Posici6n PARADA

English

1, Primer

Fran(;ais

1. Amorceur

Espa_ol

1, Cebador

1344

Figures-- Figuras

English

1. Bag frame on retaining post

2. Pin engaged in catch

Fran£ais

1. Armature du sac accroch6e au tenon

2. Ergot engag_ dans I'encoche

Espa_ol

1. Marco del saco en el poste retenedor

2. Pasador enganchadoen el tanque

3. Handle fully forward. Discharge door closed.

3. Poign6e _ fond vers I'avant. Volet d'6jeclion

ferm&

3. Manija completamente hacia adelante. Puerta de

descarga cerrada

1912

1913

English

1. Pin locked in bag notch

Fran£ais

t. Ergot bloqu_ dans I'encoche du sac

Espa_ol

1. Pasador trabado en la ranura del saco

778

Figures -- Figuras

English

1. Height-of-cut lever

788

1782

Franqais

1. Levier de hauteur de coupe

EspaSol

1. Palanca de ajuste de altura de corte

English

1. Air filter

2. Screw

Fran(_ais

1. Filtre _.air

2. Vis

Espafiol

1, Filtro de aire

2. Tornilto

3. Cover

3. Couvercle

3. Cubierta

English

1. Oil fill tube

Fran(;ais

1. Tube de remplissage d'huile

EspaSol

1. Tubo de Ilenado del aceite

]

(

1003

986

English

1. .030 in. (,76 mm)

Franqais

1. 0,076 mm EspaSol

1. 0,076 mm

viii

Figures-- Figuras

p-q

English

1. Cover

Fran£ais

1. Capet

Espahol

1, Tapa

2. Screw (2)

2. Vis (2)

2. Tornillo (2)

1709

402

English

1. Control knob

Fran£ais

1. Bouton decommande

Espa_ol

1. Bot6n de mando

3 4

English

1. Cable clamp screw

2. Throttle cable

Fran£ais

1. Vis du serre-c&ble

2. C&ble des gaz

EspaRol

1. Tornille de la abrazadera del cable

21 Cable del acelerador

3. Throttle lever

4. Throttle stop

3. Manette d'accel_rateur

4. Butee d'acc_lerateur

3. Palancadel regulador

4. Topedel regulador

English

1. Bolt and Iockwasher

2. Accelerator Fran£ais

1. Boulon et rondelle de blecage de la lame

Espahol

1. Pemo y arandela de la cuchilla

3 757

3. Blade

2. Acc61erateur

3. Lame

2. Acelerador

3. Cuchilla

Figures-- Figuras

• ,,..,4

B O 2

C © 2

English

1. Flat part of blade 3, Wear Fran£ais

2. Sail 4. Slot formed 1. Graisseur

Fran_ais EspaRol

1. Section plane dela lame 3. Usure 1. Engrasador

2. Pale 4. Fente formee ---

EspaRol

1. Parte plana de la cuchilla 3. Desgaste

2. Aleta 4. Ranura formada

1712 English

1. Grease fitting

J 153

1 276

English

1. Sharpen at this angle only

Fran£als

1. Aiguisez a cet angle seulement

Espa_ol

1. Afile en este angulo solament

Self-propelled models ModUle autotract_

Modelo autopropulsado

777

Hand push models

ModUle non tract_ Modelo de empuje manual

Figures -- Figuras

251

English

1. Handle

2. Brake lever

3. 1/8"-3/16" Fran£ais

1. Mancheron

2. Levier de frein

3. 3,2 4,8mm

Espahol

1. Manija

2. Palanca del freno

3. 3,2-4,8 mrn

4. Nut

5. Cable conduit

4. Ecrou

5. Gafne du c&ble

4. Tuerca

5. Conducto del cable

English

1. Handle 4. Nut

2. Broke lever 5. Cable conduit

3. 1/8"-3/16" Fran_ais

1. Mancheron 4. Ecrou

2. Levier de frein 5. Gaine du cable

3. 3,2-4,8 mm Espafiol

1. Manija 4. Tuerca

2. Palanca del freno 5. Conducto del cable

3. 3,2-4,8 mm

English

1. Kickers

Fran£ais

1. Plaques de d_flection Espa£=ol

1. Placas deflectoras

796

Figures -- Figuras

English

1. Right rear wheel

Fran_ais

1. Roue arri_re droite

Espahol

1. Ruedatrasera derecha

1093

English

1. Discharge tunnel

Fran_ais

1. Conduit de rejecteur Espa_ol

1. Canal de descarga

/12

1915

2. Discharge tunnel plug

2. Obturateur

2. Tap6n del canal de descarga

English

1. Belt cover

Fran£ais

1. Garde de la courroie EspaSol

1. Tapa de la correa

2. Bolt

2. Boulon

2, Tornillo

281

English

1. Side discharge chute

Fran_ais

1. Ejecteur lat6ral EspaSol

1. Canaleta de descarga lateral

2047

Contents

Storage ................................ 19

Fuel ............................... 19

Page

Introduction ............................ 1

Safety ................................. 2

Safe Operating Practices .............. 2

Safety and Instruction Decals .......... 4

Assembly .............................. 6

Handle ............................ 6

Starter Rope ........................ 6

Discharge Tunnel Plug ................ 6

Battery ............................ 6

Before Starting .......................... 7

Oil ................................ 7

Gasoline ........................... 7

Recycling Tips .......................... 8

General Tips ........................ 8

Operation .............................. 9

Controls ........................... 9

Starting Engine ...................... 9

Stopping Engine ..................... 9

Self-propelled Drive .................. l0

Pulling Mower Rearward .............. 10

Using Discharge Tunnel Plug .......... 10

Using Optional Grass Bag or Side Discharge

Chute ............................ 11

Adjusting Cutting Height .............. 12

Maintenance ............................ 13

Recommended Maintenance Schedule ... 13

Air Filter ........................... 14

Drain Gasoline ...................... 14

Change Engine Oil ................... 14

Spark Plug ......................... 15

Throttle Cable ...................... 15

Self-propelled Cable ................. 15

Blade ............................. 16

Lubrication ......................... 17

Blade Brake ........................ 17

Charging Battery .................... 17

Disposing of Battery ................. 18

Cleaning ........................... 18

Engine ............................ 20

Cleaning ........................... 20

General ............................ 20

Removing From Storage .............. 20

Accessories ............................ 20

The Toro Starting Guarantee ............... 22

Guaranteed To Start Maintenance Record ..... 24

Warranty ............................... 25

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Toro product.

All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied with your new product, so feel free to contact your

local Authorized Service Dealer for help with service, genuine Toro parts, or other information you may

require.

Whenever you contact your Authorized Service Dealer or the factory, always know the model and

serial numbers of your product. These numbers will help the Service Dealer or Service Representative provide exact information about your specific

product. You will find the model and serial number

decal located in a unique place on the product

(Fig. 1 & 2).

For your convenience, write the product model and

serial numbers in the space below.

Model No.

Serial No.

Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product correctly. Reading this manual will help you and others avoid personal injury

and damage to the product. Although Toro designs, produces and markets safe, state-of-the-art products,

EN-I

you are responsible for using the product properly and safely. You are also responsible for training

persons who you allow to use the product about safe operation.

The Toro warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that

help you and others avoid personal injury, even death. DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are signal

words used to identify the level of hazard, However, regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.

DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are not followed.

Safe Operating Practices

This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death.

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,

which is an odorless, deadly poison.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• Carbon monoxide can kill you and is 'also known to the State of California to cause

birth defects.

WARNING signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are

not followed.

CAUTION signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate injury if the recommended precautions are

not followed.

Two other words are also used to highlight information. "Important" calls attention to special mechanical information and "Note" emphasizes

general information worthy of special attention.

Safety

This machine meets or exceeds CPSC blade safety requirements for walk-behind rotary mowers and the B71.1 specifications of the American National Standards Institute, in effect at time of

production. However, improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,

comply with these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety alert _ symbol which

means CAUTION, WARNING or DANGER--"personal safety instruction." Failure

to comply with the instruction may result in personal injury.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

• Do not run engine indoors or in an enclosed area.

This mower is designed for cutting and recycling grass or, when equipped with a grass bag, for catching cut grass. Any use for purposes other than these could prove dangerous to user or bystanders.

Note:

This engine is NOT_equipped with a spark arrester muffler. Use or operation

of this mower in the State of California on any forest-covered, brush-covered

or unimproved grass-covered land, without an approved spark arrester

muffler, is a violation of the law. Other states may have similar laws.

General Operation

Read this manual carefully before operating the

mower. Become familiar with the controls and

proper use of the mower. Never allow children

under 16 years of age to operate the mower.

Never allow adults to operate mower without proper instructions.

The operator of the mower is responsible for keeping everyone, especially children and pets,

away from area of operation. The operator is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

EN-2

Thoroughly inspect area where mower will be used and remove sticks, stones, wire, and debris.

Watch for foreign objects while mowing.

Wear long pants and substantial shoes. Do not operate mower while wearing open-toed shoes,

jewelry, loose clothing or when barefoot.

Check fuel level before starting engine. Because fuel is highly flammable, handle it carefully.

A. Use an approved container.

B. Fill fuel tank outdoors, not indoors.

NEVER ADD FUEL TO AN ENGINE THAT IS RUNNING OR HOT.

C. Install gas cap on fnel container and gas

tank, and wipe up any spilled gasoline before starting engine.

D. Do not smoke while refueling.

Keep all guards, shields, grass catchers and safety devices in place. Repair or replace

damaged parts, including decals. Check all safety devices before each use.

Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade fasteners and cutter assembly

are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and fasteners in sets to preserve

balance.

Traction drive (self-propelled model), blade and engine are designed to stop when control bar is

released. Ensure control mid brake function properly before each use of mower.

Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive clutch (self-propelled model) before starting the

engine.

While Operating

Always maintain secure footing. Keep a finn grip on the handle and walk; never run. Never operate mower in wet grass. Mow only in

daylight or in good artificial light.

Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Use extreme caution when changing

direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively

steep slopes. Wear skid resistant shoes on slopes.

Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during

operation to protect eyes from foreign objects

that may be thrown from the machine. Wearing of hearing protection, protective gloves and a safety helmet is advisable.

Keep face, hands, and feet away from the mower

housing and cutter blade when the engine is running. Blade can cause injury to hands and

feet. Stay behind the handle until the engine stops.

Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the mower towards you.

Since the blade rotates for a few seconds after the control bar is released, stay behind the

handle until the engine stops.

When bagging grass, stop engine and stay behind handle until all moving parts stop before removing and emptying bag.

10.

When mowing, ensure grass bag is installed over discharge opening.

11.

Shut engine off and stay behind handle until all moving parts stop before unclogging chute.

12.

After striking a foreign object or if mower vibrates abnormally, stop engine and remove wire from spark plug. Check mower for damage and make all repairs before using mower again.

If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized Toro

Service Dealer.

1. Do not run engine indoors.

2. Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the

blade.

13.

Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before adjusting tile height-of cut.

14.

Stop the blade when pushing the mower outside the lawn area.

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15.

Stop engine before leaving the operator's position - behind the handle. Disconnect wire from spark plug if mower will be unattended.

16.

Do not touch engine while it is running or shortly after it is stopped because engine will be hot enough to cause a burn.

17.

Refuel only when engine is cool.

18.

If mower must be lifted to be transported, turn off engine and stay behind the handle until all

moving parts stop.

Maintenance

Perform only those maintenance instructions described in this manual, ff major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact

your local Authorized Toro Service Dealer.

Before mower is cleaned, inspected, serviced, or adjusted, stop engine and disconnect wire from

spark plug. Keep wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting.

To ensure the mower is in safe operating condition, frequently check and keep all nuts,

bolts, and screws tight. Ensure blade bolt is tightened to 40-50 ft.-lbs. (54-68 N m).

4. When servicing blade, refer to blade maintenance section for correct installation and

servicing procedures.

5. To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of excessive grease, grass, leaves, and

accumulations of dirt.

6. Do not overspeed the engine by changing governor settings.

7. Check grass catcher bag frequently for wear or deterioration. Replace with a new bag when worn or damaged for your protection.

Allow engine to cool before storing mower in any enclosure. Do not store mower near any

open flame or where gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.

At the time of manufacture, the mower conformed to the safety standards in effect for

rotary mowers. To ensure best performance and continued safety certification of the mower, use

genuine TORO replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers =nay result in nonconformance with the safety standards, and that could be dangerous.

Safety and Instruction Decals

Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near

any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.

°° °° I SERIOUSLYINJURE. DO NOTOPERATEWITHOUT

_ PLUGOROTHERATTACHMENTLOCKEDINPLACE.

ON DISCHARGE TUNNEL PLUG

EN-4

A DANGER

• THROWN OBJECTSAND BLADECONTACT MAY

RESULTIFDOORIS NOTCOMPLETELY CLOSED.

• THROWN OBJECTS AND BLADE CONTACT CAN

SERIOUSLY INJURE.

• OPEFIATEONLYIF DOOR IS COMPLETELY CLOSED ORATrACHMENT IS LOCKEDIN PLACE.

• CLEAR DISCHARGEWrIH ENGINESTOPPED BY

MOVINGDOOR HANDLE BACKAND FORTH. _,_

ON DISCHARGETUNNEL

| ADANGER

IrROTATING BLADE OR THROWI_

OBJECTS CAN SERIOUSLY

_ll_J/JURE.

"_L DO NOT OPERATE W_TH-

"_kOUT COVER-DEFLECTOR

ASSEMBLY OR OTHER

LOCKED IN

_ACE, _-_.

ON MOWER HOUSING

(Part No. 39-5770)

THROTTLE

UNDER COVER-DEFLECTOR

ASSEMBLY ON MOWER DECK

ON MOWER HOUSING

(Part No. 93-0248)

(Part No. 82-8450)

Self-propelled models only:

CONTROL BAR INSTRUCTIONS TO _TA _: MOVE G ROUND SpEE_ COb_TROL TO "lP.

p_SH P_IER BUTrOf_ OR _GINETHREET_tES. rIFT CONTROL BAR T_3 RUt_RNE pO6fflON A_D HOLO

P_LL ROPE

$_L_T6_UNO SP_. • RtlNiNtlFT

TO CHA_E QRQUND SPEED:ALLOWCOkTROL BAR _ RUN/ORIVE

TO _roP: RE_6E CO_L _R.

THROTTLE GROUNDSPEED

ON CONTROL PANEL

(Part No. 93-4191)

Electric start models only:

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

TO START: MOVE GROUND SPEED CCNTROL TO "N ', MOVE THROTTLE TO FAST.

PUSH PRIME_ BUTT(_N CN EN CiIN E THREE TIMES. LEFT CONTROL BAR TO HANDLE TURN KE_ RELEASE KEY WHEN II_JGINE STARTS OR AFTER TRRE_ $E_JDS OF

CRANKING IF THE _ATT_RYS CHARGE IS TOO WF..AK TO START THE ENGINE, _HE ENGINE CAN BE STARTED WITH THE FINGERTIP STA_TEF_

TO D RIV_: MOVE CONTROL BAR TO R LIN_ HIFT POSITIOhL SELECT GROUI_D

SPEED LIFT CONTROL _ TO R_WDRN E POSITION GROUND

POSiT[O_SPEEDVAR_ AS CONTROL BAR I_ LOW_ E_) TO RUWSHIFT @

TO STOP _NGtIN _: RELF.AS_ (_ONTROL BAR, RUN/DRIV E _--_

_ START

IGNITION

_ RUN/SHIFT

CCI_'rAIP_,_SEALED LEADACID BATi'I_RV,MU_T _, BE RECYCLED OR DISI=O_ O_ PROp_ L'L

o, 1

"m_ N

GROUNDSPEED ,-_

Models 20463, 20473:

ON CONTROL PANEL

(Part No. 93-4192)

Model 20480:

ON CONTROL PANEL

(Part No. 95-3013)

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Assembly

Note: Determine left and right hand sides of

the unit by standing in the normal

operator's position.

Note:

To make the rope easier to loop,

squeeze the control bar on the handle

to release the blade brake.

Handle

The mower is shipped from the factory with filler between the upper and lower handle joints

to prevent shipping and assembly damage. Align upper and lower handles and remove the filler with a pliers.

The left handle knob is shipped from the factory on the outside of the handle (Fig. 3). Remove the

left knob and bolt. Reinstall knob and bolt on inside of handle (Fig. 4). Both handle knobs

should be positioned on the inside of the handles. Tighten handle knobs.

Move handle latches slightly outward so they will not be in the way when pivoting the handle backward into the operating position (Fig. 4).

Pivot handle backward. Move handle latches inward while snapping handle stud into center

hole of handle latch (Fig. 4). If a handle latch does not fit tightly against the handle tube,

remove latch from handle stud, bend the latch inward, and reattach to handle stud. Repeat as necessary to ensure a tight fit between latch and

handle. Make sure handle knobs are securely tightened.

Discharge Tunnel Plug

Selected models only

Open the discharge door by pulling forward on the handle and moving it rearwards (Fig. 6).

Hold the discharge door handle to prevent the spring-loaded door from closing while inserting

the plug.

Since the plug is slightly wider than the discharge tunnel opening, rotate the plug

clockwise slightly while inserting it (Fig. 6).

Make sure the arrow on the plug decal is pointing upwards.

Push the plug all the way in until the spring clip on the bottom of the plug clicks into place,

locking the plug securely into the discharge tunnel (Fig. 7). Release discharge door handle to

lock top of plug.

Note: If handle height is not satisfactory,

adjust by placing handle stud into a different hole.

5. Ensure control cables are to the rear and inside of handles. Secure cables to handle with cable

ties (Fig. 4).

Starter Rope

1. Pull starter rope through rope guide on handle (Fig. 5).

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Battery

(Electric start models only)

1. Connect battery to wire harness (Fig. 8).

Charge Battery. Refer to Charging Battery section.

Before Starting

Oil

Fill crankcase with SAE 30 oil until oil level reaches

FULL mark on dipstick. 10W-30 oil may be substituted if SAE 30 is not available. The maximum

crankcase capacity is 20 ounces (0.6 liters) of oil. Use any high quality detergent oil having the American Petroleum Institute (API) "service elassification"--SF, SG or SH.

Before each use, ensure oil level is between FULL and ADD marks on dipstick (Fig. 9). Add oil if level

is low.

1. Position mower on level surface and clean around oil dipstick (Fig. 9).

2. Remove dipstick by rotating cap counterclockwise 1/4 turn.

Wipe dipstick and insert it into filler neck. Rotate cap clockwise 1/4 turn. Then remove

dipstick and check level of oil on side of dipstick with FULL and ADD marks (Fig. 9). If level is

low, add only enough oil to raise level to FULL mark on dipstick. DO NOT FILL ABOVE

FULL MARK BECAUSE ENGINE COULD BE DAMAGED WHEN STARTED. POUR OIL SLOWLY.

4. Insert dipstick into filler neck and rotate cap

clockwise 1/4 turn to lock.

Note: Check oil level each time mower is

used or after every 5 operating hours. Initially, change oil after the first 2 hours of operation; thereafter, change oil after every 25 hours of operation.

More frequent oil changes are required in dusty or dirty conditions.

Gasoline

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

• Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, when the engine is cold.

Wipe up any gasoline that spills.

• Do not fill the fuel tank completely full.

Add gasoline to the fuel tank until the level is 1/4" to 1/2" (6 mm to 13 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck. This empty space in the tank allows gasoline to expand.

• Never smoke when handling gasoline, and

stay away from an open flame or where gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.

• Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children.

• Never buy more than a 30-day supply of gasoline.

Note:

Toro also recommends that Toro

Stabilizer/Conditioner be used regularly in all Toro gasoline powered products during operation and storage seasons. Toro Stabilizer/Conditioner cleans

Do not use gasoline that has been

stored in an approved container from

one season to the next. Toro strongly

recommends the use of fresh, clean, UNLEADED regular grade gasoline in Toro gasoline powered products.

Unleaded gasoline burns cleaner, extends engine life, and promotes good starting by reducing the build-up of combustion chamber deposits. Leaded

gasoline can be used if unleaded is not

available.

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the engine during operation and prevents gum-like varnish deposits fl'om forming in the engine during periods of storage.

IMPORTANT: Do not mix oil with the gasoline. Never use methanol, gasoline

containing methano|, gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol or white gas because engine fuel system damage could result.

Do not use fuel additives other than those manufactured for fuel stabilization during

storage such as Ibro's Stabilizer/conditioner or a similar product. 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.

Additives should not be used to try to

enhance the power or performance of

machine.

1. Clean around fuel tank cap and remove cap from

tank (Fig. 9).

2. Using unleaded gasoline, fill fuel tank to within

114" to 112" (6 to 13 mm) from top of tank, not

into filler neck. Do not fill tank full.

3. Reinstall fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

4. Connect spark plug wire (if disconnected)

(Fig. 9).

Recycling Tips

Only mow dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on yard and may cause

mower to plug or engine to stall. They may also be slippery to walk on and could cause you to

slip and fall.

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• Wet grass or leaves can cause you to slip and contact blade.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• Blade contact can seriously injure you.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

• Mow only in dry conditions.

Set engine speed to fastest position. Maximum

horsepower provides best cutting results.

Clean clippings or leaves from underside of mower deck after each mowing.

Keep engine in good running condition. Cutting and recutting requires more horsepower.

Clean air filter more frequently. Cutting and recutting stirs up more clippings and dust which clogs the air filter and reduces engine performance.

Cutting Grass

Grass grows at different rates at different times of the year. In the heat of summer, it is generally

best to cut grass at the C, D or E height-of-cut

settings. Only about 1/3 of the grass blade should

be cut off. Cutting below the C inch setting is not recommended unless grass is sparse or it is

late fall when grass growth begins to slow down.

General Tips

Follow these instructions whether cutting grass or leaves for the best cutting results and lawn

appearance:

a Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting

season. Periodically file down nicks on blade.

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When changing height-of-cut from the established setting (ex. C, D or E) to a new

height, the grass may appear ragged or uneven until the grass adjusts to the new established

height-of-cut and regains its normal appearance.

When cutting grass over six inches tall, you may

want to first mow using the highest height-of-cut setting and a slower walking speed; then mow

again at a lower setting for best lawn appearance. If grass is too long and leaves clumps on top of lawn, mower may plug and cause engine to stall.

Operation

Controls

• Alternate mowing direction. This helps disperse clippings over lawn for even fertilization.

If the finished cut lawn appearance is unsatisfactory,

try one or more of the following:

* Sharpen Ihe blade.

• Walk at a slower pace while mowing.

• Raise the height-of-cut setting on your mower.

• Cut grass more frequently.

• Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full

swath with each pass.

Set height-of-cut on front wheels one notch lower than rear wheels. (example: set front

wheels at "C" setting and rear wheels at "D" setting)

Cutting Leaves

When cutting is complete, always be sure that 50% of the lawn shows through the cut leaf

cover. This may require one or more passes over the leaves.

• For light leaf coverage, position all wheels at the

same height-of-cut setting.

If there are more than five inches of leaves Oll lawn, set the front wheels one or two notches higher than the rear wheels. This makes it easier

to feed leaves under mower deck.

Key switch (electric start model), throttle control, ground speed control (self-propelled model), control bar and recoil starter are on upper handle

(Fig. 10 & 11).

Starting Engine

I. Push spark plug wire onto spark plug (Fig. 9).

2. Self-propelled model only-Move ground speed control to N (NEUTRAL).

3. Move throttle control to _ (FAST).

4. Push primer three (3) times (Fig. 12). _Wait

about two (2) seconds between each push.

Note: Do not use primer to restart a warm

engine after a short shutdown. However, cool weather may require priming to be repeated.

5. Start the mower:

• Manual Starting: Squeeze control bar

against handle. Pull starter handle lightly

until resistance is felt, then pull sharply. Let rope return to handle slowly.

• Key-lectric Starting (Electric start models only): Insert key into switch. Turn

key to START and release when engine begins running.

Note:

6. Regulate throttle as desired between _ (FAST)

and -_ (SLOW).

If the battery's charge is too weak to

start the engine, the engine can be started with the recoil starter.

• Walk at a slower mowing speed if leaves are not being cut up finely enough to be hidden down in

the grass.

• If you cut up a lot of oak leaves, you might want to add lime to your grass in the spring. Lime

reduces the acidity of oak leaves.

Stopping Engine

Release control bar. Engine, blade and traction drive will stop. See your dealer immediately if they do not. Stay behind the handle until all

moving parts stop.

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2. Pull wire off spark plug if mower will be unattended or not used. Remove key from switch

on electric start model.

pulling the mower rearward. The mower may need to

be pushed forward one inch or more after control bar

has been released to disengage the self-propelled

drive and disengage the clutches.

Self-propelled Drive

(Self-propelled models only)

The mower has three ground speeds: number "1" is slow, "2" is medium, and "3" is a fast walking pace.

1. Move control bar to the RUN/SHIFF position

(Fig. 13).

2. Move ground speed control to desired setting.

3. To engage the self-propel drive, squeeze the

control bar against the handle to the RUN/DRIVE position (Fig. 13).

Note:

Ground speed can be varied by increasing or decreasing distance between control bar and handle. Lower control bar to slow mower when making a turn

or if mower is moving too fast for you. If you lower control bar too far, the mower will stop self-propelling. Squeeze control bar closer to handle to increase ground speed. When control bar is tight against handle, mower will self-propel at maximum

ground speed. Move ground speed control to N (NEUTRAL) when using the mower for trimming and whenever leaving mower.

Pulling Mower Rearward

(Self-propelled models only)

Your mower is equipped with free-wheeling clutches which make it easier to pull the mower rearward. The

control bar must be lowered enough to disengage the

self-propelled drive and disengage the clutches before

Do not shift speeds while control bar is squeezed against handle in the

RUN/DRIVE position (Fig. 13); the transmission could be damaged. Move

control bar to the RUN/SHIFr position when changing ground speed.

For example, if you arc approaching an object such as a tree or bush from which you want to pull back the

mowel, lower the control bar just enough to disengage the traction drive when the mower is about six inches away from the object. The momentum of the mower should carry it forward at least one inch

which will disengage the clutches. Then you should be able to easily pull the mower rearward.

The self-propelled cable should be properly adjusted so that you can lower the control bar comfortably to stop the traction drive without stopping the engine. See Self propelled Cable section in the Maintenance

chapter for cable adjustment information. If you need

help, see your Authorized Toro Service Dealer.

Using Discharge Tunnel Plug

Selected models only

Make sure engine is off. Open the discharge door by pulling forward on the handle and moving it

rearwards (Fig. 6). Hold the discharge door handle to prevent the spring-loaded door t?om

closing while inserting the plug.

Since the plug is slightly wider thin1 the

discharge tunnel opening, you must rotate the plug clockwise slightly while inserting it

(Fig. 6). Make sure the arrow on the plug decal is pointing upwards.

Push the plug all the way in until the spring clip on the bottom of the plug clicks into place, locking the plug securely into the discharge

tunnel (Fig. 7). Release the discharge door handle to lock the top of the plug.

To remove the plug, move the discharge door handle rearwards while at the same time lift up

the spring clip on the bottom of the plug. When the plug is unlocked, pull it out of the discharge

tunnel.

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Note:

When grass is thick and lush, clippings may collect on and around the discharge tunnel plug. This may make

plug removal difficult. Clean plug thoroughly after each use. Refer to Cleaning, page 18.

Using Optional Grass Bag or

Side Discharge Chute

Selected models only

Occasionally you may wish to use the grass bag for bagging extra long grass, lush grass or leaves.

1. Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to

stop.

2. Ensure discharge door handle is fully forward and pin is engaged in catch (Fig. 14).

3. A. INSTALLING BAG-- Slide hole in bag frame onto retaining post on discharge tunnel

(Fig. 14). Set rear of bag frame onto support rod.

B. INSTALLING THE SIDE DISCHARGE CHUTE -- Slide the hole in discharge chute

frame onto the retaining post on the discharge tunnel (Fig. 34).

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• A worn grass bag could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown in

operator's or bystander's direction.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury or death to operator or bystanders.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

• Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new genuine TORt replacement bag.

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• Thrown objects may result if discharge

door does not close completely.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• Thrown objects can cause serious personal

injury or death.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

• If discharge door cannot be closed because

grass clippings clog discharge area, stop engine and gently move discharge door

handle back and forth until door can be

dosed completely. If door still cannot be dosed, remove obstruction with a stick, not

your hand.

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• Grass clippings and other objects can be thrown from an open discharge tunnel.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• Objects thrown with enough force could

cause serious personal injury or death to operator or bystander.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

• Never open door on discharge tunnel when

engine is running unless the optional grass bag, optional side discharge attachment or

discharge tunnel plug is securely installed.

Pull discharge door handle forward until pin clears catch and move handle rearward until pin

locks in bag notch (Fig. 15). Discharge door in mower housing is now open.

EMPTYING BAG--Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Lift discharge door handle straight up and move it forward to engage the locking pin with catch (Fig. 14). Grasp bag

frame handle and rear of bag and lift bag off mower. Gradually tip bag lbrward to empty clippings.

6. To reinstall bag, repeat steps 3-4.

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Adjusting Cutting Height

Tom's exclusive SmartWheel ® provides a simple method for determining the proper cutting height.

The SmartWheel has two cutting scales -- SPARSE/NORMAL and LUSH -- to ensure the best

height-of-cut setting in any mowing condition (Fig. 16). Use the SPARSE/NORMAL scale during

the warm summer season for the majority of your mowing. The LUSH scale is for thick, moist, succulent grass that grows most often in the spring.

In general, it is recommended that:

• Grass length should usually be cut at the C, D or

E settings or maintained at two to three inches in height.

• Cutting helow tile C setting is not recommended unless grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down. When cutting long grass, you may need to use a higher

height-of-cut setting and a slower walking speed; then recur the grass at a more normal setting. If grass is too long and leaves clumps on top of lawn, mower may plug and cause engine to stall.

• The SmartWheel calculates the proper setting to ensure that no more than 1/3 of the grass blade is

cut off.

Before starting the engine and beginning to

mow, push the mower into the grass. Stop when the letters on the SmartWheel ® design on the

rear left wheel are upright (Fig. 16).

Using the color coded SmartWheel design (Fig. 16), compare the tips of the grass blades to

the colors/letters on the wheel. Whichever color/letter the tips of the grass blades

correspond with is the proper cutting height.

Squeeze the mower's height-of-cut lever toward the wheel and move it to the corresponding color/letter on the mower housing (Fig. 17). For

easier adjustment, lift housing up so wheel is off ground. Do not put fingers under housing when lifting. Ensure pin on height-of-cut lever engages slot in housing. Adjust all wheels to the

same color/letter setting.

Note: Front wheels can be adjusted to 1/2

inch. Move adjusting lever past "A" and release pin into slot in housing, It

is not recommended that the 1/2 inch height-of-cut setting be used on a

regular basis.

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• Adjusting height-of-cut levers could bring

hands into contact with moving blade.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• Contact with rotating blade can cause serious injury.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

• Stop engine and wait for all movement to stop before adjusting cutting height.

• Do not put fingers under housing when adjusting height-of-cut.

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Maintenance

Continued safe and dependable operation requires routine maintenance.

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

every

Service Item

Service Operation

After

use

Hours25Hours

50 100

Hours Hours

Housing

Fasteners fasteners frequently. Keep all nuts, bolts X

Engine Oil fresh oil after first 2 hours of operation. X

Air Filter 25 hours. Replace more frequently if X

Lubrication Grease rear grease fittings. X

Blade frequently if edge is dulled quickly in

Blade Brake

Fuel System Check for leakage and/or deterioration of

Spark Plug Inspect and clean. Replace if necessary.

Clean built-up grass clippings and dirt. X Check blade and engine mounting

and screws tight to be sure the mower is m safe working condition.

Drain and refill engine crankcase with

Thereafter, change every 25 hours.

Replace each mowing season or every

operating conditions are dusty.

Sharpen or replace; maintain more

rough or sandy conditions. Check stopping time every 50 hours or at

start of each mowing season. Blade must stop within three seconds of releasing

bail; if not see your Authorized Toro Service Dealer for repair.

fuel hose. Replace if necessary.

Clean grass, clippings, debris or dirt that

Cooling ;may clog engine air cooling fins and System starter. Clean more frequently if operated

under dirty or high chaff conditions.

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

• If you leave the wire on the spark plug, someone could start the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• Accidental starting of engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

• Pull wire off spark plug before you do any maintenance. Also push wire aside so it does not accidentally contact spark plug.

Air Filter (Fig. 18)

Replace air filter once every season or every 25

hours; replace more frequently under dusty

conditions.

IMPORTANT: Do not operate engine without air filter element; extreme engine wear or

damage will occur.

Note: Tipping mower on wrong side to

service underside of mower may cause damage to air filter.

1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug (Fig. 9).

Remove key from switch on electric start model.

2. Loosen screw securing air cleaner cover to

engine. Tilt cover down and clean thoroughly.

3. Remove paper air filter and discard.

4. Insert a new paper air cleaner filter.

IMPORTANT: Do not try to vacuum or blow dirt out of a dirty paper filter. Always replace

a dirty filter with a new one.

5. Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure with screw.

IMPORTANT: Drain gasoline from a cold engine only.

Remove cap from fuel tank and use pump-type syphon to drain fuel into clean gas can.

Note: This is the only procedure

recommended for draining fuel.

Change Engine Oil

Change engine oil after first 2 hours of operation and after 25 hours of operation thereafter.

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• Tipping mower may cause fuel leakage from carburetor or fuel tank.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• Gasoline is extremely flammable, highly explosive and under certain conditions can

cause personal injury or property damage.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

• Avoid fuel spills by running engine dry or remove gas with hand pump, never siphon.

Drain Gasoline

1. Stop engine and wait for engine to cool. Pull

wire off spark plug (Fig. 9). Remove key from

switch on electric start model.

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Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug (Fig. 9). Remove key from switch on electric start model.

Drain gasoline fl'om fuel tank. See Drain Gasoline section.

Note: The oil should be warm before

draining. Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants than cold

oil.

Even though the gasoline has been drained tTom the engine, enough fuel should be left in the

carburetor bowl and fuel line to start the engine. Reinstall the spark plug wire onto the spark

plug. For electric start models, insert key into switch. Start the engine and let it run until it runs out of fuel. Briefly running the engine will warm up the oil.

Tip mower on left side.

Drain oil from oil fill tube at dipstick (Fig. 19).

Drain oil into appropriate container. Dispose of

oil properly. Recycle per local codes.

Turn mower upright.

Fill crankcase to FULL line on dipstick with fi'esh oil. See Before Starting chapter, Oil section for specifications.

Check oil level and reinstall dipstick.

Set spark plug gap at .030 inch (.76 ram) (Fig. 20).

Install spark plug by hand, then torque to

15 ft.-lbs. (20 N.m) (Fig. 20).

)

Reconnect spark plug wire when maintenance is

completed.

Throttle Cable

Throttle control adjustment may be required if engine does not start or stop. Whenever a new throttle conta'ol cable is installed, throttle must be adjusted.

1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug (Fig. 9). Remove key from switch on electric start model.

2. Remove (2) screws from engine cover and lift off cover (Fig. 21).

3. Loosen cable clamp screw until throttle cable slides (Fig. 22).

4. Move throttle control to f0 (FAST) position.

5. Move throttle cable until throttle lever contacts

stop (Fig. 22).

Wipe up any spilled oil.

Spark Plug

A spark plug that is dirty, pitted, carbon-covered or has worn electrodes may cause hard starting and poor

operation.

Replace spark plug once a season or clean every 100 hours, whichever occurs first. Use a Champion RJ19LM spark plug or equivalent.

1. Pull wire off spark plug (Fig. 9). Remove key from switch on electric start model.

Remove spark plug and clean with a wire brush, removing carbon build-up. DO NOT SAND

BLAST. Check condition of plug for cracks and damaged or worn electrodes. Replace if

necessary.

6. Tighten cable clamp screw to lock adjustment in

place.

7. Reinstall engine cover with (2) screws. Torque screws to 8-10 in.-lbs. (.9-1.1 N-m)

Self-propelled Cable

Selected models only

If mower does not self-propel or has a tendency to creep forward when traction is not engaged, adjust

wheel drive control knob on rear of gear box (Fig. 23).

Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug (Fig. 9). Remove key from switch on electric start model.

Rotate control knob clockwise 1/2 turn if mower

does not self-propel. If mower creeps forward, rotate knob 1/2 turn counterclockwise to loosen

belt.

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