Toro 20651 Operator's Manual

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Recycler

Walk-Behind Power Mower

Model No.: 20651–9900001 & Up

FORM NO. 3322–298

Operator’s Manual

International English (GB)

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Contents

Introduction

Page

Introduction 2. Safety 3

Symbol Glossary4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Assembly 7

Before Starting7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Oil 7

Gasoline 8 Operation 9

Starting the Engine9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stopping the Engine9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Self–propel Drive10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the Cutting Height10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating T

Changing the Handle Height11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance 12

Recommended Maintenance Schedule12. . . . . . . . .

Air Filter13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Draining Gasoline13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Change Engine Oil13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Spark Plug14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the Self-propel Cable14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintaining the Blade15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lubricating the Self–propel Drive16. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning the Underside of the Mower Housing17. . .

Cleaning Under the Belt Cover17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting 18 Storage 19

Fuel 19

Preparing the Engine19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning the Mower19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

General 19

Folding the Handle19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Removing From Storage20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Accessories 20

Rear Grass Catcher20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Side Dischar

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your new product, so feel free to contact your local Authorized Service Dealer for help with service, genuine T

oro parts, or other information you may require.

Whenever you contact your Authorized Service Dealer or the factory your product. These numbers will help the Service Dealer or Service Representative provide exact information about your specific product. Y number decal located in a unique place on the product as shown below

1. Model

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 help you and others avoid personal injury and damage to the product. Although T safe, state-of-the-art products, you are responsible for using the product properly and safely responsible for training persons who you allow to use the product about safe operation.

The T potential hazards and has special safety messages that help you and others avoid personal injury DANGER, W used to identify the level of hazard. However of the hazard, be extremely careful.

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and Serial Number Decal

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ARNING and CAUTION are signal words

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DANGER

serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are not followed.

WARNING

or death if the recommended precautions are not followed.

signals an extreme hazard that will cause

signals a hazard that may cause serious injury

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CAUTION

moderate injury if the recommended precautions are not followed.

wo other words are also used to highlight information.

T “Important” calls attention to special mechanical information and “Note” emphasizes general information worthy of special attention.

signals a hazard that may cause minor or

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Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts, and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.

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On multi–bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade can cause other blades to rotate.

The left and right side of the machine is determined by standing behind the handle in the normal operator position.

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Safety

Training

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Read the instructions carefully controls and the proper use of the equipment.

•

Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawnmower may restrict the age of the operator

Never mow while people, especially children, or pets

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are nearby Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible

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for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property

Preparation

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While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.

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Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which may be thrown by the machine.

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ARNING – Gasoline is highly flammable.

•

Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.

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Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling.

. Be familiar with the

. Local regulations

Operation

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Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

•

Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.

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void operating the equipment in wet grass, where

feasible. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.

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alk, never run.

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For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.

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Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

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

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Stop the blade(s) if the lawnmower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed.

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Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards or shields, or without safety devices, for example deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.

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Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.

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Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting the engine.

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Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade(s).

Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove

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the cap of the fuel tank or add gasoline while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.

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If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapors have dissipated.

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Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely

Replace faulty silencers.

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Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the engine or switching on the motor to be tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part which is away from the operator

Do not start the engine when standing in front of the

•

dischar

ge chute.

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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the dischar

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Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the engine is running.

, except if the lawnmower has

ge opening at all times.

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Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire:

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before clearing blockages or unclogging chute

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before checking, cleaning or working on the lawnmower

after striking a foreign object. Inspect the

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lawnmower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the lawnmower

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if lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately)

Stop the engine

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whenever you leave the lawnmower;

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before refuelling.

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Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut down and, if the engine is provided with a shut-of turn the fuel of

f at the conclusion of mowing.

f valve,

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Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

o reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer

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battery compartment and petrol storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.

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Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration.

Replace worn or damaged parts for safety

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If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done

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outdoors.

Sound Pressure Level

This

unit has a sound pressure at the operator’s ear of 85 dB(A), based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 81/1051/EEC.

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Go slow when using a trailing seat.

Maintenance and storage

• Keep

•

Symbol

Safety symbol within triangle indicates a hazard.

Safety alert symbol

all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the

equipment is in safe working condition. Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank

inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

Glossary

alert triangle —

Sound Power Level

This

unit has a sound power level of 100 LwA, based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 84/538/EEC.

Vibration Level

This

unit has a maximum hand-arm vibration level of 8.0 m/s2, based on measurements of identical machines per EN 1033.

Do not open or remove safety shields while engine is running.

Rotating blade can cut off toes or fingers. Stay clear of mower blade as long as engine is running.

Read operator manual.

Consult technical manual for proper service procedures.

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To avoid blade failure when mulching, use blade stiffener when mower is equipped with mulching plug.

Transmission

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Stay a safe distance from the machine.

Oil

Stay a safe distance from the mower

Thrown or flying objects — Whole body exposure

Thrown or flying objects — Rotary side-mounted mower Keep deflector shield in place.

Stop engine before leaving operator position.

Hourmeter/elapsed operating hours

On/Run

Engage

Disengage

Battery charging condition

Fuel

Fast Neutral

Slow

Decreasing/Increasing

First gear

Second gear

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Grease lubrication point

Third gear

Engine start

Engine stop

Choke

Primer (start aid)

Push primer three times.

Cutting element — basic symbol

Cutting element — height adjustment

Pull rope.

Wheel

Wheel traction

Properly dispose of batteries.

Insert key into ignition switch.

Turn key in ignition switch.

Lower control bar

Raise control bar

Raise/lower control bar.

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Move control.

Raise/lower control bar.

Move control forward.

Move control rearward.

Assembly

1. Loosen

Note:

cables.

2. T

the handle knobs and lift the top handle half in an arc until the handle halves are in line and nest together (Fig. 1).

Use care to prevent pinching or stretching the

ighten the knobs securely

Raise control bar

Lower control bar

Before

Starting

Oil

Initially, (0.6 liters) of SAE 30 oil; 10W if SAE 30 is not available. Use any high quality deter oil having the American Petroleum Institute (API) “service classification”—SF

the crankcase must be filled with 20 ounces

-30 oil may be substituted

, SG, SH or SJ.

gent

Rotate the handle toward rear of the mower until it

snaps into the handle brackets (Fig. 1).

Figure

1. Knob 2. Top

handle half

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Before each use, ensure that the oil level is between the FULL and ADD marks on the dipstick (Fig. 2). Add oil if the level is low

Position the mower on a level surface and clean

around the dipstick (Fig. 2).

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

3. W

ipe the dipstick clean.

Insert the dipstick into the filler neck and rotate the cap clockwise 1/4 turn.

Remove the dipstick and check the level of the oil on the side of the dipstick with the FULL and ADD marks (Fig. 2).

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Figure

1. Dipstick

6. If

the level is low

the FULL mark on the dipstick.

IMPORTANT because the engine could be damaged when started. Pour the oil slowly

, add enough oil to raise the level to

: Do not fill above the FULL mark

Gasoline

DANGER

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•

In certain conditions gasoline is extr flammable and highly explosive.

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

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A fir

e or explosion fr

and others and cause pr

HOW T

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• Stor

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O AVOID THE HAZARD Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open ar 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 fr fumes may be ignited by a spark.

keep it out of the r Never buy mor gasoline.

ea, when the engine is cold. W

om an open flame or wher

e gasoline in an appr

om gasoline can burn you

operty damage.

oved container and

each of childr

e than a 30-day supply of

emely

ipe up

e gasoline

en.

DANGER

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•

When fueling, under certain cir static charge can develop, igniting the gasoline.

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

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A fir

e or explosion fr

and others and cause pr

HOW T

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Do not use gasoline that has been stored from one season to the next. Use fresh, clean, gasoline. Unleaded gasoline burns cleaner life, and promotes good starting. Leaded gasoline can be used if unleaded is not available.

oro also recommends that T used regularly during operation and storage. T Stabilizer/Conditioner cleans the engine during operation and prevents gum-like varnish deposits from forming during periods of storage.

O AVOID THE HAZARD Always place gasoline containers on the gr away from your vehicle befor Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed because interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners may insulate the container and slow the loss of any static charge. When practical, r equipment fr the equipment with its wheels on the r If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a truck or trailer fr container dispenser nozzle. If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used, keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.

Pull the wire off of the spark plug (Fig. 3).

om the truck or trailer and r

, rather than fr

om gasoline can burn you

operty damage.

emove gas–power

unleaded

oro Stabilizer/Conditioner be

cumstances, a

ound

e filling.

efuel

ound.

om a portable

om a gasoline

regular grade

, extends engine

oro

1. Spark

2. Clean

plug wire

from the tank (Fig. 4).

Figure

around the fuel tank cap and remove the cap

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Pull the starter handle lightly until resistance is felt, then pull it sharply (Fig. 6). Allow the rope return to the handle slowly

Figure

1. Fuel

tank cap

3. Using

IMPORTANT fr

om the top of the tank because the gasoline must have

oom to expand.

4. IMPORTANT

use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, gasohol containing mor because the fuel system could be damaged.

Do not use fuel additives other than those manufactur such as Toro Stabilizer/Conditioner Stabilizer/Conditioner is a petr pr alcohol base such as ethanol, methanol, or isopr Do not use additives to enhance the power or performance of the engine.

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.

: Do not fill the tank mor

Install the fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled fuel.

: Do not mix oil with the gasoline. Never

e than 10% ethanol, or white gas

ed for fuel stabilization during storage,

oduct. Toro does not r

e than 1/4”

. T

oro

oleum distillate based

ecommend stabilizers with an

opyl.

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3 2

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Figure

1. Blade

Note:

repeat steps 1–3.

Stopping

1. Release

control bail

Upper handle

If the engine fails to start after three (3) pulls,

Starter handle

the Engine

the blade control bail (Fig. 7). Both the engine and blade will stop. See your dealer immediately if they do not.

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Connect the spark plug wire (Fig. 3).

Operation

Starting

1. Push

temperature is 13 seconds between each push (Fig. 5).

IMPORTANT warm engine.

1. Primer

the Engine

the primer three times (five times if the

_C/55_

F or below), waiting 2

: Do not use the primer to r

Figure

1 5

estart a

m-3855

1. Blade

control bail

Figure

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2. Hold

(Fig. 6).

the blade control bail against the upper handle

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Self–propel

1. To

operate the self-propel drive, squeeze the

self-propel bail against the handle and hold it (Fig. 8).

1. Self-propel

Note:

reduce ground speed, increase the space between the bail and the handle.

2. T

o disengage the self-propel drive, release the self-propel bail (Fig. 9), then push the mower forward manually at least 1 in.

bail

Maximum self-propel ground speed is fixed. T

Drive

Figure

1017

Figure

1. Wheel

2. Release

Note:

height adjustment lever

the height adjust lever and seat it securely in

the notch.

Set all four (4) wheels at the same height.

Operating Tips

General Tips

• Review

carefully before operating the mower Clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches, and

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other debris which could be picked up or hit by the blade and become thrown objects.

the safety instructions and read this manual

1021

Figure

1. Self-propel

Adjusting

Each

wheel is adjusted individually with a wheel height

adjustment lever and 3-1/2 inches (25, 38, 51, 64, 74 and 86 mm).

bail

the Cutting Height

. Cutting heights are 1, 1-1/2, 2, 2-1/2, 3

DANGER

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•

Adjusting the height-of-cut levers could bring

your hands into contact with the moving blade.

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

•

Contact with a r

injury.

HOW T

•

O AVOID THE HAZARD Stop the engine and wait for all movement to stop befor Do not put your fingers under the mower housing when adjusting the height-of-cut.

otating blade can cause serious

e adjusting the cutting height.

1016

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Keep everyone, especially children and pets, away from the area of operation.

• A

void striking trees, walls, curbs, or other solid

objects. Never deliberately mow over any object.

•

If an object is struck, or the mower starts to vibrate, immediately stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire, and examine the mower for damage.

•

Maintain a Periodically file down nicks on blade.

•

Replace the blade when necessary with an original T

oro replacement blade.

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Only mow dry grass or leaves. W tend to clump on the yard and may cause the mower to plug or the engine to stall. They may also be slippery to walk on and could cause you to slip and fall.

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• W

et grass or leaves can cause you to slip and

contact the blade.

WHA

•

Blade contact can seriously injure you.

HOW T

•

Mow only in dry conditions.

sharp blade

T CAN HAPPEN

O AVOID THE HAZARD

throughout the cutting season.

et grass and leaves

1. T

o change the cutting height, pull the adjusting lever

toward the wheel and move it to the desired position (Fig. 10).

•

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

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•

Keep the engine in good running condition.

•

Clean the air filter frequently clippings and dust which clogs the air filter and reduces engine performance.

. Mulching stirs up more

Changing

The

handle has two height positions—high and low

(Fig. 1

1). Select a handle height position that is most

comfortable for you.

the Handle Height

Cutting Grass

• In

the heat of Summer inch height-of-cut settings. Only about blade should be cut off. Cut below the 2 inch setting only if the grass is sparse or it is Autumn when the grass grows slowly

When cutting grass over six inches tall, mow using the

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highest height-of-cut setting and a slower walking speed; then mow again at a lower setting for best lawn appearance. If the grass is too long, the mower may plug and cause the engine to stall.

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

If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory or more of the following:

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Sharpen the blade.

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alk at a slower pace while mowing.

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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.

, cut the grass at the 2, 2.5, or 3

!/3

of the grass

, try one

Figure

1. Low

setting

High setting

1. Squeeze

Position the handle and cable anchor over the pins at the desired height.

Note:

slightly.

Adjust the cable. Refer to Adjusting the Self–propel

Cable in the Maintenance section, page 14.

the bottom handle section (both sides) inward

f of the pins.

The belt cover may need to be loosened and moved

Cable anchor

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Set the height-of-cut on the front wheels one notch lower than the rear wheels. (example: set the front wheels at the 2 inch setting and the rear wheels at the

2.5 inch setting)

Cutting Leaves

• When

•

• W

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cutting is complete, ensure that 50% of the lawn shows through the cut leaf cover or more passes over the leaves.

Position all wheels at the same height-of-cut setting.

alk at a slower mowing speed if the leaves are not

being cut up finely enough to be hidden in the grass. If you cut up a lot of oak leaves, add lime to your grass

in the spring. Lime reduces the acidity of the leaves.

. This may require one

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Maintenance

Recommended

Service

Housing

Fasteners

Air Filter

Engine Oil

Blade

Blade Brake

Item

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

fasteners. Keep all fasteners tight to keep the mower in safe working condition.

Replace each mowing season or every 25 hours.

operating conditions are dusty.

Drain and refill engine crankcase with fresh oil after first 5 hours of operation. Thereafter

Sharpen or replace; maintain more frequently if edge is dulled quickly in rough or sandy conditions.

Check stopping time every 50 hours or at the start of each mowing season. Blade must stop within 3 seconds of releasing bail; if not, see your Authorized T Service Dealer for repair

Maintenance Schedule

Service Operation

Replace more frequently if

, change every 50 hours.

oro

After

every

use

Hours25Hours50Hours

100

Hours

Lubrication Fuel System

Belt Cover Spark Plug

Cooling System

POTENTIAL

•

If you leave the wir

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

•

Accidental starting of engine could seriously injur

HOW T

•

Pull the wir

does not accidentally contact spark plug.

Grease rear height adjustor brackets. Check for leakage and/or deterioration of

fuel hose. Replace if necessary Remove and clean grass, clippings and

debris from under cover Inspect and clean. Replace if necessary Clean grass, clippings, debris or dirt that

may clog engine air cooling fins and starter

. Clean more frequently if operated

under dirty or high chaf

f conditions.

CAUTION

HAZARD

e on the spark plug, someone could start the engine.

O AVOID THE HAZARD

e off of the spark plug befor

e you do any maintenance. Also push wir

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e you or other bystanders.

e aside so it

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Air

Filter

Change

Engine Oil

Replace replace it more frequently under dusty conditions.

IMPORTANT air filter element; extr

3. T

1. Air

2. Screw

4. Remove IMPORTANT

the air filter once every season or every 25 hours;

: Do not operate the engine without the

eme engine damage will occur

Stop the engine and pull the wire of (Fig. 14).

Loosen the screw securing the air cleaner cover (Fig. 12).

ilt the cover down and clean it thoroughly (Fig. 12).

Figure

filter

the paper air filter and discard it (Fig. 12).

: Do not try to clean a paper filter

f of the spark plug

3. Cover

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Change and after 50 hours of operation thereafter while the engine is warm.

the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation

. Change oil

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•

Gasoline is extr explosive and under certain conditions can cause personal injury or pr

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

• T

ipping the mower may cause fuel leakage

om the carbur

HOW T

• A

O AVOID THE HAZARD

void fuel spills by running the engine dry or

emoving gas with a hand pump; never siphon.

Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank. Refer to the Draining Gasoline section, page 13.

Start the engine and let it run until it runs out of fuel. Pull the wire off of the spark plug (Fig. 14). Remove the dipstick and tip the mower on the left

side, draining the oil out the oil fill tube into an appropriate container (Fig. 13).

emely flammable, highly

operty damage.

etor or fuel tank.

Insert a new paper air cleaner filter (Fig. 12).

Install the air cleaner cover and secure it with the screw.

Draining

1. Stop IMPORTANT

Note:

draining fuel.

the engine and wait for it to cool.

Pull the wire off of the spark plug (Fig. 14). Remove the cap from the fuel tank and use a

pump-type syphon to drain the fuel into a clean gas can.

This is the only procedure recommended for

Gasoline

: Drain gasoline fr

om a cold engine only

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m–-1782

Figure

1. Oil

fill tube

5. Recycle

6. T

Fill the crankcase to the FULL line on the dipstick with fresh oil. Refer to the Oil section, page 7, for specifications.

Check the oil level and install the dipstick.

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the oil as per local codes.

urn the mower upright.

ipe up any spilled oil.

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Spark

Use

Plug

a Champion RJ19LM spark plug or equivalent. The correct air gap is 0.030” (0.76 mm). Remove the plug after every 25 operating hours and check its condition.

Stop the engine and pull the wire off the spark plug (Fig. 14).

Figure

1. Spark

plug

Spark plug wire

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Adjusting

Whenever

the handle height is changed, a new

the Self-propel Cable

self–propelled cable is installed, or the traction drive belt slips, adjustment is required.

The self–propelled cable is adjusted on the handle by moving the cable jacket held by the cable support.

Loosen the nut on the cable support (Fig. 16).

Hold the self–propel bail 1 to 1

!/2

in. (25 to 38 mm)

from the handle (Fig. 16).

2. Clean

around the spark plug and remove it from the

cylinder head.

IMPORTANT spark plug. Do not clean the electr damage could r

Set the gap on the new plug to 0.030” (0.76 mm) (Fig.

: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty

odes because engine

esult fr

om grit entering the cylinder

15).

.030 in.

(.76 mm)

Figure

4. Install

the spark plug and gasket seal. T

to 15 ft-lb (20 N

m).

Connect the spark plug wire (Fig. 14).

ighten the plug

1. 1

to 1

!/2

in. (25 to 38 mm)

Self -propelled bail

Cable jacket

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3. Pull

4. T

5. Note:

the cable jacket down (away from the bail).

ighten the nut on the cable support.

Release the bail and ensure that the cable is loose.

The cable must be loose with the bail in the

Figure

Cable support

5. Nut

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released position or the mower may creep when the bail is disengaged.

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Maintaining

straight, sharp blade provides maximum cutting

performance. Regularly inspect and sharpen the blade.

the Blade

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•

The blade is sharp.

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

•

Contact with a sharp blade can cause serious personal injury

HOW T

• W

O AVOID THE HAZARD

ear gloves or wrap the sharp edges of the

blade with a rag.

Complete one of the following: A.

If a slot or wear is noticed, (Fig. 18B & C), replace the blade. Refer to the Removing and Installing the Blade sections.

If the blade is nicked or dull, sharpen it. Refer to the Removing, Sharpening, Balancing, and Installing the Blade sections.

If there are no signs of wear of dullness, return the mower to the upright position and replace the spark plug wire (Fig. 14).

Stop the engine and pull the wire of (Fig. 14).

f of the spark plug

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•

Gasoline is extr explosive and under certain conditions can cause personal injury or pr

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

• T

ipping the mower may cause fuel leakage

om the carbur

HOW T

• A

3. T

O AVOID THE HAZARD

void fuel spills by running the engine dry or

emoving gas with a hand pump; never siphon.

Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank. Refer to the Draining Gasoline section, page 13.

ip the mower on its left side (Fig. 17). A

the blade because starting problems may result.

emely flammable, highly

operty damage.

etor or fuel tank.

void rotating

3. Wear

Slot formed

1. Sail

2. Flat

Figure

part of blade

DANGER

POTENTIAL

•

A worn or damaged blade could br piece of the blade could be thr operator’

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

•

A thr personal injury or death to the operator or bystanders.

HOW T

•

Inspect the blade periodically for wear or damage. Replace a worn or damaged blade.

•

HAZARD

own into

s or bystander’s ar

own piece of the blade could cause serious

O AVOID THE HAZARD

ea.

270

eak and a

Figure

Inspecting the Blade

1. Examine

where flat and curved parts meet (Fig. 18A).

the blade for sharpness and wear

, especially

757

Removing the Blade

1. Grasp

the end of the blade using a rag or thickly

padded glove. Remove the blade bolt, lockwasher

and blade (Fig. 19).

, blade accelerator

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Figure

1. Blade

3. Accelerator

bolt

Lock washer

4. Blade

Blade driver

Sharpening the Blade

Using

a file, sharpen top side of the blade and maintain

the original cutting angle (Fig. 20).

Installing the Blade

1. Position

the blade onto the spindle and blade driver

, with the curved blade tips pointing toward the mower and the blade driver nesting in the recess of the blade (Fig. 19).

Install the accelerator

, lock washer

, and blade bolt

(Fig. 19).

3. T

ighten the blade bolt to 50 ft-lb (68 N

1627

m).

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•

Operating the mower without the accelerator in place could cause the blade to flex, bend, or break.

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

•

A broken blade could cause serious injury or death to the operator or bystanders.

HOW T

•

O AVOID THE HAZARD Do not operate the mower without the accelerator.

Figure

1. Sharpen

Note:

at this angle only

The blade will remain balanced if same amount of

material is removed from both cutting edges.

Balancing the Blade

1. Check

Note: You can also check the balance using a

commercially manufactured, blade balancer

the balance of the blade by placing the center hole of the blade over a nail or screwdriver shank clamped horizontally in a vise (Fig. 21).

Figure

153

1007

Lubricating

the Self–propel

Drive

1. Wipe

1. Grease

2. Install

IMPORTANT pr

the grease fittings on the rear height-of-cut

adjustors (Fig. 22) with a clean rag.

Figure

fitting

a grease gun onto each fitting in turn and gently apply one or two pumps of #2 multi-purpose lithium grease to each.

event pr

: Excess gr

oper wheel clutch operation.

ease may damage seals and

1018

2. If

either end of the blade rotates downward, file that end (not the cutting edge or the end near the cutting edge). The blade is properly balanced when neither end drops.

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Cleaning

the Underside of the

Mower Housing

ensure best performance, keep the underside of the mower housing clean. Be especially careful to keep the kickers free of debris (Fig. 23).

1. Kickers

Washing Method

1. Position

surface near a garden hose.

the mower on a flat, concrete or asphalt

Figure

757

Pull the wire off of the spark plug (Fig. 14).

Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank. Refer to the Draining Gasoline section, page 13.

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•

Gasoline is extr explosive and under certain conditions can cause personal injury or pr

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

• T

ipping the mower may cause fuel leakage

om the carbur

HOW T

• A

3. T

5. T

O AVOID THE HAZARD

void fuel spills by running the engine dry or

emoving gas with a hand pump; never siphon.

ip the mower on its left side with the air filter up

(Fig. 23). Remove dirt and grass clippings with a hardwood

scraper

. A

void burrs and sharp edges.

urn the mower upright.

emely flammable, highly

operty damage.

etor or fuel tank.

Start the engine.

Hold the running garden hose at handle level and direct the water to flow on the ground just in front of the right rear tire (Fig. 24).

The blade will draw in water and wash out clippings. Let the water run until you no longer see clippings being washed out from under housing.

Figure

1. Rear

4. Stop

5. T

right wheel

the engine.

urn of

f the garden hose.

Start the mower and let it run for a few minutes to dry out the moisture on the mower and its components.

While the engine is running, engage and disengage the traction drive several times to dry it out.

Scraping Method

1093

Refill the gas tank.

Connect the spark plug wire (Fig. 14).

Cleaning

Keep

area under belt cover free of debris.

1. W

ith the engine turned of

the belt cover (Fig. 25) to the mower housing.

1. Belt

cover

2. Lift

area. Install the belt cover

Under the Belt Cover

f, remove the bolt securing

Figure

f the cover and brush out all debris from the belt

2. Bolt

1666

washing does not remove all debris from under the

mower

, tip it and scrape it clean.

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Troubleshooting

our mower was designed and built for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully

problem continues, see your Authorized T

oro Service Dealer

. If a

PROBLEM

Engine will not start

Engine starts hard or loses power

Engine runs rough

Mower or engine vibrates excessively

CORRECTIVE

Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline

Move throttle lever to the F

Press primer three (3) times

Spark plug

•

Connect spark plug wire

•

Clean spark plug, check spark plug gap, replace if damaged

Drain and refill fuel tank with fresh gasoline

Replace air filter element

Clean underside of mower deck

Clean spark plug, check spark plug gap, replace if damaged

Check engine oil

Connect spark plug wire

Clean spark plug, check spark plug gap, replace if damaged

Move throttle lever from SLOW to F

Replace air filter element

Balance blade. Or if blade is bent, replace it.

2. T

ighten blade mounting bolt

AST position

ACTION

AST position

Clean underside of mower deck

4. T

ighten engine mounting bolts

Uneven cutting pattern

Discharge chute plugs

Will not self-propel

Place all four (4) wheels at same height

Sharpen and balance blade

Change mowing pattern

Clean underside of mower deck

Move throttle lever from SLOW to F

Raise cutting height

Slow down

Allow grass to dry before mowing

Clean underside of mower deck

Adjust self-propelled cable

Clean debris from under belt cover

AST position

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Storage

prepare the lawn mower for of perform the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer to the Maintenance section, page 12.

Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the mower to keep it clean and protected.

f-season storage,

Figure

1009

Fuel

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•

Gasoline can vaporize if stored over long periods of time.

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

• V

aporized fuel can explode if it comes into

contact with open flame.

HOW T

•

e recommend Toro Fuel Conditioner to stabilize fuel for storage. If possible, the last fuel fill of the year should be treated with T

Run the fuel tank empty when mowing the last time prior to storage. The smaller the amount of fuel in the tank, the shorter the time required to run the fuel system dry the mower until engine stops from lack of fuel.

Preparing

O AVOID THE HAZARD Do not store gasoline (fuel) over long periods of time. Do not stor enclosur furnace or water heater pilot light.) Allow the engine to cool befor enclosure.

e mower with fuel in the tank in an

e with an open flame. (Example: a

e storing in any

oro Fuel Conditioner

. Run

the Engine

5. Install

Cleaning

1. Clean

spark plug but

wire.

do not

connect the spark plug

the Mower

the mower housing. Refer to the Cleaning the

Underside of the Mower Housing section, page 17. Clean any dirt and chaf

head fins, and blower housing. Also remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from external parts of the engine, shrouding, and top of the mower housing.

f from the cylinder

, cylinder

General

Check the condition of the blade. Refer to the Maintaining the Blade section, page 15.

2. T

ighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.

Lubricate the wheels. Refer to the Lubricating the Self–Propel Drive section, page 16.

4. T

ouch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces. Paint is

available from an Authorized Toro Service Dealer

Folding

1. Push

handle slides past the stops on the handle brackets (Fig. 27).

the Handle

in the right bottom handle section until the

1. While

the engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refer to the Changing Engine Oil section, page 13.

Remove the spark plug (Fig. 14). Using an oil can, squirt about one tablespoon of oil

through spark plug hole (Fig. 26). Slowly rotate the engine several times, using the

starter rope, to distribute the oil.

2. Rotate

Figure

the handle toward the front of mower (Fig. 28).

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Loosen the knobs securing the top handle section to bottom section and fold the top handle section back toward the rear of the mower into the storage position (Fig 28).

Note:

When folding the handle, do not allow the cables to get pinched, crimped, or caught on the handle knobs. Fold the handle only in the direction illustrated (Fig. 28).

Perform the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer to the Maintenance section, page 12.

Fill the fuel tank (Fig. 30) with fresh, clean gasoline.

Figure

1. Fuel

tank cap

1626

Figure

Note:

For short term storage, place the handle in the position shown in Figure 29.

Figure

Removing

From Storage

1679

1684

8. Check

the engine oil level.

Connect the spark plug wire (Fig. 14).

Accessories

Accessories may have been shipped with your mower or are available from your Authorized T proper installation, follow these instructions.

Rear

Grass Catcher

Installing the Discharge Tunnel

1. Stop

the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.

Remove the knob and side cover clamp (Fig. 31).

oro Dealer

. For

1. Unfold

the handle. Refer to the Assembly section,

page 7. Check and tighten all fasteners. Remove the spark plug (Fig. 14) and spin the engine

rapidly using the starter to blow excess oil from the cylinder.

Clean the spark plug or replace it if it is cracked, broken, or the electrodes are worn.

Install the spark plug and torque it to 15 ft.-lbs. (20 N

m).

1. Knob

2. Side

3. Remove

Figure

Side opening cover

cover clamp

and save the three bolts securing the

dischar

ge cover to the mower (Fig. 32). Save the cover

and bolts for future use.

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Screw and nut

1. Discharge

Bolt (3)

4. Remove

Figure

cover

the screw and nut from side of the mower

(Fig. 32). Save them for future use.

Install four grommets supplied with the grass catcher into the four square holes in the mower (Fig. 33).

1. Grommet

Figure

(4)

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2009

1. Discharge

2. Tongue

Self-tapping screw

9. Install

the self-tapping plastite screw supplied with the

Figure

tunnel

Bolt (3)

Discharge tunnel door

grass catcher into the side hole and tongue, and partially tighten the screw (Fig. 34).

10.

Using three screws supplied with the grass catcher fasten the dischar

11.

Secure the front, right corner of the dischar

ge tunnel to the mower (Fig. 34).

ge tunnel and the side opening cover with the side cover clamp removed previously and the long knob supplied with the grass catcher (Fig. 35)

2010

6. Insert

the tongue of the discharge tunnel into the

mower (Fig. 34).

Align the holes in the tunnel with the grommets in the mower (Fig. 34).

Ensure that the hole in the tongue aligns with the hole in the side of the mower (Fig. 34).

1. Long

knob

Side cover clamp

Figure

Side opening cover

m–4274

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DANGER

POTENTIAL

•

If the side opening cover is not secur clamped in place, debris could be thr the side opening.

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

• Thr

own debris can cause serious personal

injury or death to the operator or bystanders.

HOW T

•

Always ensur cover is closed and locked in place by the side cover clamp or that the side discharge chute is secur mower.

12.T

ighten all four screws and the long knob.

13.

Open and close the tunnel door to ensure that it moves freely (Fig. 34).

HAZARD

O AVOID THE HAZARD

e that either the side opening

ely seated in place befor

ely

own out of

e starting the lawn

Set the rear of the bag frame onto the lower handle.

Figure

1. Handle

5. Pull

fully forward Bag door Bag door latch

Bag rod hook in front of handle bracket

the handle rearward until the handle latch locks in

the notch in the bag door latch (Fig. 37).

2022

Installing the Grass Bag

Note: T the grass bag and ensure that the dischar closed and secured.

o recycle grass instead of catch it, do not install

ge tunnel door is

DANGER

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• Thr

own objects may r

door does not close completely

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

• Thr

own objects can cause serious personal

injury or death.

HOW T

•

O AVOID THE HAZARD If the discharge door cannot be closed because grass clippings clog the discharge ar engine and gently move the discharge door handle back and forth until the door can be closed completely r

emove the obstruction with a stick; not your

hand.

Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

Ensure that the dischar (door closed) (Fig. 36).

Fit the bag door opening over the dischar opening as shown in Figure 36.

The bag door latches should straddle the door handle, and the bag rod hook should be in front of the handle bracket.

esult if the discharge

ea, stop the

. If door still cannot be closed,

ge door handle is fully forward

ge tunnel

The dischar

ge door in the mower housing is now open and the bag is locked into position. The latch should seat in bottom of the notch.

Figure

1. Handle notch

latch locked in bag

2. Notch

in bag door latch

DANGER

POTENTIAL

•

Grass clippings and other objects can be thr

own fr

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

•

Objects thrown with enough for serious personal injury or death to the operator or bystander

HOW T

•

Never open the door on the discharge tunnel when the engine is running.

HAZARD

om an open discharge tunnel.

ce could cause

O AVOID THE HAZARD

548

Page 23

DANGER

5. Close

the cover

Removing the Side Discharge Chute

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•

A worn grass bag could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown in operator or bystander’s dir

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

• Thr

own objects can cause serious personal

injury or death to the operator or bystanders.

HOW T

•

O AVOID THE HAZARD Check the grass bag fr damaged, install a new genuine T

eplacement bag that has this or a similar

r warning.

ection.

equently

. If it is

oro

Emptying the Grass Bag

1. Stop

Side

the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

Lift the door latch until it clears the bag notch and move the dischar

Grasp the bag frame handle and the rear of the grass bag and lift the bag of

Gradually tip bag forward to empty clippings.

ge door handle forward (Fig. 36).

f of the mower

Discharge Chute

Installing the Side Discharge Chute

1. Stop

the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.

Remove the knob and side cover clamp, then replace the knob in the hole and save the clamp for future use (Fig. 31).

Lift up on the side opening cover (Fig. 31). Slide the chute over the opening with the slots in the

chute lined up with the tabs under the cover (Fig. 38).

1. Stop

’s

the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.

Open the side opening cover and remove the side dischar

ge chute (Fig. 38). Close the cover Remove the knob, then install the side cover clamp

and the knob, securing the side opening cover (Fig. 31 and 39).

Figure

m–4279

DANGER

POTENTIAL

•

If the side opening cover is not secur clamped in place, debris could be thr the side opening.

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

• Thr

own debris can cause serious personal

injury or death to the operator or bystanders.

HOW T

•

Always ensur cover is closed and locked in place by the side cover clamp or that the side discharge chute is secur mower.

HAZARD

O AVOID THE HAZARD

e that either the side opening

ely seated in place befor

e starting the lawn

ely

own out of

m–4196

1. Side

opening cover

Side discharge chute

Figure

1 3

3. Tab

4. Slot

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