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Form No. 3323-129
48
cm Recycler
Walk Power Lawn Mower
Model No. 20826–200000001 and Up
Model No. 20827–200000001 and Up
Operator’s Manual
International English (GB)
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Contents
Page
Introduction 2.
Safety 3
General Lawn Mower Safety3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Pressure Level5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Power Level5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
V
ibration Level5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbol Glossary5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assembly 7
Unpacking the Lawn Mower7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Handle8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Starter Rope8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Handle Height8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Battery9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assembling the Grass Bag9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Starting10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling the Crankcase with Oil10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling the Fuel T
Operation 12
Controls 12
Starting the Engine12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stopping the Engine13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Self-propel Drive13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Cutting Height13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Grass Bag14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Recycler Plug15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Dischar
Operating T
Maintenance 17
Recommended Maintenance Schedule17. . . . . . . . .
Checking the Engine Oil Level18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Engine Oil18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning the Underside of the Lawn Mower
Housing 19
Servicing the Air Filter20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintaining the Blade21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricating the Self-propel Drive23. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Self-propel Drive Cable23. . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning under the Belt Cover23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Spark Plug23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning the Cooling System24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning the Recycler Plug and the Dischar
Tunnel 24
Emptying the Fuel T
Char
Disposing of the Battery24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Fuse25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 25
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ank with Gasoline11. . . . . . . . . . . .
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ge 16
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ips 16
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ge
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ank 24
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ging the Battery24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Storage 26
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Preparing the Fuel System26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing the Engine26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Folding the Handle27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing from Storage27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction
Thank you for choosing a Toro product. W
be completely satisfied with your new purchase.
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and
maintain your product properly. The information in this
manual can help you and others avoid injury and product
damage. Although T
products, you are responsible for operating the product
properly and safely
Whenever you contact your Authorized Service Dealer or
the factory for help with service, genuine T
additional information, have the model number and the
serial number of your product handy
model number and serial number decal on the product as
illustrated in Figure 1.
1. Model
2.
Write
space below:
This
safety messages that help you and others avoid personal
injury and even death. DANGER, W
CAUTION are words used to identify the level of hazard.
number and serial number decal
Rear door
the product model number and serial number in the
Model
No.
Serial No.
manual identifies potential hazards and has special
oro designs and produces safe
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Figure
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ou will find the
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Printed in USA
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DANGER
serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
WARNING
or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
signals an extreme hazard that will cause
signals a hazard that may cause serious injury
•
Never mow while people, especially children, or pets
are nearby
T
ragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the mower and the mowing activity.
children will remain where you last saw them.
. Stop mower if anyone enters the area.
Never
assume that
CAUTION
moderate injury if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
This manual uses two other words to highlight
information.
mechanical information and
information worthy of special attention.
signals a hazard that may cause minor or
Important
calls attention to special
Note
emphasizes general
Safety
T
oro designed this lawn mower for cutting and recycling
grass, or
grass. Any use for purposes other than these could prove
dangerous to the operator or to bystanders.
T
gain knowledge of the product, it is essential that you
and any other operator of the lawn mower read and
understand the contents of this manual before the
motor is ever started. Pay particular attention to the
safety alert symbol
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instruction.” Read and understand the instruction
because it has to do with safety
instruction may r
, when equipped with a grass bag, for catching cut
o ensur
e maximum safety
ARNING, OR DANGER — “personal safety
esult in personal injury
, best performance, and to
which means CAUTION,
. Failure to comply with
.
•
Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult.
•
Be alert and turn mower of
•
Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
•
Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property
.
f if children enter the area.
Preparation
•
While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and
long trousers.
•
Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals.
•
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating mower
•
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones,
and other foreign objects.
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arning: Gasoline is highly flammable. Take the
following precautions:
.
General
The
following instructions have been adapted from the
ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1—1998 and ISO standard
5395:1990(E). Information or terminology specific to
T
oro lawn mowers is enclosed in parenthesis.
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and
feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following
safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
Lawn Mower Safety
Training
•
Read the instructions carefully
controls and the proper use of the equipment before
starting.
See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation
•
and installation of accessories. Only use accessories
approved by the manufacturer
•
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the mower
restrict the age of the operator
. Be familiar with the
.
. Local regulations may
.
–
Store fuel in containers specifically designed for
this purpose.
–
Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while
refuelling.
–
Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove
the cap of the fuel tank or add gasoline while the
engine is running or when the engine is hot.
–
If gasoline 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 gasoline vapors have dissipated.
–
Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely
–
If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
•
Replace faulty muf
•
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.
•
On multibladed machines, take care as rotating one
blade can cause other blades to rotate.
flers.
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Operation
•
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.
•
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
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alk; never run.
•
Keep a firm hold on the handle.
•
For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of
slopes, never up and down.
•
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
•
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
•
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
mower towards you.
•
Before and while moving backwards, look behind and
down for small children.
•
Stop the blade(s) if the mower has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass
and when transporting the mower to and from the area
to be mowed.
•
Never operate the mower with damaged or missing
guards or shields, or without safety devices; for
example, deflectors and/or grass catchers in place.
•
Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine.
•
Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting
the engine.
•
Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully
according to instructions and with feet well away from
the blade(s).
•
Do not tilt when starting the engine or switching on
the motor
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
•
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the dischar
•
Never pick up or carry a mower while the engine is
running.
•
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead
–
–
, unless the mower has to be tilted for
ge chute.
ge opening at all times.
before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
before checking, cleaning, or working on the
mower;
–
after striking a foreign object. Inspect the mower
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the mower;
–
if mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately).
•
Stop the engine
–
whenever you leave the mower;
–
before refuelling.
•
Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out and,
if the engine is provided with a shut-of
fuel of
f at the conclusion of mowing.
•
Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks,
or roads.
•
Shut the engine (motor) of
comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher
•
Do not operate the mower while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
•
If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally
stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the
cause. V
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents
which can result in a severe injury
slope, do not mow it.
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obstacles.
•
Do not
The operator could lose footing or balance.
•
Do not
cause slipping.
ibration is generally a warning of trouble.
atch for holes, ruts, or bumps. T
mow near drop-of
mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could
f and wait until the blade
. If you feel uneasy on a
fs, ditches, or embankments.
f valve, turn the
,
all grass can hide
Maintenance and Storage
• Keep
•
•
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•
•
•
all nuts, bolts (especially blade attachment
bolts), and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in
safe working condition.
Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank
inside a building where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
o reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, muf
battery compartment, and gasoline storage area free of
grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety
Use extra care when handling gasoline; vapors are
explosive.
fler,
.
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•
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly
•
Keep the mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage.
•
Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair
, if necessary
•
Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while
the engine (motor) is running.
•
Always disconnect electric mowers (live operated)
before cleaning, repairing, or adjusting.
•
Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage,
and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
components and replace with manufacturer
recommended parts when necessary
•
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. W
or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing
them.
•
Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
.
, before restarting.
’s
.
rap the blade(s)
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o ensure the best performance and safety
only genuine T
Do not use “will fit” parts and accessories; they
may cause a safety hazard.
Sound
This
unit has an equivalent continuous A-weighted sound
pressure at the operator ear of 84 dB(A), based on
measurements of identical machines per ANSI
B71.5-1984 procedures.
Sound
This
unit has a sound power level of 95 dB(A)/1 pW
based on measurements of identical machines per
Directive 84/538/EEC and amendments.
Vibration
This
unit has a maximum hand-arm vibration level of 5.5
m/s@
, based on measurement of identical machines per
ISO 5349 procedures.
oro replacement parts and accessories.
Pressure Level
Power Level
Level
, purchase
,
Symbol
Safety
symbol within triangle
indicates a hazard.
Safety alert symbol
Read operator’s manual.
Consult technical manual
for proper service
procedures.
Glossary
alert triangle —
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.
To avoid blade failure
when recycling, use blade
stiffener when mower is
equipped with recycling
plug.
Transmission
Stay a safe distance from
the machine.
Oil
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Stay a safe distance from
the mower
.
On/Run
Throw or flying objects —
Whole body exposure
Thrown or flying objects
— Rotary side-mounted
mower
shield in place.
Stop engine before
leaving operator position.
Hourmeter/elapsed
operating hours
Fast Neutral
. Keep deflector
Engage
Disengage
Battery charging
condition
Fuel
Slow
Decreasing/Increasing
Grease lubrication point
Engine start
First gear
Second gear
Third gear
Cutting element — basic
symbol
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Engine stop
Cutting element — height
adjustment
Choke
Primer (start aid)
Push primer three times.
Properly dispose of
batteries.
Insert key in ignition
switch.
Turn key in ignition
switch.
Move control.
Pull rope.
Wheel
Wheel traction
Assembly
Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the lawn
mower by standing in the operating position.
Unpacking
1. Remove
2.
Remove the grass bag from the box, and set it aside for
future use.
3.
Carefully remove the lawn mower from the box.
the fillers from the box.
the Lawn Mower
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•
Folding or unfolding the handle impr
pinch, stretch, or damage one or mor
cables.
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
•
Any pinched, str
cause an operational failur
unsafe operating condition.
HOW T
•
•
•
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O AVOID THE HAZARD
Do not pinch, str
Handle the cables with car
unfolding the handle.
Do not use the lawn mower if one or mor
the cables ar
Contact your Authorized Service Dealer
WARNING
e of the
etched, or damaged cable may
e that r
etch, or damage the cables.
e when folding or
e pinched, str
etched, or damaged.
esults in an
operly can
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4.
Lay the upper handle on the ground behind the lawn
mower with the handle label facing up.
Installing
the Handle
WARNING
POTENTIAL
•
Folding or unfolding the handle impr
pinch, stretch, or damage one or mor
cables.
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
•
Any pinched, str
cause an operational failur
unsafe operating condition.
HOW T
•
Do not pinch, str
•
Handle the cables with car
unfolding the handle.
•
Do not use the lawn mower if one or mor
the cables ar
Contact your Authorized Service Dealer
1.
Loosen the handle height adjustment knobs and rotate
the lower handle toward the rear of the lawn mower
until it seats into one of the handle height settings as
shown in Figure 2 on page 8. T
height, refer to
page 8.
HAZARD
etched, or damaged cable may
e that r
O AVOID THE HAZARD
etch, or damage the cables.
e when folding or
e pinched, str
Adjusting the Handle Height on
etched, or damaged.
o set the handle
operly can
e of the
esults in an
.
e of
1
3
1. Handle
2.
3.
knob (2)
Oval head bolt (2)
Upper handle section
Installing
Pull
the starter rope through the rope guide on the handle
(Fig. 3).
2
Figure
2
4.
5.
the Starter Rope
2
4
Lower handle section
Handle height adjustment
knob (2)
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2.
Remove the handle knobs and the oval head bolts from
the upper handle section.
3.
Install the upper handle section onto the lower handle
section with the oval head bolts and the handle knobs
as shown in Figure 2. Tighten the handle knobs
securely.
1
210
Figure
1. Rope
Adjusting
You
medium, and low (Fig. 2). Select the handle height setting
most comfortable for you.
1.
2.
guide
the Handle Height
can set the handle to three height settings: high,
Loosen the handle height adjustment knobs.
Set the handle to the desired position.
3
2.
Starter rope
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3. T
ighten the handle height adjustment knobs.
3
Installing
Electric
1. Char
Start Model only
ge the battery
the Battery
. Refer to
Char
ging the Battery
page 24.
2.
Align the pins in the battery case with the holes in the
lower handle, and lower the pins into the holes until
the battery case snaps into place (Fig. 4).
2
1
3
4
1. Battery
2.
Lower handle
Figure
case
4
3.
Wire lead from battery
4.
Wire lead from harness
on
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1
2
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Figure
1. Grass
2.
3.
Note:
bag frame
Bag handle
Grass bag
Make sure that the bag handle is on the outside of
5
4.
5.
Bag cover
Bag base
the bag.
2.
Position the bag cover on top of the frame as shown in
Figure 5.
3. Connect
the wire lead from the battery to the wire lead
from the electrical wire harness in the corrugated tube
(Fig. 4).
Assembling
1. Insert
the grass bag frame into the grass bag as shown
the Grass Bag
in Figure 5.
3.
Snap the top frame bar into the three snap fittings on
the bag cover as shown in Figure 6.
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2
Before
Starting
3
1
4
5
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Figure
6
1. Bag
cover
2. T
op frame bar
3.
Bag cover snap fitting (3)
4. Insert
Note: T
start on one end of the channel and push it onto the frame.
5.
the two side channels and two top channels of
the grass bag onto the grass bag frame as shown in
Figure 6.
o insert the channels onto the grass bag frame,
Snap the bottom frame bar into the four snap fittings
on the bag base as shown in Figure 6.
4. T
op channel (2)
5.
Side channel (2)
6.
Bag base snap fitting (4)
Filling
The
crankcase can hold 22 ounces (0.65 liters) of oil. Use
only high-quality
that has the American Petroleum Institute (API) “service
classification” — SF
Before each use, make sure that the oil level is between
the
Add
1. Oil
the Crankcase with Oil
, SAE 30 or 10W30 weight deter
, SG, SH, or SJ.
and the
fill tube
Full
marks on the dipstick (Fig. 8).
1
Figure
8
2. Dipstick
gent oil
2
m-3665/284
Note:
Make sure the sides of the bag base are
bag frame as shown in Figure 7.
Figure
7
inside
the
To
add oil:
1.
Move the lawn mower to a level surface.
2.
Clean around the dipstick (Fig. 8).
3.
Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap
counterclockwise 1/4 turn and pulling it out.
4. W
ipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.
5.
Fully insert the dipstick into the filler neck, then
remove it.
Note: T
fully install the dipstick.
6.
7.
IMPORTANT
and run the engine; engine damage will r
the excess oil until the oil level on the dipstick r
Full.
o ensure an accurate oil level reading, you must
Read the oil level on the dipstick (Fig. 8).
If the oil level reading is below the
dipstick,
hole to raise the oil level to the
dipstick.
slowly
pour only enough oil into the filler
: Do not overfill the crankcase with oil
Add
Full
mark on the
mark on the
esult. Drain
eads
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8.
Insert the dipstick into the filler neck and rotate the
cap clockwise 1/4 turn.
DANGER
Filling
the Fuel T
ank with
Gasoline
For
best results, use clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline,
including
octane rating of 87 or higher
purchase only the quantity of gasoline that you expect to
use in 30 days. Using unleaded gasoline results in fewer
combustion deposits and longer engine life. Y
leaded gasoline if unleaded gasoline is not available.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
containing methanol, gasohol containing mor
10% ethanol, pr
these fuels can damage the engine’
IMPORTANT
since the last mowing season or longer
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•
WHA
•
HOW T
•
•
•
• Stor
•
oxygenated
or
reformulated
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: Do not add oil to the gasoline.
: Do not use methanol, gasoline
emium gasoline, or white gas. Using
: Do not use gasoline that has been stor
gasoline, with an
o ensure freshness,
ou may use
e than
s fuel system.
.
DANGER
In certain conditions, gasoline is extr
flammable and highly explosive.
T CAN HAPPEN
A fir
e or explosion fr
and others and can damage pr
O AVOID THE HAZARD
Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors, in
an open area, and when the engine is cold. W
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 inch (6 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
ignite the gasoline fumes.
keep it out of the r
Never buy mor
gasoline.
om an open flame or wher
e gasoline in an appr
om gasoline can burn you
oved container and
each of childr
e than a 30-day supply of
emely
operty.
ipe
e a spark may
en.
ed
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•
When fueling, under certain cir
static charge can develop, igniting the gasoline.
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
•
A fir
e or explosion fr
and others and damage pr
HOW T
•
•
•
•
•
Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner regularly during
operation and storage. A stabilizer/conditioner cleans the
engine during operation and prevents gum-like varnish
deposits from forming in the engine during periods of
storage.
IMPORTANT
fuel stabilizer/conditioner
with an alcohol base such as ethanol, methanol, or
isopropanol.
1.
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 from a portable
container
dispenser nozzle.
If you must use a gasoline dispenser nozzle,
keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank or container opening at all times until
fueling is complete.
Clean around the fuel tank cap (Fig. 9).
om the truck or trailer and r
, rather than fr
: Do not use fuel additives other than a
om gasoline can burn you
emove gasoline-power
om a gasoline
. Do not use fuel stabilizers
cumstances, a
operty.
ound
e filling.
ed
efuel
ound.
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1
2
1
3
2
m-3665
Figure
9
1. Fuel
tank cap
2. Remove
3.
Fill the fuel tank with unleaded gasoline to within 1/4
to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) from the top of the tank.
not fill into the filler neck.
4.
Install the fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled
gasoline.
the cap from the tank.
2. Primer
Do
Operation
Each time before you mow
self-propelled drive (self-propelled model only) and the
blade control bail operate properly
blade control bail, the engine and the self-propel drive
should stop. If they do not, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
, make sure that the
. When you release the
1. Blade
2.
control bail
Upper handle
Starting
1. Connect
2
1. Spark
the wire to the spark plug (Fig. 1
plug wire
Figure
10
3.
the Engine
1
Figure 11
2. Primer
Starter handle
1).
m-3662
Controls
The starter handle and the blade control bail are on the
upper handle as shown in Figure 10.
2. Push
Note:
the primer five times, waiting two seconds between each
push.
Note:
brief shutdown. However, cool weather may require you
to prime the engine again.
3.
the primer three times, waiting two seconds
between each push (Fig. 1
If the temperature is 55_F (13_C) or below
Do not use the primer to start a warm engine after a
Hold the blade control bail against the upper handle
(Fig. 12).
1).
12
, push
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2
1
3
Figure
1. Blade
2.
4. Start
control bail
Upper handle
the lawn mower
Manual Starting:
A.
Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel
resistance, then pull it sharply (Fig. 12).
B.
Allow the rope return to the handle slowly
Key-lectric Starting (Electric Model only):
A.
Insert the key into the switch (Fig. 13).
.
Figure
m-4207
12
3.
Starter handle
13
m–4206
Figure
Note:
The lawn mower propels at the maximum speed
when you push in the upper handle as far forward as
possible.
o slow down the drive, simply slow your walking speed;
T
to stop the drive, stop walking (Fig. 14).
.
Note:
If, when backing up after self-propelling, the lawn
mower does not roll backward freely
mower forward about an inch without engaging the
self-propelled drive, then pull the lawn mower backward.
Adjusting
The SmartWheelt
and
Lush
—to ensure the best cutting height setting in any
mowing condition (Fig. 15). Use the
during the warm summer season for the majority of your
mowing. The
grass that grows most often in the spring.
the Cutting Height
has two cutting scales:
Lush
scale is for thick, moist, and succulent
14
, nudge the lawn
Sparse/Normal
Sparse/Normal
scale
B. Turn
5.
When the engine starts, allow it to warm up for at least
one minute; longer in cooler temperatures.
Note:
repeat steps 2 through 4.
Stopping
Release
blade should stop. If they do not stop properly
your Authorized Service Dealer
Using
To
operate the self-propelled drive, simply walk forward
with your hands on the upper handle. As you move
forward, the upper handle will slide toward the lawn
mower
walk, the farther the handle will slide and the faster the
lawn mower will propel (Fig. 14).
the key to the right and release it when the
engine starts.
If the engine fails to start after three attempts,
the Engine
the blade control bail. Both the engine and the
, contact
.
the Self-propel Drive
, activating the self-propelled drive. The faster you
1
Figure
1. Sparse/normal
cutting scale
Toro
recommends the following:
•
Cut the grass at the D, E, or F settings or keep the
grass between 2 to 3 inch (51 to 75 mm) high.
grass
15
2.
Lush grass cutting scale
2
13
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•
Do not cut below the D setting unless the grass is
sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to
slow down. When you cut long grass, use a higher
cutting height setting and walk slower; then cut the
grass again at a normal setting. Mowing the grass
when it is too long can plug the lawn mower and cause
the engine to stall.
Note:
The
SmartWheel
calculates the proper setting to
ensure that you cut no more than a third of the grass blade.
1.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2.
Move the lawn mower into the grass; stop moving the
lawn mower when the
SmartWheel
design on one of
the rear wheels is upright (Fig. 15).
3.
Use the
SmartWheel
design to compare the tips of the
grass blades to the letters on the wheel. The letter on
SmartWheel
the
that matches the tips of the grass
blades is the proper cutting height.
4.
Press down on the red button and hold the cutting
height adjustment handle to move the cutting height up
or down (Fig. 16).
1
1
3
Figure
17
1. Cutting
2. Pointer
Using
height setting
the Grass Bag
Occasionally,
you may want to use the grass bag for
3.
Link rod
bagging lush grass or collecting leaves.
Installing the Grass Bag
2
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1. Cutting
5. Move
height adjustment
handle
lift up or press down on the handle to the
desired cutting height.
Figure
16
2.
2
Red button
m-4781
1. Stop
2.
3.
the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Open the rear door (Fig. 1).
Hold the spring-loaded rear door up to prevent it from
closing.
4.
Remove the recycler plug.
5.
Insert the grass bag frame hook into the deck slot and
onto the grass bag frame saddles as shown in
Figure 18.
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1
2
3
Figure
1. Grass
2.
Note:
bag
Deck slot
Make sure the bottom of the grass bag frame is
18
3.
Grass bag frame
saddle (2)
resting on the grass bag frame saddles.
6.
Release the rear door
.
Mowing with the Grass Bag
m-4789
DANGER
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• Thr
own objects may r
not close completely
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
• Thr
own objects can cause serious personal
injury or death.
HOW T
•
O AVOID THE HAZARD
If you cannot close the r
clippings clog the discharge ar
engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
r
emove the grass clippings (with a stick, not
your hand) until the door closes completely
2.
Open the rear door (Fig. 1).
3.
Hold the spring-loaded rear door up to prevent it from
closing while you remove the grass bag.
4.
Lift the grass bag frame from the grass bag frame
saddles and out of the deck slot as shown in Figure 18.
esult if the r
ear door does
.
ear door because grass
ea, stop the
.
DANGER
POTENTIAL
•
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
•
Check the grass bag fr
damaged, install a new Toro r
Cut the grass until the bag is full.
IMPORTANT
Removing the Grass Bag
1. Stop
the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
HAZARD
ection.
O AVOID THE HAZARD
equently
eplacement bag.
: Do not overfill the bag.
. If it is
Installing
1. Stop
2.
’s
3.
the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Open the rear door (Fig. 1).
Hold the spring-loaded rear door up to prevent it from
the Recycler Plug
closing.
4.
Insert the recycler plug into the opening as shown in
Figure 19.
1
m-4780
1. Recycler
Figure
plug
19
5. Release
15
the rear door
.
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Rear
Occasionally,
grass bag or the recycler plug when the grass is too long
for bagging.
T
o use the rear dischar
or the grass bag (refer to
page 15), and close the rear door
Discharge
you may need to cut the lawn without the
ge feature, remove the recycler plug
Removing the Grass Bag
.
on
DANGER
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• Thr
own objects may r
not close completely
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
• Thr
own objects can cause serious personal
injury or death.
HOW T
•
O AVOID THE HAZARD
If you cannot close the r
clippings clog the discharge ar
engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
r
emove the grass clippings (with a stick, not
your hand) until the door closes completely
esult if the r
.
ear door because grass
ear door does
ea, stop the
.
Operating Tips
General Tips
• Review
carefully before operating the lawn mower
•
Clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches, and
other debris which could be picked up or hit by the
blade and become thrown objects.
the safety instructions and read this manual
.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• W
et grass or leaves can cause you to slip and
contact the blade.
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
•
Blade contact can seriously injure you.
HOW T
•
•
•
O AVOID THE HAZARD
Mow only in dry conditions.
Clean clippings or leaves from the underside of the
lawn mower deck after each mowing. See
the Underside of the Lawn Mower Housing
page 19.
Keep the engine in good running condition.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•
Operating a lawn mower with its engine
running at a speed gr
setting can cause an unsafe operating condition.
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
•
The lawn mower could thr
blade or engine into the operator’s or
bystander’
injury or death.
HOW T
•
Do not change the engine speed setting.
•
If you suspect the engine speed is faster than
normal, contact your Authorized Service
Dealer.
s ar
O AVOID THE HAZARD
eater than the factory
ow a part of the
ea and cause serious personal
Cleaning
on
•
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 the lawn mower strikes an object or starts to vibrate,
immediately stop the engine, disconnect the wire from
the spark plug, and examine the lawn mower for
damage.
•
Maintain a
Periodically file down nicks on the blade.
•
Replace the blade when necessary with an original
T
oro replacement blade.
•
Only mow dry grass or leaves. W
tend to clump on the yard and may cause the lawn
mower to plug or the engine to stall.
sharp blade
throughout the cutting season.
et grass and leaves
•
Clean the air filter frequently
clippings and dust which clogs the air filter and
reduces engine performance.
• T
o achieve the best recycling action, set the lawn
mower cutting height so the lawn mower cuts no more
than a third of the grass blade or a maximum of
one-inch- (25 mm) long clippings. If you try to recycle
more or if the grass is very lush, the recycling action
will be poor
dischar
recycle plug in your lawn mower to resume recycling.
Cutting Grass
• In
the summer heat, cut the grass at the D, E, or F (52,
63, or 75 mm) cutting height settings. Only cut of
about a third of the grass blade. Do not cut below the
D
(52 mm) setting unless the grass is sparse or it is late
autumn when the grass growth begins to slow down.
16
. Recycling stirs up more
. Under these conditions, use the rear
ge or grass catcher
. A few days later
, install the
f
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•
When cutting grass over six inches (15 cm) tall, first
mow using the rear dischar
height setting, and walk slower than normal; then mow
again at a lower setting for best lawn appearance. If
the grass is too long and leaves clumps on top of the
lawn, the lawn mower may plug up and cause the
engine to stall.
•
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:
•
Sharpen the blade.
• W
alk at a slower pace while mowing.
•
Raise the cutting height on your lawn mower
ge at the highest cutting
, try one
.
Maintenance
•
Cut the grass more frequently
•
Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath
with each pass.
.
Cutting Leaves
• After
•
•
cutting the lawn, make sure that half of the lawn
shows through the cut leaf cover
make one or more passes over the leaves.
Slow down your mowing speed if the lawn mower
does not cut the leaves finely enough.
If you mow over oak leaves, you can add lime to the
grass in the spring to reduce the acidity of the leaves.
. You may need to
Recommended
Service
Engine Oil
Housing
Fasteners
Air Filter
Blade
Item
Check the engine oil before each use.
Drain and refill the engine crankcase with
fresh oil after the first five hours of
operation. Thereafter
every 50 operating hours or yearly
Clean built-up grass clippings and dirt.
Check the blade and the engine mounting
fasteners. Keep all fasteners tight to keep
the lawn mower in safe working condition.
Clean the pre-cleaner every 25 operating
hours or yearly
every 100 operating hours or yearly
Clean these elements more frequently in
dusty operating conditions.
Sharpen or replace the blade; maintain it
more frequently if the edge dulls quickly
in rough or sandy operating conditions.
Maintenance Schedule
Service Operation
, change the oil
.
. Clean the paper cartridge
.
Each
Use
X
X
5
Hours25Hours50Hours
X
X
X
X
100
Hours
Blade Brake
Self-propel
Drive
(Self-propelled
model only)
Check the stopping time every 50
operating hours or at the start of each
mowing season. The blade must stop
within three seconds of releasing the bail;
if it does not, see your Authorized Service
Dealer for repair
Adjust the cable and grease the rear axle
fittings.
.
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X
X
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Service Item
Service Operation
Each
Use
5
Hours
25
Hours
50
Hours
100
Hours
Fuel System
Belt Cover
Spark Plug
Cooling System
Fuel Tank
Battery
POTENTIAL
•
If you leave the wir
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
•
Someone accidentally starting the engine could seriously injur
HOW T
•
Disconnect the wir
so that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug.
Check for leaks and/or a deteriorating
fuel hose. Replace it if necessary
Remove and clean grass, clippings, and
debris from under the cover
Inspect and clean the spark plug.
Replace it if necessary
Clean debris from the engine air cooling
fins and starter
in dirty operating conditions.
Empty the fuel tank before certain repairs
as directed or before storage.
Charge or replace the battery when
necessary
extended storage.
. Clean it more frequently
. Charge the battery after
.
.
CAUTION
HAZARD
e on the spark plug, someone could start the engine.
O AVOID THE HAZARD
e fr
om the spark plug before you do any maintenance. Set the wir
.
e you or other bystanders.
X
X
X
X
e aside
Checking
Before
you use the lawn mower, make sure that the oil
level between the
dipstick (Fig. 8). If the oil level is below the
add oil. Refer to
page 10.
Changing
Change
the oil after the first five operating hours and then
after every 50 operating hours or every season. Run the
engine just before changing the oil to warm the oil. W
oil flows better and carries more contaminants.
the Engine Oil Level
Add
and the
Filling the Crankcase with Oil
Full
marks as shown on the
Add
on
mark,
the Engine Oil
arm
Note:
Change the oil after every 25 operating hours when
operating under heavy load or in high temperatures.
Draining the Oil above the Lawn Mower
Deck
1. Remove
2.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 1
3.
Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank; refer to steps 1
through 4 of
4.
Remove the dipstick from oil fill tube and place a
drain pan next to the
the grass bag.
Emptying the Fuel T
left
ank
on page 24.
side of the lawn mower
1).
.
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5. T
ip the lawn mower onto its
to drain into the drain pan (Fig. 20).
left
side, allowing the oil
3. T
ip the lawn mower onto its
prevent it from falling.
4.
Place a drain pan under the lawn mower
5.
Remove the oil drain plug, return the lawn mower to
its operating position, and allow the oil to drain into
the drain pan (Fig 21). A
belt.
left
side and secure it to
.
void spilling the oil on the
Figure
1. Oil
fill tube
6. Turn
7.
8.
9. W
10.
11.
the lawn mower upright.
Fill the crankcase with fresh oil to the
the dipstick. Refer to
on page 10.
Install the dipstick.
ipe up any spilled oil.
Connect the wire to the spark plug.
Recycle the used oil according to local codes.
20
Full
mark on
Filling the Crankcase with Oil
Draining the Oil below the Lawn Mower
Deck
Note: You need a 3/8-inch ratchet extension to perform
this procedure.
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.
.
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IMPORTANT
to the oil drain plug. Move the blade as little as
possible to avoid futur
1. Oil
drain plug
6. Tip
the lawn mower onto its left side and install the oil
drain plug.
7.
Move the oil drain pan from under the lawn mower
and turn the lawn mower upright.
8.
Fill the crankcase with fresh oil to the
the dipstick. Refer to
on page 10.
9.
Install the dipstick.
10.W
ipe up any spilled oil.
11.
Connect the wire onto the spark plug.
12.
Recycle the used oil according to local codes.
Cleaning
: Y
ou may need to move the blade to get
e starting pr
1
2
Figure
Filling the Crankcase with Oil
oblems.
21
2.
3/8-inch Ratchet
extension
Full
mark on
the Underside of the
Lawn Mower Housing
1
1.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 1
Drain the gasoline from the tank; refer to steps 1
2.
through 4 of
Emptying the Fuel T
ank
on page 24.
1).
Keep
the underside of the lawn mower housing clean. Be
especially careful to keep the kickers free of debris
(Fig. 22).
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1.
Let the lawn mower soak for 30 minutes.
2. T
urn the water on high again.
1
3.
Run the lawn mower for another two minutes.
4.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
1. Kicker
Figure
plate
22
Washing Method
1. Move
2.
3.
the mower onto a flat surface near a garden
hose.
Attach a quick disconnect coupling (sold separately) to
the end of the garden hose.
Lift the rear door and attach the coupling to the lawn
mower washout fitting on the recycling plug (Fig. 23).
2
m-4797
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•
A br
oken or missing washout fitting could
expose you and others to thrown objects or
blade contact.
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
•
Contact with thr
own debris or blade contact
will cause injury or death.
HOW T
•
O AVOID THE HAZARD
Replace a br
immediately befor
oken or missing washout fitting
e using the lawn mower
again.
•
Plug any hole(s) in the lawn mower with bolts
and locknuts.
•
Never put your hands or feet under the lawn
mower or through openings in the lawn mower
Scraping Method
If
washing does not remove all the debris from under the
deck, tip the lawn mower and scrape it clean.
1.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 1
2.
Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank. Refer to steps 3
and 4 of
Emptying the Fuel T
ank
on page 24.
1).
.
1
Figure
1. Washout
4. Turn
5.
Start the engine.
6.
Let the lawn mower run for two minutes.
7.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
8. T
9.
Remove the coupling from the washout fitting.
10.
Start the lawn mower and let it run for one minute to
fitting
the water on high.
urn the water of
f.
23
2. Hose
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dry out the lawn mower and its components.
If the underside of the lawn mower deck has excessive
grass buildup, repeat steps 2 through 9 above and do the
following:
3.
Remove the grass bag.
4. T
ip the lawn mower onto its
5.
Remove the dirt and grass clippings with a hardwood
or plastic scraper
IMPORTANT
avoid futur
6. T
7.
Fill the fuel tank.
8.
Connect the wire to the spark plug.
e starting pr
urn the lawn mower upright.
Servicing
Clean
the air cleaner pre-cleaner after every 25 operating
. Avoid burrs and sharp edges.
: Move the blade as little as possible to
the Air Filter
oblems.
left
side (Fig. 22).
hours or every season. Clean the paper cartridge after
every 100 operating hours or every season. Clean the
paper cartridge more frequently when you operate the
lawn mower in dusty or dirty operating conditions.
Replace cleaner parts if they are very dirty
.
20
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1.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 1
Remove the two knobs that secure the air cleaner
3.
cover to the engine (Fig. 24).
1)
Maintaining
A
straight, sharp blade provides maximum cutting
the Blade
performance. Regularly inspect and sharpen the blade.
1
3
Figure
1. Knobs
2. Cover
4. Lift
the cover of
5.
Carefully remove the pre-cleaner
dirty
, carefully wash it in a solution of liquid soap and
warm water
f and clean it thoroughly
. Rinse the pre-cleaner in clear water and
allow it dry thoroughly before using.
4
24
3. Foam
4.
pre-cleaner
Paper cartridge
.
. If the pre-cleaner is
2
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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.
1.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 1
2.
Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank. Refer to steps 3
and 4 of
3. T
Emptying the Fuel T
ip the lawn mower onto its
IMPORTANT
avoid futur
e starting pr
.
ank
on page 24.
left
side (Fig. 25).
: Move the blade as little as possible to
oblems.
1).
6.
Look at the paper cartridge. If it is dirty
tapping it
cartridge is very dirty
IMPORTANT
cartridge. Do not use pr
gently
on a flat surface. If the paper
, replace it.
: Do not oil the pr
e-cleaner or paper
essurized air to clean the paper
, clean it by
cartridge.
7.
Install the pre-cleaner over the paper cartridge.
8.
Install the air cleaner cover and tighten it securely in
place with the two knobs.
IMPORTANT
air cleaner element; extr
may r
esult.
: Do not operate the engine without the
eme engine wear and damage
1. Blade
2. Blade
stif
3
fener
2
Figure
1
25
Blade bolt and lock
3.
washer
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Inspecting the Blade
Carefully
especially where the flat and the curved parts meet
(Fig. 26A). Because sand and abrasive material can wear
away the metal that connects the flat and curved parts of
the blade, check the blade before using the lawn mower
examine the blade for sharpness and wear
,
. If
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you notice a slot or wear (Figs. 26B and 26C), replace the
blade; refer to
Removing the Blade
on page 22.
1
A
2
1
B
3
1
C
4
Figure
1. Sail
part of blade
2. Flat
Note:
For the best performance, install a T
26
3. Wear
4.
before the cutting season begins. During the year
270
Slot formed
oro new blade
, file
down any small nicks to maintain the cutting edge.
Removing the Blade
WARNING
POTENTIAL
•
Operating the lawn mower without the blade
stiffener in place can cause the blade to flex,
bend, or br
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
•
A broken blade could cause serious injury or
death to the operator or bystanders.
HOW T
•
Do not operate the lawn mower without the
blade stiffener
1.
Grasp the end of the blade using a rag or a thickly
padded glove.
2.
Remove the blade bolt, the lock washer, the blade, and
the blade stif
Note: T
urn the blade bolt counterclockwise to loosen it.
Sharpening the Blade
HAZARD
eak.
O AVOID THE HAZARD
.
fener (Fig. 25).
DANGER
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•
A worn or damaged blade can br
piece of the blade could be thr
operator’
WHA
•
A thr
s or bystander’s ar
T CAN HAPPEN
own piece of the blade could cause serious
personal injury or death to the operator or
bystanders.
HOW T
•
O AVOID THE HAZARD
Inspect the blade periodically for wear or
damage.
Replace a worn or damaged blade.
•
eak and a
own into the
ea.
Use
a file to sharpen the top side of the blade and
maintain the original cutting angle (Fig. 27).
1
153
Figure
27
1. Sharpen
Note:
at this angle only
The blade will remain balanced if you remove the
same amount of material from both cutting edges.
Balancing the Blade
1. Check
the balance of the blade by placing the center
hole of the blade over a nail or a screwdriver shank
clamped horizontally in a vise (Fig. 28).
1007
Figure
28
Note: You can also check the balance by using a
commercially manufactured blade balancer
22
.
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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.
1
2
Installing the Blade
1. Install
Note:
(toward the top of the lawn mower housing).
2. T
3.
Lubricating
a sharp, balanced T
stiffener
Connect the wire to the spark plug.
, the lock washer
The sail part of the blade must point upward
orque the blade bolt to 45 to 60 ft-lb (33 to 44 N
oro blade, the blade
, and the blade bolt.
the Self-propel
Drive
After
every 25 operating hours or at the end of the season,
lubricate the front and the rear wheels.
1. W
ipe the grease fittings with a clean rag (Fig. 29).
1
m).
1. Cable
2.
Cable support
4. Push
mower
1. Belt
4
3
Figure
jacket
the belt guide tab down until it contacts the lawn
, then hold it in place (Fig. 31).
Figure
guide tab
30
3. Nut
Upper handle
4.
1
31
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Figure
1. Grease
2. Install
IMPORTANT
may damage the seals.
Adjusting
fitting (2)
a grease gun onto each fitting and gently apply
two or three pumps of #2 multi-purpose lithium base
grease.
: Applying gr
the Self-propel Drive
29
ease using excess pr
Cable
If
the top speed begins to slow on the lawn mower
the self-propel drive cable.
1.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2.
Remove the belt cover
3.
Loosen the cable support nut (Fig. 30).
.
essure
, adjust
5. With
6. T
7.
8.
Cleaning
Keep
1.
2. Lift of
3.
Servicing
Check
Champion RC12YC
the upper handle pulled and held back as far as
possible and while holding the belt guide tab down,
pull the cable jacket down (toward the lawn mower) to
remove all the slack in the cable (Fig. 30).
ighten the nut on the cable support (Fig. 30).
Release the drive bracket.
Install the belt cover
.
under the Belt Cover
the area under the belt cover free of debris.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
f the cover and brush out all the debris from the
belt area (Fig. 31).
Install the belt cover
.
the Spark Plug
the spark plug after every 25 operating hours. Use a
spark plug or equivalent.
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1.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
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2.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 1
3.
Clean around the spark plug.
4.
Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head.
IMPORTANT
spark plug. Do not clean the electr
entering the cylinder can cause engine damage.
5.
Set the gap on the new plug to 0.020 in. (0.50 mm)
(Fig. 32).
1. 0.020
6. Install
7. T
orque the spark plug to 14 ft-lb (19 N
Connect the wire to the spark plug.
8.
: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty
odes because grit
.020 in.
(.50 mm)
Figure
in. (.50 mm)
the spark plug and the gasket seal.
32
m).
1).
986
7.
Start the engine again to make sure that all the
gasoline is out of the carburetor
Charging
Electric
Char
ensure a full char
which char
need to char
lawn mowing season, char
every month or as needed.
IMPORTANT
1.
2.
3.
Note: You do not need to remove the battery if the lawn
mower is near an electrical outlet.
4.
Start Model only
ge a new or stored battery for 72 continuous hours to
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Disconnect the wire harness from the battery (Fig. 4).
Remove the battery by lifting it up and of
handle section.
Connect the T
plug it into a 230 V
the Battery
ge. The engine comes with an alternator
ges the battery during operation. You do not
ge the battery after each mowing. During the
ge the battery for 48 hours
: Do not overcharge the battery
oro electro char
AC power outlet.
.
.
f of the lower
ger to the battery and
Cleaning
After
every 100 operating hours or every season, clean the
dirt and the chaf
and around the carburetor and the linkage. Remove debris
from the air intake slots on the recoil housing. This will
ensure proper cooling and the best engine performance.
Cleaning
and the Discharge T
To
ensure the best performance, clean the discharge tunnel
and the recycler plug after each use. When the grass is
thick and lush, clippings may collect on and around the
recycler plug, making it dif
Emptying
1. Stop
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
the engine and wait for it to cool down.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 1
Remove the cap from the fuel tank (Fig. 8).
Use a hand pump to syphon the fuel into a clean
approved gasoline container
Connect the wire to the spark plug.
Run the engine until it stops.
the Cooling System
f from the cylinder
, the cylinder head fins,
the Recycler Plug
unnel
ficult to remove it.
the Fuel T
ank
1).
.
IMPORTANT
other chargers could damage the battery
charge the battery indoors and at r
(70_
F) when possible. Do not charge the battery longer
than 72 hours; over
5.
After char
disconnect it from the battery
6.
Connect the wire harness to the battery terminal.
Disposing
Electric
IMPORTANT
r
egular trash.
IMPORTANT
(acid) battery according to local codes.
Incinerating, landfilling, or mixing sealed lead (acid)
batteries with the municipal solid waste stream is
pr
ohibited by law
Return this battery to a federal- or state-approved, sealed
lead (acid) battery recycler
Contact your local waste management of
information regarding the environmentally sound
collection, recycling, and disposal of the battery
: Use only the Toro electr
charging can damage the battery
ging the battery
, unplug the char
.
o charger;
. Always
oom temperatur
of the Battery
Start Model only
: Do not dispose of used batteries in your
: Recycle or dispose of a sealed lead
in most areas.
.
ficials for more
e
ger and
.
.
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Replacing
g
gg
the Fuse
Electric
A fuse protects the electrical system char
the battery does not stay charged, the fuse may be blown.
Use a 5-amp plug-in type fuse.
1.
2.
Start Model only
ging circuit. If
Remove and discard the blown fuse.
Install the new fuse as shown in Figure 33.
1
2
Figure
1. Fuse 2. Fuse
33
holder
Troubleshooting
Toro
designed and built your lawn mower for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully
If a problem continues, see your Authorized Service Dealer
PROBLEM CORRECTIVE
Engine will not start
1.
.
ACTION
Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.
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.
Engine starts hard or loses power
Engine runs rough
2.
Press the primer three times.
3.
Connect the spark plug wire.
4.
Clean the spark plug, check the spark plug gap, and replace
the spark plug if it is damaged.
1.
Drain and fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.
2.
Check the gasoline cap for ventilation; if the cap does not vent
air
, replace it.
3.
Clean the air filter
4.
Clean the lawn mower discharge chute.
5.
Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck.
6.
Clean the spark plug, check the spark plug gap, and replace
the spark plug if it is damaged.
7.
Check the engine oil.
1.
Connect the spark plug wire.
2.
Clean the spark plug, check the spark plug gap, and replace
the spark plug if it is damaged.
3.
Clean the air filter
.
.
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PROBLEM
g
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Lawn mower or engine vibrates
excessively
Uneven cutting pattern
Discharge chute plugs
Lawn mower will not self-propel
1.
Balance the blade.
2. T
ighten the blade mounting nut.
3.
Clean the lawn mower discharge chute.
4.
Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck.
5. T
ighten the engine mounting bolts.
1.
Sharpen and balance the blade.
2.
Change the mowing pattern.
3.
Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck.
1.
Raise the cutting height.
2.
Allow the grass to dry before mowing.
3.
Clean the underside of lawn mower deck.
1.
Adjust the self-propel drive cable.
2.
Clean the debris under the belt cover
Storage
To
prepare the lawn mower for of
perform the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer
to
Maintenance
Store the lawn mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover
the lawn mower to keep it clean and protected.
Preparing
on page 17.
the Fuel System
f-season storage,
.
2.
Prime the engine and start it again.
3.
Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can
no longer start the engine, it is suf
Preparing
1. While
2.
the engine is still warm, drain the oil from the
crankcase. Refer to
page 18.
Remove the spark plug (Fig. 1
the Engine
Changing the Engine Oil on
ficiently dry
1).
.
WARNING
POTENTIAL
•
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
•
Do not store gasoline (fuel) over long periods of
time.
•
Do not stor
in an enclosur
a furnace or water heater pilot light.)
•
Allow the engine to cool befor
enclosure.
Empty the fuel tank when mowing the last time before
storing the lawn mower
1.
Run the lawn mower until the engine stops from
running out of fuel.
HAZARD
O AVOID THE HAZARD
e lawn mower with fuel in the tank
e with an open flame. (Example:
e storing in any
.
Using an oil can, add about one tablespoon of oil to
3.
the crankcase through the spark plug hole.
4.
Slowly rotate the engine several times, using the
starter rope, to distribute the oil.
5.
Install the spark plug but
plug wire.
General
1. Clean
Underside of the Lawn Mower Housing
2.
Clean any dirt and chaf
head fins, and blower housing.
3.
Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the top
of the lawn mower housing.
4.
Check the condition of the blade. Refer to
the Blade
Information
the lawn mower housing. Refer to
on page 21.
do not
connect the spark
f from the cylinder
Cleaning the
on page 19.
, cylinder
Maintaining
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5. Char
6. T
7.
8. T
Folding
ge the battery; refer to
page 24. Store the battery in an unheated area, if
possible. For long-term battery storage, char
battery every six months; in temperatures of 80
C) or above, char
(27_
ighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
Lubricate the wheels. Refer to
Self-pr
opel Drive
ouch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces with
paint available from an Authorized Service Dealer
on page 23.
Char
ging the Battery
ge the
ge the battery every 90 days.
Lubricating the
the Handle
WARNING
POTENTIAL
•
Folding or unfolding the handle impr
pinch, stretch, or damage one or mor
cables.
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
•
Any pinched, str
cause an operational failur
unsafe operating condition.
HOW T
•
Do not pinch, str
•
Handle the cables with car
unfolding the handle.
•
Do not use the lawn mower if one or mor
the cables ar
Contact your Authorized Service Dealer
1.
Loosen the handle height adjustment knobs that secure
the handle to the lawn mower
2.
Loosen the knobs that secure the upper handle section
to the lower handle section.
3.
Carefully swing the lower handle section forward until
it rests on the engine (Fig. 34).
HAZARD
etched, or damaged cable may
e that r
O AVOID THE HAZARD
etch, or damage the cables.
e when folding or
e pinched, str
etched, or damaged.
.
operly can
e of the
esults in an
e of
.
_F
on
4. Carefully
until it rests flat (Fig. 34).
Removing
swing the upper handle section rearward
from Storage
WARNING
POTENTIAL
•
.
Folding or unfolding the handle impr
pinch, stretch, or damage one or mor
cables.
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
•
Any pinched, str
cause an operational failur
unsafe operating condition.
HOW T
•
Do not pinch, str
•
Handle the cables with car
unfolding the handle.
•
Do not use the lawn mower if one or mor
the cables ar
Contact your Authorized Service Dealer
1.
Carefully unfold the upper handle until it nests with
the lower handle, then tighten the knobs.
2.
Check and tighten all fasteners.
3.
Remove the spark plug (Fig. 1
rapidly using the starter to remove the excess oil from
the cylinder
4.
Clean the spark plug or replace it if it is cracked,
broken, or if the electrodes are worn.
5.
Install the spark plug and torque it to 14 ft-lb
(19 N
m).
Perform the recommended maintenance procedures;
6.
refer to
7. Char
ge the battery; refer to
page 24.
HAZARD
etched, or damaged cable may
e that r
O AVOID THE HAZARD
etch, or damage the cables.
e when folding or
e pinched, str
.
Maintenance
on page 17.
etched, or damaged.
1) and spin the engine
Char
ging the Battery
operly can
e of the
esults in an
e of
.
on
Figure
34
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27
8.
Fill the fuel tank (Fig. 8) with fresh gasoline.
9.
Check the engine oil level. Refer to
Engine Oil Level
10.
Connect the wire to the spark plug.
on page 18.
Checking the
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