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Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a
major name-brand service station (

Figure 9

Important:

To reduce starting problems, add fuel

stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with gasoline
less than 30 days old.

g020044

Figure 9

Checking the Engine-Oil Level

Service Interval:

Before each use or daily

Max. fill: 0.47 L (16 oz), type: 10W-30 or SAE 30 detergent
oil with an API service classification of SJ or higher.

Move the machine to a level surface.

Remove the dipstick (

Figure 10

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Figure 10

Wipe off the dipstick end with a clean cloth.

Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube.

Remove the dipstick and read the oil level; refer to

Figure 10

•

If the oil level is below the Add mark, add a small
amount of oil slowly to the oil-fill tube, wait 3

minutes, and then repeat steps

through

until

the oil level on the dipstick is at the Full mark.

•

If the oil level is above the Full mark, drain the
excess oil until the oil level on the dipstick is at
the Full mark. To drain the excess oil, refer to

Changing the Engine Oil (page 12)

Important:

If the oil level in the crankcase is

too low or too high and you run the engine,
you may damage the engine.

Install the dipstick securely.

Adjusting the Cutting Height

Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all 4 wheels to the
same height.

WARNING

Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into
contact with the moving blade, causing serious
injury.

•

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

•

Do not put your fingers under the housing when
adjusting the cutting height.

CAUTION

If the engine has been running, the muffler will be
hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from the
hot muffler.

Note:

To raise or lower the machine, move the cutting-height

levers as shown in

Figure 11

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Figure 11

Raise the machine

Lower the machine

Important:

The cutting height settings are 1 inch (25

mm); 1-1/2 inch (38 mm); 2 inches (51 mm); 2-1/2 inches
(64 mm); 3 inches (76 mm); 3-1/2 inches (89 mm); and 4
inches (102 mm).

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Page 1: ...us injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions Figure 2 1 Safety alert symbol This manual uses 2 words to highlight information Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention WARNING CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning This product contains a chemical or chemicals known to the State of California to...

Page 2: ...derstand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before starting the engine Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate this machine Clear the area of objects such as rocks wire toys etc which could be thrown by the blade Stay behind the han...

Page 3: ...c liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling Remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment with a portable container rather than from 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 com...

Page 4: ...mberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade do not mow up and down slopes only mow across stop the mower and engine pick up debris before operating look behind and down when reversing Setup Important Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine 1 Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables causi...

Page 5: ...be Note Max fill 0 47 L 16 oz type 10W 30 or SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SJ or higher G020039 Figure 5 3 Wipe off the dipstick end with a clean cloth 4 Insert the dipstick into the oil fill tube 5 Remove the dipstick and read the oil level on the dipstick Figure 5 If the oil level is below the Add mark add a small amount of oil slowly to the oil fill tube wait 3 minu...

Page 6: ...igure 6 g027257 1 2 3 Figure 6 1 Handle 3 Grass bag 2 Frame Note Do not slip the bag over the handle Figure 6 2 Hook the bottom channel of the bag onto the bottom of the frame Figure 7 g027258 Figure 7 3 Hook the top and side channels of the bag onto the top and sides of the frame respectively Figure 7 6 ...

Page 7: ...d Wipe up spills Do not handle gasoline when smoking or around an open flame or sparks Store gasoline in an approved fuel container out of the reach of children For best results use only clean fresh less than 30 days old unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher R M 2 rating method Oxygenated fuel with up to 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE by volume is acceptable Ethanol Gasoline with up to 10...

Page 8: ...el is above the Full mark drain the excess oil until the oil level on the dipstick is at the Full mark To drain the excess oil refer to Changing the Engine Oil page 12 Important If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine you may damage the engine 6 Install the dipstick securely Adjusting the Cutting Height Adjust the cutting height as desired Set all 4 wheels t...

Page 9: ...e clippings Refer to Removing the Grass Bag page 9 Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn WARNING A worn grass bag could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown toward you or bystanders resulting in serious personal injury or death Check the grass bag frequently If it is damaged install a new Toro replacement bag WAR...

Page 10: ...ry grass or leaves Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the machine to plug or the engine to stall WARNING Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade Mow only in dry conditions Alternate the mowing direction This helps disperse the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory try 1 or mo...

Page 11: ...harpened more frequently if the edge dulls quickly Refer to your engine owner s manual for any additional yearly maintenance procedures Important Refer to your engine owner s manual for additional maintenance procedures Preparing for Maintenance 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug Figure 16 before performing any maintenance p...

Page 12: ...dipstick down then remove the dipstick to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube Figure 18 G020050 Figure 18 3 After draining the used oil return the machine to the normal operating position 4 Remove the dipstick and pour about 3 4 of the crankcase capacity of oil into the oil fill tube Note Max fill 0 47 L 16 oz type 10W 30 or SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of S...

Page 13: ...ng hardware 5 Install the new blade turn the blade bolt clockwise and all mounting hardware Figure 20 Figure 20 Important Position the curved ends of the blade to point toward the machine housing 6 Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to 82 N m 60 ft lb Important A bolt torqued to 82 N m 60 ft lb is very tight While holding the blade with a block of wood put your weight behind the ratchet...

Page 14: ...ark plug and tighten it with a torque wrench to 20 N m 15 ft lb 8 Tighten all nuts bolts and screws Folding the Handle WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables causing an unsafe operating condition Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle If a cable is damaged contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 Loosen the handle knobs until you can move the ...

Page 15: ...Notes 15 ...

Page 16: ...arts such as filters fuel lubricants oil changes spark plugs air filters blade sharpening or worn blades cable linkage adjustments or brake and clutch adjustments Components failing due to normal wear Any product or part which has been altered or misused or neglected and requires replacement or repair due to accidents or lack of proper maintenance Pickup and delivery charges Repairs or attempted r...

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