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Starting the Engine

1.

Hold the blade-control bar (

Figure 12

against the

handle.

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Figure 12

1.

Blade-control bar

2.

Pull recoil-start handle (

Figure 13

).

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Figure 13

Note:

If the machine does not start after several

attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

Stopping the Engine

To stop the engine, release the blade-control bar (

Figure 14

).

Important:

When you release the blade-control bar,

both the engine and blade should stop within 3 seconds.
If they do not stop properly, stop using your machine
immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

Figure 14

Mulching the Clippings

Your machine comes from the factory ready to mulch the
grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.

If the grass bag is on the machine, remove it before mulching
the 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.

WARNING

The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result
in serious personal injury.

Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop
before leaving the operating position.

Installing the Grass Bag

1.

Lift up the rear deflector (

Figure 15

).

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Figure 15

1.

Rear deflector

2.

Insert the grass-bag handle onto the notches on the
handle brackets (

Figure 15

).

Removing the Grass Bag

1.

Lift up the rear deflector (

Figure 15

).

2.

Lift the grass-bag handle out from the notches on the
handle brackets and remove the bag from the machine.

3.

Close the rear deflector.

9

 

Summary of Contents for 20319

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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