Toro 20016 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others e To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline place the container and or mower directly on the ground before filling not in a vehicle or on an object Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold 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 Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a major name brand service station Figure 9 Important To reduce starting problems next season add fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season mixing it with gasoline less than 30 days old Figure 9 Checking the Engine Oil Level 1 Remove the dipstick wipe it clean and fully install the dipstick Figure 10 6002576 Figure 10 Remove the dipstick and check the oil level Figure 10 If the oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick Do not overfill Max fill 20 oz type SAE 30W detergent oil with an API service classification of SF SG SH SJ SL or higher 3 Install the dipstick Adjusting the Cutting Height Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade causing serious injury e Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop e Do not put your fingers under the2. G002593 Figure 26 Operating Tips General Mowing Tips e Clear the area of sticks stones wire branches and other debris that the blade could hit e Avoid striking solid objects with the blade Never deliberately mow over any object e If the mower strikes an object or starts to vibrate immediately stop the engine disconnect the wire from the spark plug and examine the mower for damage For best performance install a new blade before the cutting season begins Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade Cutting Grass e Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time Do not cut below the 2 inch 51 mm setting unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height e When cutting grass over 6 inches 15 cm tall mow at the highest cutting height setting and walk slower then mow again at a lower setting for the best lawn appearance If the grass is too long the mower may plug and cause the engine to stall e Mow only dry grass or leaves Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the mower to plug or the engine to stall Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade Mow only in dry conditions e Alternate the mowing direction This helps disperse the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization e If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory try one o
3. bar To disengage the self propel drive release the self propel drive bar Note The maximum self propel ground speed is fixed To reduce the ground speed increase the space between the self propel drive bar and the handle Stopping the Engine To stop the engine release the blade control bar Figure 17 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 mower immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer G002585 Figure 17 Recycling the Clippings Your mower comes from the factory ready to recycle the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn If the grass bag is on the mower remove it refer to Removing the Grass Bag before recycling the clippings If the side discharge chute is on the mower remove it and lock the side discharge door refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute before recycling the clippings Important Ensure that the rear discharge plug is in place before you recycle the clippings Figure 18 G002586 Figure 18 Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn If the side discharge chute is on the mower remove it and lock the side discharge door refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute before bagging the clippings The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury Stop the engi
4. TORO Form No 3354 611 Rev A 22in Recycler Lawn Mower Model No 20016 Serial No 260000001 and Up Operator s Manual Introduction Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage You ate responsible for operating the product properly and safely You may contact Toro directly at www Toro com for product and accessory information help finding a dealer or to register your product Whenever you need service genuine Toro parts or additional information contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product 6002570 Figure 1 1 Model and serial number plate Write the product model and serial numbers in the space below Model No Serial No This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol Figure 2 which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions Figure 2 1 Safety alert symbol This manual uses two words to highlight information Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention O 2005 The Toro Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington MN 55420 Register at w
5. ay contact us at Toro Warranty Company 374 0052 Rev A Residential purposes means use of the product on the same lot as your home Use at more than one location is considered commercial use and the commercial use warranty would apply
6. can damage the cables causing an unsafe operating condition e Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle e Ifa cable is damaged contact an Authorized Service Dealer 12 1 Loosen the handle knobs until you can move the upper handle freely Figure 35 02601 Figure 35 Fold the upper handle forward as shown in Figure 36 Important Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you fold the upper handle Figure 36 3 To unfold the handle reverse the steps above Removing the Mower from Storage 1 Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow the excess oil from the cylinder Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque wrench to 15 ft lb 20 Nm Connect the wire to the spark plug 13 The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee TORO A Two Year Full Warranty Limited for Commercial Use GN 22in Recycler and The Toro Starting Guarantee on GTS 2 Guaranteed to Start Engines A Two Year Full Warranty Not applicable for Commercial Use Walk Power Mowers Conditions and Products Covered under The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee The Toro Company and its affiliate Toro Warranty Company pursuant to an agreement between them jointly promise to repair any Toro Product when used for residential purposes if defective in materials or workmanship or if it stops functioning due to the failure of a component The following time periods app
7. ce classification of SF SG SH SJ SL or higher 2 Tip the mower onto its side with the air filter up Figure 31 5 Install the dipstick securely 6 Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling center Lubricating the Wheel Gears 1 Remove the wheel bolts on the front wheels and remove the front wheels 6002599 2 Apply a lubricating oil to the inner and outer sides of Figure 33 the pear a8 giovi i Pigre 2 4 Remove the blade saving all mounting hardware Figure 33 11 Install the new blade and all mounting hardware Figure 33 Important Position the curved ends of the blade to point toward the mower housing Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to 60 ft lb 82 N m Important A bolt torqued to 60 ft lb 82 N m is very tight While holding the blade with a block of wood put your weight behind the ratchet or wrench and tighten the bolt securely This bolt is very difficult to overtighten Cleaning the Mower The mower may dislodge material from under the mower housing Wear eye protection Stay in the operating position behind the handle Do not allow bystanders in the area With the engine running on a flat paved surface spray a stream of water in front of the right rear wheel Figure 34 The water will splash into the path of the blade cleaning out the clippings G002600 Figure 34 When no more clippings come out stop the water and move the m
8. e air filter 4 Install the cover 10 Changing the Engine Oil fu Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating hours change it yearly thereafter Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants Figure 32 6002598 1 Refer to Preparing for Maintenance 3 Install the front wheels 2 Remove the dipstick Figure 29 Replacing the Blade Important You will need a torque wrench to install the blade properly If you do not have a torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this procedure contact an Authorized Service Dealer G002596 Figure 29 Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline If the blade is damaged or cracked replace it immediately If the 3 Tip the mower onto the right side to drain the used oil blade edge is dull or nicked have it sharpened or replace it out through the oil fill tube Figure 30 The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury Wear gloves when servicing the blade 1 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and hook it onto the retaining post Refer to Preparing for Maintenance Figure 30 4 Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level reaches the Full line on the dipstick Figure 31 Do not overfill Max fill 20 oz type SAE 30W detergent 3 Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady Figure oil with an API servi
9. en flame spark or pilot light such as on a water heater or on other appliances e Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling e 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 Safety and Instructional Decals rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Important Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger Replace damaged decals e Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing LAWARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH immediately GO ACROSS SLOPES NOT UP AND DOWN DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND 4 LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE MOVING e Never overfill fuel tank Replace gas cap and tighten BACKWARDS 1 KEEP SAFETY DEVICES GUARDS SHIELDS ETC IN secure y PLACE AND WORKING REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE 2 BLADE READ THE OPERATOR S MANUAL FOR REPLACEMENT MANUAL SEND MODEL amp SERIAL NUMBER TO 8111 LYNDALE AVE S BLOOMINGTON MN 55420 1196 105 1295 Exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless deadly poison that can ki
10. er s analysis or with the assistance provided contact us at Customer Care Department Consumer Toro Warranty Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington MN 55420 1196 or call us toll free at 1 866 214 9807 U S customers or 1 866 214 9808 Canada customers General Conditions All repairs covered by these warranties must be performed by an Authorized Toro Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement parts Neither The Toro Company nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for indirect incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of the Toro Products covered by these warranties including any cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non use pending completion of repairs under these warranties Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor Dealer to obtain guarantee policies for your country province or state If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information contact the Toro importer If all other remedies fail you m
11. f non use over one month or seasonal storage Cool temperature starts such as those found in early spring and late autumn applies to rotary mowers only Improper starting procedures If you are having difficulty starting your unit please check the Operator s Manual to ensure that you are using the correct starting procedures This can save an unnecessary visit to a Service Dealer Owner Responsibilities You must maintain your Toro Product by following the maintenance procedures described in the Operator s Manual Such routine maintenance whether performed by a dealer or by you is at your expense Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or workmanship or if a normal able bodied adult can no longer start your product s engine in one or two pulls follow this procedure 1 Contact any Authorized Toro Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership To locate a dealer convenient to you refer to the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory look under Lawn Mowers or Snow Removal or access our website at www Toro com U S Customers may also call the number listed in item 3 to use our 24 hour Toro dealer locator system 2 Bring the product and your proof of purchase sales receipt to the Service Dealer The dealer will diagnose the problem and determine if it is to be covered under warranty 3 If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Deal
12. housing when adjusting the cutting height If the engine has been running the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you Keep away from the hot muffler Adjust the cutting height as desired Set all four wheels to the same height Note Only a front cutting height lever is shown FRONT gt G002579 Figure 11 Adjusting the Handle Height Squeeze the bottom of the handle halves together and change the handle holes in which the pins are mounted as shown in Figure 12 77 G002580 Figure 12 1 Pin 3 Use this hole to lower the handle 2 Use this hole to raise the handle Starting the Engine 1 Firmly push in the primer 3 times with your thumb holding the primer in for a second before releasing it each time Figure 13 6002581 Figure 13 Note If the air temperature is below 55 F 13 C firmly push the primer in 5 times 2 Hold the blade control bar Figure 14 against the handle 17 G002582 Figure 14 1 Blade control bar 3 Start the engine using the recoil starter Figure 15 Figure 15 4 If the mower does not start in 1 or 2 pulls press the primer button 1 or 2 times and try starting it again Note If the mower still does not start contact an Authorized Service Dealer Using the Self propel Drive To operate the self propel drive squeeze the self propel drive bar Figure 16 toward the handle and hold it 6002584 Figure 16 1 Self propel drive
13. ll you Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed area OPERATE ONLY WITH DEFLECTOR REAR DISCHARGE PLUG OR ENTIRE CATCHER IN PLACE General Service e Never operate machine in a closed area y KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly e Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris Allow machine to cool before storing 105 6838 e If you strike a foreign object stop and inspect the machine Repair if necessaty before starting Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine running Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against engine to prevent unintended starting e Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary e Mower blades are sharp Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them e Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Setup Important Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine 1 Unfolding the Handle G002575 Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can Figure 5 damage the cables causing an un
14. ly from the date of original purchase Products Warranty Period e All Products and attachments e 2 year full warranty Batteries e 1 year full warranty Limited Warranty for Commercial Use Toro Products used for commercial institutional or rental use are warranted against defects in materials or workmanship for the following time periods from the original date of purchase Products Warranty Period All Products and attachments 45 day limited warranty This warranty covers the cost of parts and labor but you must pay transportation costs This warranty applies to all Toro Recycler walk power mowers and their attachments Conditions and Products Covered Under the Toro Starting Guarantee The Toro Company and its affiliate Toro Warranty Company pursuant to an agreement between them jointly guarantee that your Toro GTS 2 Engine when used for residential purposes will start on the first or second pull for two years from the date of original purchase if you provide the routine maintenance it requires or we will fix it free of charge This warranty covers the cost of parts and labor but you must pay transportation costs This warranty applies to all Toro Recycler walk power mowers The Toro Starting Guarantee does not apply when the product is used commercially Use at more than one location is considered commercial use The following applies to both the Toro Total Coverage Guarantee amp the Toro Starting Guarantee Item
15. ne and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position Installing the Grass Bag 1 Raise and hold up the rear door Figure 19 Figure 19 2 Remove the rear discharge plug Figure 20 6002588 Figure 20 3 Install the bag onto the door rod Figure 21 6002589 Figure 21 4 Lower the rear door Removing the Grass Bag To remove the bag reverse the steps above Side discharging the Clippings Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass If the bag is on the mower remove it and insert the rear discharge plug refer to Removing the Grass Bag before side discharging the clippings Important Ensure that the rear discharge plug is in place before you side discharge the clippings Figure 22 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 G002586 Figure 22 Installing the Side Discharge Chute 1 Unlock the side discharge door Figure 23 ha BD D x 2 4 6002590 Figure 23 2 Lift open the side discharge door Figure 24 6002591 Figure 24 3 Install the side discharge chute and close the door onto the chute Figure 25 G002592 Figure 25 Removing the Side Discharge Chute To remove the side discharge chute reverse the steps above Important Lock the side discharge door after you close it Figure 26
16. ng direction on slopes e Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall accident Tall grass can hide obstacles e Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident e Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments You could lose your footing or balance Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator e Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area e Never allow children to operate the machine e Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view of a child Service Safe Handling of Gasoline To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition e Use only an approved gasoline container e Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling e Never refuel the machine indoors e Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an op
17. ower to a dry area Run the engine for a few minutes to dry the housing to prevent it from rusting Storage Store the mower in a cool clean dry place Preparing the Mower for Storage Gasoline vapors can explode Do not store gasoline more than 30 days Do not store the mower in an enclosure near an open flame Allow the engine to cool before storing it 1 On the last refueling of the year add fuel stabilizer to the fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer 2 Dispose of any unused fuel properly Recycle it according to local codes or use it in your automobile Note Old fuel in the fuel tank is the leading cause of hard starting Do not store fuel without stabilizer more than 30 days and do not store stabilized fuel more than 90 days 3 Run the mower until the engine stops from running out of fuel 4 Prime the engine and start it again Allow the engine to run until it stops When you can no longer start the engine it is sufficiently dry 6 Remove the wire from the spark plug and connect the wire onto the retaining post 7 Remove the spark plug add 1 oz 30 ml of oil through the spark plug hole and pull the starter rope slowly several times to distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during the off season 8 Loosely install the spark plug 9 Tighten all nuts bolts and screws Folding the Handle Folding or unfolding the handle improperly
18. r more of the following Replace the blade or have it sharpened Walk at a slower pace while mowing Raise the cutting height on your mower Cut the grass more frequently Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath with each pass Set the cutting height on the front wheels one notch lower than the rear wheels For example set the front wheels at 2 inches 51 mm and the rear wheels at 2 3 8 inches 60 mm Cutting Leaves e After cutting the lawn ensure that half of the lawn shows through the cut leaf cover You may need to make more than one pass over the leaves e If there are more than 5 inches 13 cm of leaves on the lawn set the front cutting height one or two notches higher than the rear cutting height e Slow down your mowing speed if the mower does not cut the leaves finely enough Maintenance Note Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position Recommended Maintenance Schedule s Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval After the first 2 operating Chande theenaine oil hours g g e Check the engine oil level e Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade control Before each use or daily bar e Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the mower Before storage e Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before annual storage e Replace the air filter more frequently in dust
19. s and Conditions Not Covered There is no other express warranty except for special emission system coverage on some products This express warranty does not cover the following e Cost of regular maintenance service or parts such as filters fuel lubricants oil changes air filter blade sharpening worn blade on mowers paddles scrapers skids on snowthrowers cable linkage adjustments or brake and clutch adjustments e Any product or part which has been altered or misused and requires replacement or repair due to accidents or lack of proper maintenance e Repairs necessary due to improper battery care electrical supply irregularities failure to use fresh fuel less than one month old or failure to properly prepare the unit prior to any period of non use over one month e Pickup and delivery charges e Operational misuse neglect or accidents e Repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than an Authorized Toro Service Dealer e Repairs or adjustments to correct starting difficulties due to the following Failure to follow proper maintenance procedures Rotary mower blade striking an object snowthrower auger paddles striking an object Contaminants in the fuel system Improper fuel or fuel oil mixture consult your Operator s Manual if in doubt Failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of non use over one month e Special operational conditions where starting may require more than two pulls First time starts after extended period o
20. safe operating condition 2 Filling the Engine with Oil Do not damage the cables when folding or Your mower does not come with oil in the engine but it unfolding the handle does come with a bottle of oil e Ifa cable is damaged contact an Authorized 1 Remove the dipstick Figure 6 Service Dealer 1 Carefully move the upper handle forward until the handle halves are in line and nest together as shown in Figure 3 G002576 Figure 6 2 Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level reaches the Full line on the dipstick Figure 6 Do not overfill Max fill 20 oz type SAE 30W detergent oil with an API service classification of SF SG SH SJ SL or higher 6002573 Figure 3 2 Tighten the handle knobs Figure 4 3 Install the dipstick securely SN Important Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating hours change it yearly thereafter Refer N to Changing the Engine Oil 6002574 3 Rotate the handle rearward Figure 5 until it clicks into place Figure 4 Product Overview G002571 Figure 7 1 Cutting height lever 6 Fuel tank cap 2 Oil fill Dipstick 7 Air filter 3 Recoil start handle 8 Primer 4 Blade control bar 9 Spark plug 5 Self propel drive bar Q ty gt lt 7 1 2 3 6002572 Figure 8 1 Grass bag 3 Rear discharge plug installed 2 Side discharge chute Operation Filling the Fuel Tank Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive
21. toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Material may ricochet back toward the operator Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces e Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher discharge guard rear guard or other safety protective devices in place and working e Never leave a running machine unattended Stop the engine and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before cleaning the machine removing grass catcher or unclogging the discharge guard e Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light e Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs e Never operate mower in wet grass Always be sure of your footing walk never run e Disengage the drive system if so equipped before starting the engine e If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine and check for the cause immediately Vibration is generally a warning of trouble e Always wear eye protection when operating machine e See manufacturer s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury Operation on all slopes require extra caution If you feel uneasy on a slope do not mow it e Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changi
22. ww Toro com Warning CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Important This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler Itis a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on any forest covered brush covered or grass covered land Other states or federal areas may have similar laws This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES 002 The enclosed Engine Owner s Manual is supplied for information regarding the US Environmental Protection Agency EPA and the California Emission Control Regulation of emission systems maintenance and warranty Replacements may be ordered through the engine manufacturer For models with stated engine horsepower the gross horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the engine manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1940 As configured to meet safety emission and operating requirements the actual engine horsepower on this class of lawn mower will be significantly lower Safety This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade safety requirements for walk behind rotary lawn mowers and the B71 1 specifications of the American National Standards Institute in effect at the time of production Read and understand the contents of this manual before you start the engine The safety alert s
23. y operating conditions e Change the engine oil e Lubricate the wheel gears e Replace the blade or have it sharpened more frequently if the edge dulls quickly e Refer to your Engine Operator s Manual for any additional yearly maintenance procedures Important Refer to your Engine Operator s Manual for additional maintenance procedures Preparing for Maintenance 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak Gasoline is flammable explosive and can cause 2 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug pempral injury and hook it onto the retaining post Figure 27 before performing any maintenance procedure Run the engine dry or remove the gasoline with a hand pump never siphon Replacing the Air Filter Replace the air filter yearly replace it more frequently in a dusty operating conditions G002594 i Figure 27 1 Refer to Preparing for Maintenance 1 Spark pl taini t a 0 2 Rotate the air filter cover to remove it Figure 28 3 After performing the maintenance procedure s connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug Important Before tipping the mower to change the oil or replace the blade allow the fuel tank to run dry through normal usage If you must tip the mower prior to running out of fuel use a hand fuel pump to remove the fuel Always tip the mower onto its side with the air filter up Figure 28 Replace th
24. ymbol Figure 2 is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death Improperly using or maintaining this mower could result in injury or death To reduce this potential comply with the following safety instructions Original Instructions EN Printed in the USA All Rights Reserved The following instructions have been adapted from the ANSI OPEI standard B71 1 2003 This cutting machine can amputate hands and feet and throw objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death General Operation e Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before starting e Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times e Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate this machine e Clear the area of objects such as rocks wire toys etc which could be thrown by the blade Stay behind the handle when the engine is running e Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating Stop machine if anyone enters the area e Do not operate machine barefooted or while wearing sandals Always wear substantial footweat e Do not pull machine backward unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while moving backward e Never direct discharged material
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