User manual TORO 20041

[. . . ] Write the numbers in the space provided below: Model #: Serial #: 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 U. S. [. . . ] Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick. Important: Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating hours; change it yearly thereafter. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil on page 10. m-5650 2. Tighten the handle knobs. m-5620 3. Rotate the handle rearward (as shown) until it clicks into place. m-5650 3328-280 5 Before Operating Danger Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. S S S S 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. 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. Warning Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury. S S Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height. Filling the Fuel Tank Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a major name-brand service station. Important: To reduce starting problems next season, add fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with gasoline less than 30 days old. 1/2 in. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height on page 6. 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. Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the mower to plug or the engine to stall. · m-5660 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. · Warning Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade. · Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization. Stopping the Engine To stop the engine, release the blade control bar. 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 your Authorized Service Dealer. If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try one or more of the following: · · · · · · Replace the blade or have it sharpened. Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath with each pass. [. . . ] Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws. m-5659 m-5620 2. Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you fold the upper handle. 3. To unfold the handle, reverse the steps above. Removing from Storage 1. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow the excess oil from the cylinder. [. . . ]