Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsWalk-Behind MowersHoverPro 500 Machine

FormNo.3390-901RevB

HoverPro450/500/550Machine

ModelNo.02602—SerialNo.315000001andUp

ModelNo.02604—SerialNo.315000001andUp

ModelNo.02606—SerialNo.315000001andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperate

andmaintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoid

injuryandproductdamage.Youareresponsiblefor

operatingtheproductproperlyandsafely.Keepthis

manualforfuturereference.

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productandaccessoryinformation,helpndinga

dealer,ortoregisteryourproduct.

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Contents

Introduction...............................................................1

Safety.......................................................................2

GeneralOperation..............................................2

SlopeOperation.................................................3

Children..............................................................3

Service...............................................................3

SoundPressure..................................................4

SoundPower......................................................4

Vibration.............................................................4

SafetyandInstructionalDecals..........................5

Setup........................................................................7

1AssemblingtheHandle....................................7

2InstallingtheFootstop......................................8

3FillingtheEnginewithOil.................................8

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Summary of content (24 pages)

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Form No. 3390-901 Rev B HoverPro 450/500/550 Machine Model No. 02602—Serial No. 315000001 and Up Model No. 02604—Serial No. 315000001 and Up Model No. 02606—Serial No. 315000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction Model No. Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage. You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. Keep this manual for future reference. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.
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Safety Product Overview ................................................... 10 Specifications .................................................. 10 Operation ................................................................ 10 Filling the Fuel Tank .......................................... 10 Checking the Engine Oil Level ...........................11 Adjusting the Cutting Height ............................. 12 Starting the Engine ........................................... 12 Adjusting the Choke.........
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Service • Never operate machine in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing; walk; never run. • If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, Safe Handling of Gasoline stop the engine and check for the cause immediately. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. 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.
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• Do not tilt the machine when starting the engine, and ground against engine to prevent unintended starting. except if the machine has to be tilted for starting. In this case do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part which is away from the operator. • Machine blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Examine the machine regularly and replace worn • Do not change the engine governor setting or or damaged parts for safety.
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Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. decal111-5392 111-5392 (model 02602) 1. Warning—Receive training on the product; read the Operator’s Manual. 4. Thrown object hazard; keep bystanders at least 15m (49ft) from the machine. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, Flexiblade line; disconnect the wire from the spark plug before working on the machine; never fit metal cutting parts. 5.
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decal94-8072 94-8072 1. Warning—cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, cutting mechanism. g017414 1. Choke 2. Engine symbol g017409 H295124 1. Instruction for orientation of the machine for servicing the cutting mechanism and draining oil. g017410 H295159 1. Engine stop 6 3.
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Setup 3. Repeat for the opposite side. 4. Align the holes on the upper handle with the lower handle. 1 Assembling the Handle No Parts Required Procedure 1. Slide 2 bushes into the frame. g017328 Figure 4 g017333 Figure 3 1. Lower handle 2. Bushes 3. Nut 2. 4. Frame 5. Bolt 6. Washers Place the lower handle between the bushes and secure it with 1 handlebar bolt, 2 washers, and 1 nut. Note: Place the lower handle between the bushes with the kick stop assembly on the right hand side. 7 1.
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g017337 Figure 5 g027870 Figure 6 2 Installing the Footstop 1. Footstop 4. Bolt 2. Nut 3. Washer 5. Lower handle 3 No Parts Required Procedure Filling the Engine with Oil Secure the footstop to the bolt on the right side of the lower handle using a nut and 2 washers (Figure 6). No Parts Required Note: Install the footstop using the lower hole in the footstop as shown in Figure 6. Procedure Important: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine.
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g017332 Figure 7 1. The oil level is at its maximum. 3. The oil level is too low—add oil to the crankcase. 2. The oil level is too high—remove oil from the crankcase. 3. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill hole, wait 3 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick by wiping the dipstick clean and then inserting, but not screwing in, the oil fill cap into the hole (Figure 8).
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Specifications Product Overview Model Cutting width Product width 02602 460 mm (18.11 inches) 575 mm (23 inches) 02604 510 mm (20.07 inches) 635 mm (25 inches) 02606 535 mm (21.06 inches) 635 mm (25 inches) Operation Filling the Fuel Tank DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others.
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Checking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. 3. Insert, but do not screw in, the dipstick into the oil fill hole. 4. Remove the dipstick and check it. 5. To determine the proper oil level on the dipstick, refer to Figure 12). g017340 Figure 11 g017332 Figure 12 1. The oil level is at its maximum. 3. The oil level is too low—add oil to the crankcase. 2.
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Adjusting the Cutting 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. g017336 Figure 14 1. Cutterbar 2. Spacers • Wear gloves while handling the flexiblade or cutterbar. 3. Blade retainer Note: The large spacer must be positioned directly below the impeller at all times. CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you.
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Adjusting the Choke Use the throttle assembly to adjust the choke (Figure 18). g017334 Figure 16 1. Handle 3. 2. Engine stop handle Place your foot on the deck and tilt the machine towards you (Figure 17). g017367 Figure 18 1. Choke on 2. Choke off Stopping the Engine Service Interval: Before each use or daily g017329 To stop the engine, release the blade control bar (Figure 19). Figure 17 4. Important: When you release the engine stop Pull the recoil start handle.
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from the spark plug, and examine the machine 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 • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do not cut below the 30 mm (1.2 inch) setting (Model 02602/02604) or 32 mm (1.25 inch) setting (Model 02606) unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height.
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Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 5 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily After each use Every 100 hours • Check the engine oil level. • Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade control bar. • Clean grass clippings and dirt from the entire machine.
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5. Tip the machine onto its side, with the dipstick down, to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube. 6. Return the machine to the operating position. 7. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill hole, wait 3 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick by wiping the dipstick clean and then inserting, but not screwing in, the oil fill cap into the hole. Note: Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: Multigrade Mineral 10W-30 oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.
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Important: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty spark plug. Do not clean the electrodes because grit entering the cylinder can damage the engine. 5. 4. Remove the blade (turn the blade bolt counterclockwise), saving all the mounting hardware. 5. Install the new blade (turn the blade bolt clockwise) and all mounting hardware. Set the gap on the plug to 0.76 mm (0.030 inch) (Figure 23). Important: Position the curved ends of the blade to point toward the machine housing. 6.
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Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Machine for Storage WARNING Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • Do not store the machine 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. Run the machine until the engine stops from running out of fuel. 3. Prime the engine and start it again. 4.
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Troubleshooting Problem The engine does not start. Possible Cause 1. The wire is not connected to the spark plug. 1. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 2. The fuel cap vent hole is plugged. 2. Clean the fuel cap vent hole or replace the fuel cap. 3. Check the spark plug and adjust the gap if necessary. Replace the spark plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked. 4. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. If the problem persists, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 3.
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The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee A Limited Warranty Conditions and Products Covered The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly warrant your Toro Commercial product (“Product”) to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for two years or 1500 operational hours*, whichever occurs first. This warranty is applicable to all products with the exception of Aerators (refer to separate warranty statements for these products).