Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsWalk-Behind MowersHoverPro 500 Machine

FormNo.3414-486RevB

HoverPro

500Machine

ModelNo.02604—SerialNo.400000000andUp

ModelNo.02606—SerialNo.400000000andUp

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

GeneralSafety...................................................2

BeforeOperationSafety.....................................2

DuringOperatingSafety.....................................3

AfterOperatingSafety........................................4

MaintenanceSafety............................................4

SafetyandInstructionalDecals..........................4

Setup........................................................................6

1AssemblingtheHandle....................................6

2InstallingtheFootstop......................................6

3FillingtheEnginewithOil.................................7

ProductOverview.....................................................8

Specications....................................................9

Operation..................................................................9

FillingtheFuelTank............................................9

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Summary of content (20 pages)

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Form No. 3414-486 Rev B HoverPro® 500 Machine Model No. 02604—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Model No. 02606—Serial No. 400000000 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 Checking the Engine-Oil Level.......................... 10 Adjusting the Cutting Height ............................. 10 Starting the Engine ............................................11 Adjusting the Choke.......................................... 12 Shutting Off the Engine..................................... 12 Hauling ............................................................. 12 Operating Tips ................................................. 13 Maintenance ..................................
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stop within 3 seconds. If not, stop using your machine immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer. – Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. – Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug when adjusting cutting height. • Operate the machine only in good visibility and appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate the machine when there is the risk of lighting. Fuel Safety • Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade.
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After Operating Safety Maintenance Safety • Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug General Safety before performing any maintenance procedure. • Wear gloves and eye protection when servicing • Clean grass and debris from the machine to help the machine. prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills. • The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result • Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine in serious personal injury. Wear gloves when servicing the blade. in any enclosure.
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decal111-5393 111-5393 1. Warning—Receive training on the product; read the Operator’s Manual. 4. Thrown object hazard; keep bystanders away from the machine. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade; 5. Warning—do not touch hot surfaces; keep guards in place; disconnect the wire from the spark plug before working on the Stay away from moving parts; keep guards in place. machine; never fit metal cutting parts. 3. Warning—wear eye and hearing protection. g017410 g017410 H295159 1.
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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 bushings into the frame. 1 2 g209291 3 Figure 4 1. Upper handle 4. U-bolt 2. Hand wheel 3. Washer 5. Lower handle 5. Fit the U-bolt through the upper and lower handle and secure it with a washer and a hand wheel. 4 6. Attach the throttle assembly to the outside of the handlebar and secure it with a nut and a pan screw.
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2 3 Installing the Footstop Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required No Parts Required Procedure Procedure Secure the footstop to the bolt on the right side of the lower handle using a nut and 2 washers (Figure 6). Important: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil. Note: Install the footstop using the lower hole in the footstop as shown in Figure 6. Max. fill: 0.
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Product Overview 4 5 3 g017338 g017338 Figure 8 6 Note: Fill the engine crankcase with oil until the dipstick indicates that the engine-oil level is correct as shown in Figure 7. If you overfill the engine with oil, remove the excess oil as directed in Changing the Engine Oil (page 15). 2 1 7 4. Install the dipstick and hand tighten it securely. 8 Important: Change the engine oil after the 9 first 5 operating hours; change it yearly thereafter. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 15).
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Specifications Operation Model Cutting width Product width 02604 510 mm (20 inches) 635 mm (25 inches) Filling the Fuel Tank 02606 535 mm (21 inches) 635 mm (25 inches) • For best results, use only clean, fresh, 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. • Do not use ethanol blends of gasoline, such as E15 or E85, with more than 10% ethanol by volume.
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Adjusting the Cutting Height Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING 1. Move the machine to a level surface. Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury. 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. • Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 5.
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Starting the Engine 1. Place the throttle control to the choke position, ensure that the fuel switch is in the ON position. OFF ON g017329 g017346 g017329 g017346 Figure 16 Figure 14 4. Pull the recoil-start handle. 2. Hold the operator-presence control against the handle. Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 2 1 g017334 g017334 Figure 15 1. Handle 2. Operator-presence control 3.
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Adjusting the Choke Shutting Off the Engine Use the throttle assembly to adjust the choke (Figure 17). Service Interval: Before each use or daily To shut off the engine, release the operator-presence control (Figure 18). Important: When you release the operator-presence control, 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.
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Cutting Leaves Operating Tips • After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need to make more than a single pass over the leaves. General Mowing Tips • Inspect the area where you will use the machine • Mowing grass over 15 cm (6 inches) in length is and remove all objects that the machine could throw. not recommended. If the leaf cover is too thick, the machine may plug and cause the engine to stall. • Avoid striking solid objects with the blade.
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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 Yearly • Check the engine-oil level. • Ensure that the engine shuts off within 3 seconds after releasing the operator-presence control. • Clean grass clippings and dirt from the entire machine.
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Replacing the Air Cleaner Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Yearly Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Yearly 1. Press down on the latch tabs on top of the air-cleaner cover (Figure 20). 2 1. Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it. 3 Note: Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. 1 2. Ensure that the fuel tank contains little or no fuel so that the fuel does not leak when you tip the machine onto its side. 3.
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8. Install the dipstick and hand tighten it securely. Replacing the Blade 9. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling center. Service Interval: Yearly 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. Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 100 hours Use an Champion RN9YC spark plug or equivalent.
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behind the ratchet or wrench and tighten the bolt securely. This bolt is very difficult to overtighten. Cleaning the Machine Service Interval: Before each use or daily After each use WARNING The machine may dislodge material from under the machine housing. • Wear eye protection. • Stay in the operating position (behind the handle). • Do not allow bystanders in the area. 1. Tip the machine on its side with the dipstick down. 2.
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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 hole in the fuel-cap vent is plugged. 3. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the gap is incorrect. 2. Clean the hole in the fuel-cap vent 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 fuel.
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The Toro Warranty A Two-Year 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).