FORM NO. 3314-284 MODEL NO. 16400 & UP MODEL NO. 18401 ~ & UP MODEL NO. 18402 ~ & UP OPERATOR'S MANUAL SIDE DISCHARGE FINGERTIP AND KEY-LECTRIC® START injury. This mower “meets or exceeds CPS blade safety requirements for walk behind rotary mowers” and the specifications of the American National Standards Institute, However, improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in injury.
A\ SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 22. To ensure the mower is in safe operating condition, frequently check and keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight. Ensure blade bolt is tightened to proper specifications. 23. To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of excessive grease, grass, leaves, and accumulation of dirt. 24. Check optional grass catcher bag frequently for wear or deterioration. If worn, replace with a new bag for your protection. 25, Ali ow engine to cool before storing mower in any enclosure.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL HANDLES AND STARTER ROPE 1. LOWER HANDLES (Fig. ends of handle together and install on pivot pins. Move handle and latches backward until handle studs snap into center hole, Push hair pin cotters through holes in pivot pins, HANDLE Figure 1 2. UPPER HANDLE (Fig. upper and lower handle in place with handle knobs and bolts. Control cables must be in back of lower handier cross member. Secure control cables in position with cable ties.
BEFORE OPERATING FILL CRANKCASE WITH OIL initially, crankcase must be filled with 20 ounces {0.592 L) of SAE 30 or 10W20 oil. Use any high quality detergent oil having the American Petrolatum Institute (AP} “service Before each use, ensure il level is between FULL and ADD marks on dipstick {Fig. 5}. Add oif if level is at or below ADD mark. 1. Position mower on level surface and clean around oil dipstick, 2. Remove dipstick by rotating cap counterclockwise 174 turn. 3.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING TIPS 1. BEFORE OPERATING-Ensure engine brake, self-propelled drive (self-propelled models only}, and control bar function properly. When control bar is released, blade and engine are designed to stop. 2. CUTTING AND BAGGING~To improve quality of cut, discharge clippings toward previously cut area. Best results are achieved when singing is running at maximum speed and only about 1/3 of the grass blade is cut.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7. SELF-PROPELLING (Models 16401 & 18402)— Move wheel drive contort to ENGAGE, Frost wheels will now drive mower, For maneuvering and making turns, push down on handle to reals front wheels slightly off grass. Move control to DISENGAGE to stop front wheel drive. ADJUSTING HEIGHT-OF-CUT Five notches cast into the housing represent each graduated height-of-cut setting {Fig. 9). 3 1 1-2nd 27 2-1i2” 1. Stop the engine and pull ths wire off the spark plug (Fig. 13}. 2.
MAINTENANCE Figure 12 REPLACING SPARK PLUG Use a Champion RJ1SLM spark plug or equivalent. Correct air gap is 0.030” (0.76 mm). Remove plug after every 25 operating hours and check its condition. 1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug {Fig. 13}, Remove key from switch on electric start model, Figure 13 2. Clean around spark plug and remove plug from cylinder head. IMPORTANT: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty spark plug.
MAINTENANCE 5. After draining, clean drain plug and reinstall it. Wipe up any spilled oil. Fill engine with fresh oil: reform to Fill Crankcase With Qil, page 4. INSPECTING/REMOVING/SHARPENING BLADE 1, Stop engine and pull wig oft spark pig {Fig. 13}. Remove key from switch on electric start model. 2. Drain gasoline from fuel tank; refer to Draining Gasoline, page 7. 3. Tip mower on its left side (Fig. 18). BLADE, 8O AND LOCK WASHER Figure 16 4.
MAINTENANCE GREASE FITTING Y Figure 19 CHECKING TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL The transmission is filled with E.P. 30 gear oil that has a LG-5 or LG-B rating. Level of gear oil must be checked at slats every 25 operating hours, before storage and before the mowing season begins. 1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug (Fig. 13). Remove key from switch on electric start model. 2. Remove two screws and lift off transmission cover (Fig. 20). TRANSMISSION COVER a7 Figure 20 3. CHECKING GEAR OIL LEVEL {Fig.
MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING BLADE BRAKE Whenever a new blade brake cable assembly is installed, an adjustment is required. 1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug (Fig, 13). Remove key from switch on electric start model. 2. CHECK ADJUSTMENT (Fig. control bar toward handle until slack in wits is removed. Gap between brake lever and handle must be See step 3 for adjustment. Figure 23 3. ADJUST CABLE CONDUIT—Loosen lockout on cable support (Fig. 24), Insert object between brake fever and handier.
MAINTENANCE PREPARING MOWER FOR STORAGE 1. For long term storage, either drain gasoline from fuel tank or use a fuel additive before storing. To drain gasoline, refer to Draining Ga soling, page 7. After fuel is drained, start engine and let it idle until alt fuel is consumed and engine stops. Repeat the starting procedure twe mots times (o ensure ali gas is removed from the engine. if gasoline is not drained, gum-fiche varnish deposits will form and cause poor engine operation, even starting problems.
v Residential Product Residential Products Used Commercially . . Straight Shaft Trimmers, 3 H.P. Edger, Bagel The Toto Promise A Two Year Limited Warranty On All Gasoline Powered Consumer Products The Toto Company promises to repair these TOR Products if defective in materials or workmanship. The following time periods from the date of purchase apply: 5 H.P. Browser Used Commercially The cost of parts and labor are included, but the customer pays the transportation costs.