FORM NO. 3318-662 REV A EN ) TOR, Recycler® Walk-Behind Power Mower Model No. & Up Model No. & Up Operator’s Manual IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and their proper use before you operate the product.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Toto product. Alt of us at Toto want you to be completely satisfied with your new product, so feel free to contact your local Authorized Service Dealer for help with service, genuine Toto parts, or other information you may require. ‘Whenever you contact your Authorized Service Dealer or the factory, always know the model and serial numbers of your product.
Contents Page Safety ..o 2 Safe Operating Practices 2 Safety and Instruction Decals . 5 Assembly ool 6 Handle . 6 Before Starting 7 Ol 7 Gasoline . . 7 Operation ...t 9 Controls ..o 9 Starting Engine . 9 Stopping Engine 10 Self-propelled Drive . 10 Pulling Mower Rearward il Adjusting Cutting Height .. 12 Recycling Tips .. 12 Adjusting Handle Height 13 Troubleshooting Storage . Page Maintenance . 15 Recommended Maintenance Schedule 15 Air Filter ..
Safety This machine meets or exceeds CPS blade safety requirements for walk—behind rotary mowers and the B71.1 specifications of the American National Standards Institute, in effect at time of production, However, improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can resit in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety alert & symbol which means CAUTION, WARNING or safety instruction.
not smoke while refueling. Keep all guards, shields, safety devices, cover-deflector assembly, optional frags catcher, optional side discharge chute or optional discharge tunnel plug in place. Repair or replace damaged parts, including decals, Cheek all safety devices before each use. Engine, blade and self-propelled drive (self-propelled model) are designed to stop when control bails are released.
Safely. 2. 5. Before mower is cleaned, inspected, serviced, or adjusted, stop engine and disconnect wire from spark plug. Keep wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting. ‘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 50 phi-Ib (68 N'm). When servicing blade, refer to blade maintenance section for correct installation and servicing procedures.
_ Satiety Safety and Instruction Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger, Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. BLADE IS ROTATING WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY Self-propelled model only ON MOWER HOUSING {Part No. 39-5770) 82.229% ON PIVOT STOP {Part No. 82-2292) 922280 Se if-propelied model only ON PIVOT STOP {Part No. 92-2280) HEIGHT OF CUT ON REAR HEIGHT ADJUSTER (Part No. 92-2914 Right (Part No.
Assembly Handle Assembly 1. Loosen handier knobs and lift top handle half in an arc unit! handle halves are in line and nest together (Fig. 1), Note: Use care to prevent pinching or stretching of cables. 2. Tighten knobs securely. 3. Rotate handle toward rear of mower until it snaps into handle brackets (Fig. 1). EN-6 Figure 1 Self-propelled model 1. Knob 3. Handle bracket 2.
Before Starting Oil Initially, crankcase must be filled with 20 ounces (0.6 liters) of SAE 30 oil. 10W-30 oil may be substituted if SAE 30 is not available. Use any high quality detergent oil having the American Petroleum Substitute (API) “service SG or SH. Before cache use, ensure oil level is between FULL and ADD marks on dipstick (Fig. 2). Add oil if level is fow. 1. Position mower on level surface and clean around oil dipstick (Fig. 2). 2. Remove dipstick by rotating cap counterclockwise 1/4 turn. 1.
Before Tarring Note: Do not use gasoline that has been stored in an approved container from one season to the next. The Toto Company strongly recommends the use of fresh, clean, UNLEADED regular grade gasoline in Toto gasoline powered products. Unleaded gasoline burns cleaner, extends engine fife, and promotes good starting by reducing the build-up of combustion chamber deposits. Leaded gasoline can be used if pleaded is not available.
Operation Controls Traction control lever (self-propelled model), throttle Tevet, control bar and recoil starter are on upper handle (Fig. 5). Figure 6 1. Throttle lever 3. Push primer three (3) times (Fig. 7). Wait about two (2) seconds between each push. Note: Do not use primer to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown, Figure § However, cool weather may require 1. Traction control lever 4. Control bar priming (o be repeated. 2. Throttle lever 4. Re coll starter Starting Engine 1.
Operation 4. Squeeze control bar against handle (Fig. 8). S Figure 8 1. Control bar against handle 2. Re coll starter handle 5. Pull starter handle {Fig. 8) lightly until resistance is felt, then pull sharply. Let rope rectum to handle slowly. Note: If engine fails to start after three (3) pulls, repeat steps 2-4. 6. Regulate throttle as desired between % (FAST) and = (SLOW). Stopping Engine 1. Release control bar. Engine, blade and traction will stop. See your dealer immediately if they do not.
Figure 11 1. Control bar against handier The mower is equipped with a single ground speed. However, the ground speed can be varied by increasing or decreasing the distance between the.. control bar and the handle. Lower the control bar to slow the mower when making a turn or if mower is moving too fast for you, If you lower the control bar too far, the safety mechanism will engage and the engine, traction and blade will stop. Squeeze the control bar closer to the handle to increase the ground speed.
Operation Adjusting Cutting Height Each wheel is adjusted individually with a wheel height adjustment lever. Cutting heights are 17, 37 and 3-1/2 inches (25, and 86 mm). 4\ DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD * Adjusting height-of-cut levers could bring hands into contact with moving blade. ‘WHAT CAN HAPPEN o Contact with rotating blade can cause serious injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD » Stop engine and wait for all movement to stop before adjusting cutting height.
grass blade should be cut off. Cutting below the 2 inch setting is not recommended unless grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down. + When changing height-of-cut from the established setting (ex. 27, 2.5” new height, the grass may appear ragged or uneven until the grass adjusts to the new established height-of-cut and regains its normal appearance.
Operation Self-propelled models only 1. When adjusting height-of-cut, slide cable anchor on handle to align hole in cable anchor with desired hole in handle. Locate boles over pin inside handle bracket (Fig. 15). 1708 Figure 15 1. Cable anchor 2. Adjust self-propelled cable. See Maintenance section.
Maintenance Continued safe and dependable operation requires routine maintenance. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Service em Service Operation After every use Hours 25 Hours Hours 100 Hours Housing Clean built-up grass clippings and dirt. Fasteners Check blade and engine mounting fasteners frequently. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the mower is in sate working condition, Alr Filter Replace each mowing season or every 25 hours. Replace more frequently if operating conditions are dusty.
Maintenance I o] POTENTIAL HAZARD * If you leave the wire on the spark plug, someone could start the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN * Accidental starting of engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD o Pull wire off spark plug before you de any maintenance. Also push wire aside so it does not accidentally contact spark plug. Air Filter Replace air filter once every season or every 25 hours; replace more frequently under dusty conditions.
Change Engine Oil Change engine oil after first 8 hours of operation and after 50 hours of operation thereafter. Change oil while engine is warm. PR POTENTIAL HAZARD + Tipping mower may canes fuel leakage from carburetor or fuel tank. WHAT CAN HAPPEN e Gasoline is extremely flammable, highly explosive and under certain conditions can cause personal injury or property damage. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD « Avoid fuel spills by running engine dry or remove gas with hand pump, never siphon. 1 1.
Maintenance IMPORTANT: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty spark plug. Do not sand blast, scrape, or clean electrodes because engine damage could result from grit entering cylinder. 3. Set air gap at 0.030” (0.76 am) (Fig. 19). Install correctly gaped spark plug and gasket seal. Tighten plug firmly to 15 phi-Ib (20 Nome. Figure 19 4. Reconnect spark plug wire when maintenance is completed.
1709 Figure 21 2. Soreness) 3. Loosen cable clamp screw until throttle cable shies (Fig. 22). 2348 Figure 22 1. Cable clamp screw 3. Throttle lever 2. Throttle cable 4. Stop 4. Move throttle control to % (FAST) position. 5. Move throttle cable until throttle lever contacts stop (Fig. 22). 6. Tighten cable clamp screw to lock adjustment in place. Maintenance 7. Reinstall engine cover with (2) screws. Torque screws to 8-10 in-tbs. Nem) Blade A straight, sharp blade provides maximum cutting performance.
Maintenance 3. Tip mower on its left side (Fig. 23). Avoid rotating the blade because starting problems may result. Figure 23 4. INSPECTING BLADE—Carefully examine blade for sharpness and wear, especially where flat and curved parts meet (Fig. 24A). Since sand and abrasive material can wear away the metal that connects the flat and curved parts of the blade, check blade before using the mower. If a slot or wear is noticed, (Fig. 24B & C), replace blade. Refer to step 5. Figure 24 3. Wear 4. Slot formed 1.
Maintenance 6. SHARPENING BLADE—Using a file, sharpen top side of blade and maintain original cutting A WARNING angle (Fig. 26). The blade will remain balanced if same amount of material is removed from both POTENTIAL HAZARD catting edges. * Operating mower without accelerator in place could canes blade to flex, bend or IMPORTANT: Check balance of blade by break. putting it on a blade balance. An inexpensive balance can be purchased at a hardware store.
Maintenance Clean Mower Housing Underside of Mower Housing To ensure best performance, keep underside of mower busing clean. Be especially careful to keep kickers free of debris (Fig. 28). Figure 28 1. Kickers Washing Method ‘Whenever the underside of the mower requires cleaning, follow this procedure for washing debris out from under deck. 1. Position mower on a flat, concrete or asphalt surface near a garden hose. 2. Start the engine. 3.
3. Tip mower on its left side (Fig. 28). 4. Remove dirt and grass clippings with a hardwood scraper. Avoid burrs and sharp edges. 5. Tums mower upright. 6. Refill gas tank. N Reconnect spark plug quite. Belt Cover (self-propelled models only) Keep area under belt cover free of debris. 1. With engine turned off, remove bolt securing belt cover (Fig. 30) to mower housing. Figure 30 1. Softcover 2. Bolt 2. Lift off cover and brush out all debris from belt area. 3.
Troubleshooting Your mower was designed and built for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully. If a problem continues, see your Authorized Toto Service Dealer.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION Discharge chute plugs Move throttle lever from SLOW to FAST position Raise cutting height Slow down Allow grass to dry before mowing Clean underside of mower deck Will not self-propel Adjust self-propelled cable Clean debris from under belt cover, EN-25
Storage To prepare lawn mower for off-season storage perform recommended maintenance procedures. See MAINTENANCE chapter. Store mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover mower to keep it clean and protected. Fuel I POTENTIAL HAZARD » Gasoline can vaporize if stored over long periods of time. WHAT CAN HAPPEN * Vaporized fuel can explode if it comes into contact with open flame. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD » Do not store gasoline (fuel) over long periods of time.
Storage General 1. Check condition of blade. See Maintenance chapter, Blade section. 2. Tighten all nuts, boils, and screws. 3. Lubricate the wheels. See Maintenance chapter, Lubrication section, 4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces. Toto Rewrote paint is available from an Authorized TOR Service Dealer. Folding Handle 1. Pushkin right bottom handle section until handle Figure 33 slides past stops of handle brackets (Fig. 32).
Storage Removing From Storage 5. Perform recommended maintenance procedures. See Maintenance section, 1. Unfold handle. See Assembly chapter, Handle 6. . Fill fuel tank (Fig. 36) with fresh, clean gasoline. section. 2. Check and tighten all fasteners, 3. Remove spark plug (Fig. 35) and spin engine rapidly using starter to blow excess oil from the cylinder. Clean spark plug or replace if wracked, broken or electrodes are worn. Figure 36 1. Fuel tank cap 1002 Figure 35 7. Check engine oil level. 1.
THE TOR PERFORMANCE Walk Mowers WARRANTY A Full Warranty {Limited Warranty for Commercial Use) What is Covered By This Express Warranty? The Toto Company promises to repair any TOR Product used for normal residential purposes™ if defective in materials or workmanship or it it stops functioning due to the failure of a component. The following time periods apply from the date of purchase: o Super Recycler® Walk Mowers . 5 year full warranty ® Anteaters ...