MODEL NO. 209238 & UP MODEL NO. 20929B — & UP FORM NO. 3317-900GB OPERATOR’S MANUAL k 48 CM REAR BEGGAR J MOWER A\ SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TRAINING 1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. 2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. 3. Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby. 4.
&\ SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 18. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. * before clearing blockages or unclogging chute; ® before checking, clearing or working on the lawnmower; ® after striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the lawnmower; ® if lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately). 20. Stop the engine + whenever you leave the lawnmower; ® before refueling. 21.
Safety alert triangle— symbol within triangle indicates a hazard Safety alert symbol} Read operator’s manual Consult technical manual for proper service procedures Stay a safe distance from the machine Stay a safe distance from the mower Thrown or flying objects— Whale body exposure Thrown or flying objects— Rotary side-mounted mower.
Hourmeter/elapsed operating hours Fast Slow Decreasing/increasing Grease lubrication point Engine start Engine stop Choke Primer {start aid) Push primer three times SYMBOL GLOSSARY Fuel Neutral First gear Second gear Third gear Cutting element— basic symbol Cutting element— Height adjustment Pull rope Wheel Wheel traction
Properly dispose of batteries Insert key into ignition switch Turn key in ignition switch Move control Move control forward Move control rearward SYMBOL GLOSSARY Lower control bar Raise control bar Raise flower control bar %Xifl Raise/lower control bar \1, Raise control bar T Raise control bar Lower control bar f
TABLE OF CONTENTS Set-Up Instructions Before Operating .. . Operating Instructions . Maintenance Servicing Air Cleaner Replacing Spark Plug . Draining Gasoline . L1 Changing Crankcase Oil L 11 Adjusting Throttle L1 Adjusting Wheal Traction Drive . .12 Adjusting Brake Cable 12 inspecting/Removing/Sharpening Bide .. 13 Lubrication Charging Battery Replacing Fuse Cleaning Mower Housing . Preparing Mower For Storage .. Product Identification .. . Toto Service Support . SET—UP INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL HANDLE 1.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL GRASS BAG 1. Raise discharge door, slide bag ramp attached to bag into discharge opening, and hook bag frame onto rounded portion of mounting brackets (Fig. 4). Figure 4 4. Bag door 2. Bag ramp 3. Discharge door 4. Bag handle 8. Mounting bracket 6. Bag frame hook Note: Make sure grass bag door is fully closed against grass bag before installing bag on mower. 2. Allow discharge door to rest on top of bag (Fig. 5}. INSTALL BATTERY (electric start model) 1.
BEFORE OPERATING FILL CRANKCASE WITH OIL Fill crankcase with SAE 30 oil until ofl elev! reaches FULL mark on dipstick as shown in Figure 8. The maximum crankcase capacity is 25 ounces (0.75 liters) of oll. Use any high quality detergent oil having the American Petroleum Institute (API) “service classification” Be tore each use, ensure oil level is between ADD and FULL marks (Fig. 8). Add oit if level is low. 1. Position mower on level surface and clean around oil dipstick. 2.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING TIPS 1. CHECK Ol LEVEL—Maintain oil level between ADD and FULL range as shown on dipstick (Fig. 7). 2. CUTTING AND BAGGING—Best results are achieved when only about 1/3 of the grass blade is cut. If dong grass must be cut, use highest height-of cut setting for first mowing. Then recur the grass ata more normal setting. Too long of grass is cut, mower may plug and cause engine to stall.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3. REMOVING BAG--Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. For protection, always keep hands and feet away from mower housing wife engine is running. Raise discharge door. While holding discharge door up, grasp handle on grass bag and lift bag off mower. Allow discharge door to close. Note: When removing the grass bag, the bag ramp scoops oul any clippings that may be plugging the discharge opening.
MAINTENANCE A. WASH moat element in a solution of liquid soap and warm water. Squeeze to remove dirt, but do not twist because foam may tear. Rinse thoroughly in clear water. B. DRY by wrapping in a clean rag. Squeeze rag and foam element to dry. 0.030” {.76 mm}) Figure 13 1. Foam element 2. Cover 3. Knob C. SATURATE element with 150 mi (§ ounces) of SAE 30 engine oil. Squeeze element to remove excess oil and to distribute oil thoroughly. A damp elem men is desirable. 4.
MAINTENANCE 2. Move throttle control to FAST & position. 3. Loosen cable clamp screw until throttle cable slides (Fig. 16), 4. Move throttle cable left or right until holes in throttle lever and throttle bracket align (Fig. 16). 5. Pull throttle cable slightly to remove any slack and tighten cable clamp screw to lock adjustment in place. 85 Figure 16 1. Cable clamp screw 2. Throttle bracket 3.
MAINTENANCE INSPECTING/REMOVING/SHARPENING BLADE 1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug. For electric start model, remove key from switch. 2. Drain gasoline from fuel tank; refer to Draining Gasoline, page 11. 3. Tip mower on its left side (Fig. 20). Avoid rotating blade as starting problems may result. Figure 20 4. INSPECTING BLADE—Carefully examine blade for sharpness and wear, especially where flat and curved parts meet (Fig, 21A}.
MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION After every 25 operating hours or when season ends, front and rear wheels must be lubricated. 1. Apply one {o two drops of light oil on inside and outside of all wheel bolts. Spin wheels to distribute oil into bushings. Wipe up excess oil. 2. Tip the mower on its left side. Wipe grease filings with clean rag {Fig. 24). Install grease gun onto fitting and gently apply one or two pumps of #2 Multi~Purpose Lithium Base Grease.
MAINTENANCE Figure 27 PREPARING MOWER FOR STORAGE 1. For long term storage, it is recommended that gasoline be drained from fuel tank or usa a fuel additive before storing. To drain gasoline, refer to Draining Gasoline, page 11, After fuel is drained, start engine and let it idle until all fuel is consumed and engine stops. if gasoline is not drained, gumming varnish deposits will form and cause poor engine operation or even starting problems.
THE TOR STARTING GUARANTEE A Five Year Limited Warranty On The Toto GTS 150 OHV Engine What Is Covered? The Toto Company guarantees that your TOR GTS 150 Engine will start on the first or second pull for five years from the date of purchase—if you provide the routine maintenance it requirement we will fix it. The cost of parts and labor are included, but you must pay transportation costs.
GUARANTEED TO START MAINTENANCE RECORD To keep the starting guarantee in effect, you must perform the following maintenance after every 25 operating hours, more often in dusty and dirty conditions. Follow the procedures in this Operator's Manual and record information on this chart.