MODEL NO. 22700BC — & UP FORM NO. 3317-202 UK OPERATOR'S MANUAL PROLINE® 53CM SIDE DISCHARGE MOWER A) SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which is an odorless, deadly poison, Carbon monoxide is also known fo the State of California to cause birth defects. Do not run engine indoors or in an enclosed area. BEFORE OPERATING 1. Read this manual carefully before operating the mower. Become familiar with the controls and proper use of the mower.
A SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE 18. Perform only those maintenance instructions described in this manual. If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized TOR Service Dealer. 20. 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. 21. To ensure the.mower is in safe operating condition, frequently check and keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Set—Up Instructions Before Operating Operating Instructions Maintenance Servicing Air Cleaner . Replacing Spark Plug Draining Gasoline 8 Adjusting Throttle ..9 Cleaning Cooling System ..
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL THROTTLE CONTROL 1. Route throttle control under lower handle, hook traction cable onto traction control Ever and install control against inside of upper handle with (2) x Ig.) cap screws and curved washers (Fig. 3}. 2. Secure cables to upper handle with a cable tie. INSTALL DEFLECTOR 1. Position the deflector onto mower housing opening and align mounting holes (Fig. 4). THROTTLE CONTROL DEFLECTOR Figure 3 Figure 4 2. Secure top of deflector to mower housing with (2) x 7/8" 1g.
BEFORE OPERATING of children. spilled gas. DANGER: Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Do not smoke when handling fuel and keep fuel far away from open flames and sparks. Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gasoline. Store it in an approved container. Keep gasoline out of reach Refuel outdoors and only when engine Is cold. Fill tank to within 1/4” to 1/2” from top of tank, not into filler neck. This space is for expansion of fuel.
BEFORE OPERATING 50:1 GAS/OIL Mixing Chart U.S. GALLON Gasoline oil 1 gallon 2.6 0z. 2 gallons 5.2 oz. ® Add oll ta small amount of gasoline. ® install cap and shake Add remaining amount can to mix. of gasoline. 111 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING, STOPPING, AND SELF-PROPELLING 1. CONTROLS—Throttle control and control bar are on upper handle. Ground speed control is located at rear of belt cover. Fingertip starter is on engine. 2. Push spark plug wire onto spark plug. 3.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Figure 6 ¢ Adjusting levers could bring hands into contact with moving blade. o Contact with blade could cause serious personal injury. * Do not adjust the settings when engine is running and blade is rotating. ¢ Do not put fingers under housing to lift mower when adjusting levers. + Blade continues to rotate fora fow seconds after throttle control Is moved to STOP. * Contact with the blade or other moving parts could cause serious personal Injury.
MAINTENANCE ® Engine could start accidentally. ® Accidental starting of engine could cause serious Injury to operator or bystanders. ® Pull wire off spark plug before performing any maintenance or adjustments. SERVICING AIR CLEANER Normally, clean air cleaner after every 25 operating hours. More frequent cleaning is required when mower is operated in dusty or dirty conditions. 1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug (Fig. 8).
MAINTENANCE 3. Remove cap from fuel tank and use pump —type siphon to drain fuel into clean gas can. Note: This is the only procedure recommended for draining fuel. ADJUSTING THROTTLE Throttle control adjustment may be required if engine does not start. Whenever a new throttle control cable is installed, throttle must be adjusted. 1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug {Fig. 8}. 2. Move throttle control to 4 (FAST). 3. Loosen cable clamp screw until throttle cable slides {Fig. 10).
MAINTENANCE 5. Reinstall muffler with screw, (2) nuts and lock washers (Fig. 12). After cleaning exhaust port, make sure muffler gasket is still usable. Figure 12 ADJUSTING WHEEL DRIVE if mower does not self-propel or has a tendency to creep forward when drive is not engaged, adjust wheel drive control knob on rear of gear box. 1. ADJUSTMENT (Fig. control knob clockwise 1/2 turn if mower does not self-propel. If mower creeps forward, rotate knob 1/2 turn counterclockwise to loosen belt.
MAINTENANCE RAMPART OF BLADE San SAL cl & SLOT FORMED Figure 15 4. INSPECTING BLADE—Carefully examine blade for sharpness and wear, especially where flat and curved parts meet (Fig. 16A}. 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. 16B & C}, replace blade. Refer to step 5. Note: For best performance, install new blade before cutting season begins.
MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION After every 25 operating hours or when season ends, pivot arms must be lubricated. 1. Move rear wheel height—of—cut levers to center setting. Wipe grease fittings with clean rag (Fig. 18). Install grease gun onto fitting and gently apply 2 or 3 pumps of #2 Multi~Purpose Lithium Base Grease. Excessive pressure may damage seals. Figure 18 LUBRICATING GEAR CASE After every 100 operating hours, grease the gear case with #2 Multi~Purpose Lithium Base Grease. 1.
MAINTENANCE 6. Install (2) cap screws and lockouts, previously removed, in remaining holes in wheel halves and tighten. Remove (2) long screws or bolts and replace them with (2) flange cap screws and lockouts, 7. Reinstall wheel to pivot arm with cap screws, spacer, and lockout. Make sure spacer is positioned between wheel hub and pivot arm. CLEANING MOWER HOUSING To ensure best performance, keep underside of mower housing and inside of discharge area clean. 1. Pull wire off spark plug (Fig. 8}. 2.
OPTIONAL SPARK ARREST OR PART #81-0200 if a spark arrest or is required because of local, state, or federal regulations, it may be purchased at your local Authorized TOR Service Dealer. If mower is operated on any California forest, brush, or grass covered land without a properly operating spark arrest or, the operator is violating state law, Section 4442 Public Resources Code.