Form No. 3441-764 Rev D 10in Cultivator Model No. 58601—Serial No. 321000001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in effective working order or the engine is constructed, equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire.
Contents Safety Safety ....................................................................... 3 General Safety ................................................... 3 Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 4 Setup ........................................................................ 5 1 Assembling the Handle .................................... 5 2 Rotating the Drag Stake................................... 6 Product Overview .....................................................
Safety and Instructional 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 missing. decal144-4732 144-4732 1. Press the primer 3 times, push the choke lever down, pull the recoil-start handle, and once the engine is running pull the choke lever up. decal144-4726 144-4726 1. Squeeze the throttle to engage the tines. decal133-8062 133-8062 decal144-4727 144-4727 5.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Use Qty. 1 Knob nut Curved washer Saddle bolt Middle handlebar Upper left handlebar Upper right handlebar 4 4 4 1 1 1 Assemble the handle. 2 No parts required – Rotate the drag stake. 1 Assembling the Handle Parts needed for this procedure: 4 Knob nut 4 Curved washer 4 Saddle bolt 1 Middle handlebar 1 Upper left handlebar 1 Upper right handlebar Procedure g334211 1.
2 Rotating the Drag Stake No Parts Required Procedure 1. Remove the lock pin. 2. Rotate the drag stake so that it points downward, facing toward the tines. 3. Install the lock pin. g334212 Figure 4 1. Knob nut (2) 4. Left upper handle 2. Curved washer (2) 5. Right upper handle 3. Saddle bolt (2) g334215 Figure 5 1. Lock pin 6 2.
Product Overview g334228 Figure 6 1. Engine on/off switch 6. Engine 2. Choke lever 7. Fuel cap 3. Throttle control 4. Handlebar-height adjustment 8. Tines 9. Primer bulb 5. Starter handle 10. Wheel vertical guide Controls Choke Lever Engine On/Off Switch Move the choke lever on the engine to the CHOKE position when initially starting a cold engine, then move it into the RUN position once started. Use the engine On/Off switch to shut the engine off.
Specifications Operation Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. Height 97 cm (38 inches) Length 89 cm (35 inches) Width 46 cm (18 inches) Weight 15 kg (33 lb) Cultivating width 15 to 25 cm (6 to 10 inches) Cultivating depth Up to 20 cm (8 inches) Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Adding Fuel • Do not overfill the fuel tank. Replace the fuel cap and tighten it securely after fueling. Clean up spilled fuel before starting the engine. Recommended Fuel • Do not fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground, away from the vehicle before filling. • Remove the machine from the truck or trailer before filling the fuel tank.
Note: Do not mix fuel and oil in the fuel tank. Oil at room temperature mixes easier and more thoroughly than cold oil. Oil below 0°C (32°F) requires additional mixing. Using Stabilizer/Conditioner Use fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to keep the fuel fresh longer when used as directed by the fuel-stabilizer manufacturer. Important: Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol.
• Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant footwear; hearing protection; and gloves. Tie back long hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose jewelry. • Keep your hands, feet, other body parts, and clothing away from rotating tines and moving parts of the machine. The tines begin rotating when you start the engine and may continue to rotate momentarily after you shut off the engine.
• Exercise extreme caution when crossing gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not leave a running machine unattended. Shut off the machine and wait for all moving parts to stop before you leave the operator’s position. Disconnect the spark-plug wire, keep it away from the plug to prevent accidental starting, and allow the machine to cool before adjusting, fueling, unclogging, servicing, cleaning, or storing the machine. Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Operating Tips • Inspect the area where you will use the cultivator and remove all objects such as large rocks, trash, and branches before cultivating to prevent equipment damage. • The clutch transfers maximum power after about 2 hours of normal operation. During this break-in period, the clutch may slip. Keep the clutch free of oil and other moisture for efficient operation. • Always begin cultivating with the slowest ground speed possible. Increase the speed if conditions permit.
After Operation After Operation Safety General Safety • Shut off the machine and wait for all moving parts to stop before you leave the operator’s position. Disconnect the spark-plug wire, keep it away from the plug to prevent accidental starting, and allow the machine to cool before adjusting, fueling, unclogging, servicing, cleaning, or storing the machine. • Clean debris from the machine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
Maintenance • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their Maintenance Safety • To ensure optimum performance of the machine, proper operation regularly. use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty.
Engine Maintenance Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 20 hours—Check, clean, and gap the spark plug. Servicing the Air Filter Yearly—Replace the spark plug. Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the air filter. Ensure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug. Every 20 hours—Clean the air filter. (Clean daily in extremely dusty conditions.) Yearly—Replace the air filter.
Checking the Spark Plug Storage Important: Do not clean the spark plug(s). Always replace the spark plug(s) when it has a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks. Storage Safety • Shut off the machine and wait for all moving parts to stop before you leave the operator’s position. Disconnect the spark-plug wire, keep it away from the plug to prevent accidental starting, and allow the machine to cool before adjusting, fueling, unclogging, servicing, cleaning, or storing the machine.
E. Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle the fuel according to local codes. Important: Do not store fuel containing stabilizer/conditioner longer than the duration recommended by the fuel-stabilizer manufacturer. 5. Remove and check the condition of the spark plug; refer to Servicing the Spark Plug (page 16). With the spark plug removed from the engine, pour 15 ml (1 tablespoon) of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Install the spark plug and pull the recoil rope 3 times to coat the cylinder with oil.
Troubleshooting Problem The engine does not start. The engine runs rough or floods during operation. The engine is difficult to start. Possible Cause 1. The engine switch is in the OFF position. 1. Move the switch to the ON position. 2. The spark-plug wire is loose or disconnected. 3. The spark plug is wet, pitted, fouled, or the gap is incorrect. 4. The fuel-line hose is not positioned at the bottom of the fuel tank. 2. Install the wire on the spark plug. 1. The air filter is dirty. 1.
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Warranty Terms and Conditions Product 5-Year Limited Warranty Statement The Toro Company warrants this product under a five-year limited warranty to be free from defects in the material or workmanship or both for a period not exceeding 60 consecutive months from the date of original purchase by the first retail consumer or first commercial end user. This warranty does not apply to the engine mounted on the product. "Consumer use" means personal recreational use by a retail consumer.
California Proposition 65 Warning Information What is this warning? You may see a product for sale that has a warning label like the following: WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm—www.p65Warnings.ca.gov. What is Prop 65? Prop 65 applies to any company operating in California, selling products in California, or manufacturing products that may be sold in or brought into California.
