Toro 71242 User Manual

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Operator’s Manual

Original Instructions (GB)

Form No. 3329-996

14-38HXLE, 16-38HXLE, and

17-38HXLE

Wheel Horse

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Lawn Tractors

Model No. 71242—Serial No. 240000001 and Up

Model No. 71243—Serial No. 240000001 and Up

Model No. 71245—Serial No. 240000001 and Up

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

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Alice BarberAug 13, 2025
Why won't my Toro 71242 Lawn Mower engine start?
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  David MccarthyAug 13, 2025
  If the engine of your Toro Lawn Mower will not start, starts hard, or fails to keep running, try the following: Ensure you are sitting on the seat, fill the fuel tank with gasoline, clean or replace the air cleaner element, connect the wire to the spark plug, install a new, correctly gapped spark plug, adjust the throttle cable, replace the fuel filter, or adjust the carburetor idle speed and idle mixture.
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James RamosAug 17, 2025
Why is my Toro Lawn Mower engine losing power?
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  Anthony JimenezAug 17, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn Mower engine loses power, try the following: reduce ground speed, clean the air cleaner element, add oil to the crankcase, remove any obstruction from the cooling fins and air passages, install a new, correctly gapped spark plug, clean or replace the fuel cap, or replace the fuel filter.
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Brian DavisAug 21, 2025
How to fix uneven cutting on my Toro 71242 Lawn Mower?
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  janice43Aug 21, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn Mower is cutting unevenly, make sure to set the tire pressure, level the mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear, and clean the underside of the mower.
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Jenna ChristianAug 25, 2025
What to do if the blades do not rotate on my Toro 71242?
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  Erik HarrisAug 25, 2025
  If the blades do not rotate on your Toro Lawn Mower, try to install a new blade drive belt or install the blade drive belt and check the idler pulley and belt guides for the correct position.
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Richard Brown MDAug 28, 2025
What to do if the starter does not crank on my Toro Lawn Mower?
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  Bradley LewisAug 28, 2025
  If the starter on your Toro Lawn Mower does not crank, try the following solutions: disengage the blade control (PTO), set the parking brake, charge the battery, check the electrical connections for good contact, or replace the fuse.
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Michael AndersonSep 1, 2025
What causes my Toro 71242 engine to overheat?
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  Greg BakerSep 1, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn Mower engine overheats, try the following: reduce the ground speed, add oil to the crankcase, and remove any obstructions from the cooling fins and air passages.
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Amy SmithSep 5, 2025
Why is there an abnormal vibration in my Toro 71242 Lawn Mower?
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  davidcohenSep 5, 2025
  If there is an abnormal vibration in your Toro Lawn Mower, try the following: install new blades, tighten the blade mounting bolt, tighten the engine mounting bolts, or tighten the appropriate pulley.
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Dr. Tyler BaileySep 8, 2025
Why does my Toro 71242 Lawn Mower tractor not drive?
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  Jonathan ConwaySep 9, 2025
  If the Toro Lawn Mower tractor does not drive, move the drive control to the Operate position.

Toro 71242 Specifications

General

Model	71242
Deck Material	Steel
Type	Walk Behind
Product Type	Lawn Mower
Cutting Width	22 inches
Power Source	Gas
Fuel Capacity	0.25 gallons

Summary

Safety

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-on (Riding) Rotary Lawn Mowers

Safety guidelines for operating riding rotary lawn mowers.

Toro Riding Mower Safety

Gasoline and Oil

Recommended Gasoline

Type of gasoline recommended for the tractor.

Filling the Fuel Tank

Step-by-step instructions for filling the fuel tank.

Checking the Engine Oil Level

Procedure for checking the engine oil level.

Operation

Using the Parking Brake

Instructions on how to use the parking brake.

Setting the Parking Brake

Steps to engage the parking brake.

Releasing the Parking Brake

Steps to release the parking brake.

Using the Blade Control (PTO)

Engaging and disengaging power to the mower blades.

Engaging the Blades

Disengaging the Blades

Setting the Height of Cut

Starting the Engine

Procedure for starting the tractor engine.

Using the Safety Interlock System

Explanation of the tractor's safety interlock features.

Understanding the Safety Interlock System

How the safety interlock system prevents operation.

Testing the Safety Interlock System

Steps to verify the safety interlock system functions correctly.

Driving Forward or Backward

Stopping the Tractor

Maintenance

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Schedule of maintenance tasks by service interval.

Servicing the Engine Oil

Checking the Oil Level

How to check the engine oil level.

Changing the Oil

Procedure for changing the engine oil.

Changing the Oil Filter

Servicing the Battery

Removing the Battery

Installing the Battery

Servicing the Parking Brake

Checking the Parking Brake

Adjusting the Parking Brake

Greasing and Lubricating the Tractor

Servicing the Air Cleaner

Servicing the Spark Plug

Removing the Spark Plug

Checking the Spark Plug

Installing the Spark Plug

Checking the Tire Pressure

Replacing the Fuel Filter

Servicing the Transaxle Fluid

Servicing the Blades

Inspecting the Blades

Removing the Blades

Installing the Blades

Sharpening the Blades

Removing the Mower

Installing the Mower

Replacing the Blade Drive Belt

Removing the Blade Drive Belt

Installing the Blade Drive Belt

Leveling the Mower from Side-to-Side

Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope

Cleaning and Storage

Wiring Diagram

Troubleshooting

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