Why is my Toro 71286 engine overheating?
If your Toro Lawn tractor engine is overheating: * The engine load may be excessive; reduce the ground speed. * The oil level in the crankcase might be low; add oil to the crankcase. * The cooling fins and air passages under the engine blower housing could be plugged; remove the obstruction from the cooling fins and air passages.
Why does my Toro Lawn Mower engine lose power?
If your Toro Lawn Mower engine loses power, try shifting into a lower gear to reduce ground speed. Clean the air cleaner element and add oil to the crankcase. Also, remove any obstructions from the cooling fins and air passages. Install a new, correctly-gapped spark plug, and clean or replace the fuel cap. Finally, replace the fuel filter.
What to do if Toro Lawn Mower starter does not crank?
If the starter on your Toro Lawn Mower does not crank, push the blade control (PTO) to Disengaged and set the parking brake. Charge the battery and check the electrical connections for good contact. You might also need to replace the fuse.
How to fix uneven cutting height on Toro Lawn Mower?
If the cutting height of your Toro Lawn Mower is uneven, set the tire pressure and level the mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear. Clean the underside of the mower and adjust the gage wheels.
What to do if my Toro Lawn tractor engine will not start?
If your Toro Lawn tractor engine won't start, starts hard, or fails to keep running, there could be several reasons: * You may not be seated—sit on the seat. * The fuel tank might be empty—fill it with gasoline. * The air cleaner could be dirty—clean or replace the air cleaner element. * The spark plug wire might be loose—connect it to the spark plug. * The spark plug could be faulty—install a new, correctly gapped spark plug. * The choke may not be closing—adjust the throttle cable. * The fuel filter might be dirty—replace the fuel filter. * The idle speed may be too low—adjust the carburetor idle speed and idle mixture.
What to do if the blades do not rotate on my Toro Lawn tractor?
If the blades on your Toro Lawn tractor do not rotate: * The blade drive belt might be worn, loose, or broken; install a new blade drive belt. * The blade drive belt could be off of the pulley; install the blade drive belt and check the idler pulley and belt guides for the correct position.
What to do if my Toro 71286 does not drive?
If your Toro Lawn tractor isn't driving, first check if the drive control is in the Push position; if so, move it to the Operate position. If that doesn't solve the issue, the traction belt may be worn, loose, or broken, or it might be off of the pulley. In either of these cases, you should contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
What to do if my Toro Lawn tractor has an abnormal vibration?
If your Toro Lawn tractor has an abnormal vibration, check these potential causes: * The blades may be bent or unbalanced; install new blades. * The blade mounting bolt could be loose; tighten the blade mounting bolt. * The engine mounting bolts might be loose; tighten the engine mounting bolts. * A loose engine pulley, idler pulley, or blade pulley could be the issue; tighten the appropriate pulley.
What to do if my Toro Lawn tractor is cutting unevenly?
If your Toro Lawn tractor is cutting unevenly, check these: * The tire pressure might be incorrect; set the tire pressure. * The mower may not be level; level the mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear. * The underside of the mower could be dirty; clean the underside of the mower.
Why won't my Toro Lawn tractor starter crank?
If the starter on your Toro Lawn tractor doesn't crank, it could be due to a few reasons: * The blade control (PTO) might be engaged. Disengage the blade control (PTO). * The parking brake may not be on. Set the parking brake. * The battery could be dead. Charge the battery. * The electrical connections might be corroded or loose. Check the electrical connections for good contact. * A fuse could be blown. Replace the fuse.
General| Transmission | Hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 3 gal (11.4 L) |
| Deck Material | Steel |
| Turning Radius | 18 inches |
| Seat Type | High Back |
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