Stopping the Machine
If you must stop the forward motion of the machine
while mowing, a clump of grass clippings may
drop onto your lawn. T o avoid this, move onto a
previously cut area with the blades engaged or you
can disengage the mower deck while moving forward.
Keeping the Underside of the
Mower Deck Clean
Clean clippings and dirt from the underside of the
mower deck after each use. If grass and dirt build up
inside the mower deck, cutting quality will eventually
become unsatisfactory .
Maintaining the Blade(s)
Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting season
because a sharp blade cuts cleanly without tearing or
shredding the grass blades. T earing and shredding
turns grass brown at the edges, which slows growth
and increases the chance of disease. Check the
mower blades after each use for sharpness, and
for any wear or damage. File down any nicks and
sharpen the blades as necessary . If a blade is
damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a
genuine T oro replacement blade.
After Operation
After Operation Safety
General Safety
• Shut of f the engine, remove the key , and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operator ’ s position. Allow the machine to cool
before servicing, adjusting, fueling, cleaning, or
storing it.
• Clean grass and debris from the cutting unit,
muf er , drives, grass catcher , and engine
compartment to help prevent res. Clean up oil or
fuel spills.
• Shut of f the fuel and remove the key before storing
or transporting the machine.
Using the Fuel-Shutoff
V alve
The fuel-shutof f valve is located under the seat. Move
the seat forward to access it.
Close the fuel-shutof f valve for transport, maintenance,
and storage.
Ensure that the fuel-shutof f valve is open when
starting the engine.
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1. O N position 2. O FF position
Using the
Drive-Wheel-Release
V alves
W ARNING
Hands may become entangled in the rotating
drive components below the engine deck,
which could result in serious injury .
Shut off the engine, remove the key , and allow
all moving parts to stop before accessing the
drive-wheel-release valves.
W ARNING
The engine and hydraulic-drive units can
become very hot. T ouching a hot engine or
hydraulic-drive units can cause severe burns.
Allow the engine and hydraulic-drive units
to cool completely before accessing the
drive-wheel-release valves.
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