Operator's Manual

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FormNo.3381-667RevA

HoverPro450Machine

ModelNo.02603—SerialNo.314000001andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

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Summary of content (20 pages)

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Form No. 3381-667 Rev A HoverPro 450 Machine Model No. 02603—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction WARNING CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning 1 This product contains a chemical or chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the to meet safety, emission, and operating requirements, the actual engine horsepower on this class machine will be significantly lower. • Contents • Introduction .................................................................. 1 General Operation .................................................. 2 Slope Operation ...................................................... 2 Children.................................................................
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• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. • Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten • Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden • • • • objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. You could lose your footing or balance.
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Sound Pressure – After striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the lawnmower. This machine has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 91 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 2 dBA. The sound pressure level was determined according to the procedures outlined in EN 836. – If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally. – Whenever you leave the machine. – Before refueling.
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Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. 111-5393 1. Warning—Receive training on the product; read the Operator’s Manual. 4. Thrown object hazard; keep bystanders away from the machine. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade; 5.
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Setup 1 1 5 Assembling the Handle No Parts Required 3 Procedure 2 1. Slide 2 bushes into the frame (Figure 3). 4 1 2 g017328 3 Figure 4 1. Upper handle 4. U bolt 2. Hand wheel 3. Washer 5. Lower handle 5. Fit the U bolt through the upper and lower handle and secure it with a washer and a hand wheel (Figure 4). 4 5 6 g017333 Figure 3 1. Lower handle 2. Bushes 3. Nut 4. Frame 5. Bolt 6. Washers 2.
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6. Attach the throttle assembly to the outside of the handlebar and secure it with a nut and a pan screw (Figure 5). 1 3 2 g017332 Figure 6 1. The oil level is at its maximum. 3. The oil level is too low—add oil to the crankcase. 2. The oil level is too high—remove oil from the crankcase. Figure 5 3.
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Product Overview 3 4 Replacing the English Decal (for Chinese units only) 5 3 No Parts Required Procedure This decal replaces the original decal on your HoverPro unit. 6 Place the Chinese language decal so that it completely covers the original English language decal(Figure 8). 2 1 1 7 8 2 9 g019200 1 g017341 Figure 9 g019230 1. Fuel cap 6. Handlebar securing knob 2. Engine start 7. Exhaust guard 3. Throttle control 8. Engine cover 4. Engine stop handle 9. Dipstick 5.
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Operation Filling the Fuel Tank DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or machine directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object. • Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold. Wipe up spills. g017340 • Do not handle gasoline when smoking or around an open flame or sparks.
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6. If the oil level is low, slowly pour oil into the oil fill hole, wait 3 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick by wiping the dipstick clean and then inserting, but not screwing in, the oil fill cap into the hole. Note: Max. fill: 0.59 l (20 oz.) SAE 10W-30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher. Note: Fill the engine crankcase with oil until the dipstick indicates that the engine oil level is correct as shown in Figure 12.
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Starting the Engine 1. Place the throttle control to the choke position, ensure that the fuel switch is in the ‘On’ position. OFF ON g017329 g017346 Figure 16 Figure 14 4. Pull the recoil start handle. 2. Hold the engine stop handle against the handle. Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 2 1 g017334 Figure 15 1. Handle 2. Engine stop handle 3. Place your foot on the deck and tilt the machine towards you (Figure 16).
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Adjusting the Choke Use the throttle assembly to adjust the choke (Figure 17). 1 2 g017366 Figure 18 Operating Tips General Mowing Tips • Clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches, and other debris that the blade could hit. • Avoid striking solid objects with the blade. Never g017367 deliberately mow over any object. • If the machine strikes an object or starts to vibrate, Figure 17 1.
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• Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse the – Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath with each pass. clippings over the lawn for even fertilization. • If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try one or more of the following: Cutting Leaves – Replace the blade/line or have the blade sharpened. • After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need to make more than one pass over the leaves.
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Preparing for Maintenance 2 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 3 1 2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug (Figure 19) before performing any maintenance procedure. g017339 Figure 20 1. Cover 2. Latch tabs 3. Filter 2. Open the cover. 3. Remove the filter (Figure 20). 4. Inspect the filter, and replace it if it is damaged or excessively dirty. 5. Inspect the paper air filter. A. If the filter is damaged or is wet with oil or fuel, replace it. B.
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6. Return the machine to the operating position. 7. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill hole, wait 3 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick by wiping the dipstick clean and then inserting, but not screwing in, the oil fill cap into the hole. Note: Max. fill: 0.59 l (20 oz.), type: SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.
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Storage wrench and tighten the bolt securely. This bolt is very difficult to overtighten. Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Cleaning the Machine Preparing the Machine for Storage Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING WARNING The machine may dislodge material from under the machine housing. Gasoline vapors can explode. • Wear eye protection. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • Stay in the operating position (behind the handle).
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Troubleshooting Problem The engine does not start Possible Cause 1. The wire is not connected to the spark plug. 1. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 2. The fuel cap vent hole is plugged. 2. Clean the fuel cap vent hole or replace the fuel cap. 3. Check the spark plug and adjust the gap if necessary. Replace the spark plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked. 4. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. If the problem persists, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 3.
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The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee A Limited Warranty Conditions and Products Covered The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly warrant your Toro Commercial product (“Product”) to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for two years or 1500 operational hours*, whichever occurs first. This warranty is applicable to all products with the exception of Aerators (refer to separate warranty statements for these products).