Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsWalk-Behind MowersHoverPro 550 Machine

FormNo.3371-450RevC

HoverPro

450/500/550

ModelNo.02602—SerialNo.312000001andUp

ModelNo.02604—SerialNo.312000001andUp

ModelNo.02606—SerialNo.312000001andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperate

andmaintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoid

injuryandproductdamage.Youareresponsiblefor

operatingtheproductproperlyandsafely.Keepthis

manualforfuturereference.

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Contents

Introduction...............................................................1

Safety.......................................................................2

GeneralOperation..............................................2

SlopeOperation.................................................2

Children..............................................................3

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OriginalInstructions(EN)

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Summary of content (20 pages)

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Form No. 3371-450 Rev C HoverPro® 450/500/550 Model No. 02602—Serial No. 312000001 and Up Model No. 02604—Serial No. 312000001 and Up Model No. 02606—Serial No. 312000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction Model No. Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage. You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. Keep this manual for future reference. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.
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• Do not pull machine backward unless absolutely Service ............................................................... 3 Sound Pressure.................................................. 4 Sound Power...................................................... 4 Vibration ............................................................. 4 Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 5 Setup ........................................................................ 7 1 Assembling the Handle .............
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• When using the HoverPro, always keep both • If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing hands on the handlebar. • • When cutting steep slopes from the top of the slope and a longer reach is needed, never tie the HoverPro to a rope, use the extended handlebar kit option. immediately. Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely. WARNING Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you. Children Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed area.
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• • • • • • • • • Measured vibration level for the right hand = 6.2 m/s2 (model 02602), 4.3 m/s2 (model 02604), 4.7 m/s2 (model 02606). – Before checking, cleaning, or working on the machine. – After striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the HoverPro. – 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. decal111-5392 111-5392 (model 02602) 1. Warning—Receive training on the product; read the Operator’s Manual. 4. Thrown object hazard; keep bystanders at least 15m (49ft) from the machine. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, Flexiblade line; disconnect the wire from the spark plug before working on the machine; never fit metal cutting parts. 5.
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decal94-8072 94-8072 1. Warning—cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, cutting mechanism. g017414 1. Choke 2. Engine symbol g017409 H295124 1. Instruction for orientation of the machine for servicing the cutting mechanism and draining oil. g017410 H295159 1. Engine stop 6 3.
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Setup 3. Repeat for the opposite side. 4. Align the holes on the upper handle with the lower handle. 1 Assembling the Handle No Parts Required Procedure 1. Slide 2 bushes into the frame. g017328 Figure 4 g017333 Figure 3 1. Lower handle 2. Bushes 3. Nut 2. 4. Frame 5. Bolt 6. Washers Place the lower handle between the bushes and secure it with 1 handlebar bolt, 2 washers, and 1 nut. Note: Place the lower handle between the bushes with the kick stop assembly on the right hand side. 7 1.
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g017332 Figure 6 1. The oil level is at its maximum. g017337 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. 2 Filling the Engine with Oil 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 (Figure 7).
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Product Overview 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. • Do not handle gasoline when smoking or around an open flame or sparks.
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Adjusting the Cutting Height Checking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. 3. Insert, but do not screw in, the dipstick into the oil fill hole. 4. Remove the dipstick and check it. • Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 5. To determine the proper oil level on the dipstick, refer to Figure 11).
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g017331 Figure 13 1. Spacers 4. Flexiblade 2. Retaining bolt 5. Retaining bolt g017334 Figure 15 3. Bolt 1. Handle Note: The large spacer must be positioned directly below the impeller at all times. 3. 2. Engine stop handle Place your foot on the deck and tilt the machine towards you (Figure 16). Starting the Engine 1. Place the throttle control to the choke position, ensure that the fuel switch is in the ‘On’ position. g017329 g017346 Figure 16 Figure 14 2. 4.
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Adjusting the Choke Use the throttle assembly to adjust the choke (Figure 17). g017366 Figure 18 Operating Tips General Mowing Tips WARNING Operating the machine on slopes of greater than 45° will cause severe engine damage due to a lack of lubrication. Some of the potential damage could include stuck valves, scored pistons, or burned crank bearings. • Before operating on any slope, complete a site survey to determine the actual slope where you will operate the machine.
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setting (02602/02604) or 32 mm (1.25 inch) setting (02606) unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height. – Replace the blade/line or have the blade sharpened. – Walk at a slower pace while mowing. – Raise the cutting height on your machine. • Mowing grass over 15 cm (6 inches) in length is – Cut the grass more frequently. not recommended. If the grass is too long, the machine may plug and cause the engine to stall.
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Preparing for Maintenance 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 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 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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5. Important: Replace a cracked, fouled, or Tip the machine onto its side, with the dipstick down, to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube. 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. dirty spark plug. Do not clean the electrodes because grit entering the cylinder can damage the engine.
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4. Remove the blade (turn the blade bolt counterclockwise), saving all the mounting hardware. 5. Install the new blade (turn the blade bolt clockwise) and all mounting hardware. Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Machine for Storage Important: Position the curved ends of the blade to point toward the machine housing. 6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to 25 N-m (18 ft-lb). WARNING Important: A bolt torqued to 25 N-m (18 Gasoline vapors can explode.
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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).