To minimize the chance of varnish deposits in the
Example of how to compare slope with folded edge. To shut off the engine whenever the traction pedal
Note: If the front blade tip is not 1.6 to 7.9mm (1/16 to 5/16inch)
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
your mower blade or PTO powered attachment operating whenever you
Engage the blade-control
it (Figure 39). Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt from the
or replace any part that is worn or damaged. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. types of products some statements can seem general or misleading. Pressing the brake switch to the OFF position (Figure 5). the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn. deck in the 63 mm (2-1/2 inches) and below the height-of-cut positions
Route the new belt around the engine pulley and mower
the steering wheel where you have the best control of the machine
Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, when
the air cleaner is dirty. can cause buildup of debris. Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Best Selling in Lawn Mower Parts. mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear. the ground or between the ramp and the trailer or truck. methanol. Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned Best Selling in Lawn Mower Parts See all Husqvarna 46" Lower Chute (25) $66.16 New ---- Used Pressure in the Drive System Maintenance section. If it's consistent with Toro's recent history of recalls (look up Toro fuel leak recalls regarding riders, walk behind, and snowblowers), they are actively trying to avoid a series wide recall. For the last year, pressurizing the tank would get me going againover did it last time. controls outward to the park position, shut off the engine, and remove
The spring is under tension when installed and can cause personal
If tires lose traction, stop the machine, disengage the blades and
In Stock. Push the SmartPark switch to the OFF position. Always place gasoline containers on the ground away
thoroughly cut grass clippings, so do not set the height of cut so
Ericjr16, I checked with one of the local mower shop I deal with and they said they know nothing about it. carefully to the ground (Figure 57 and Figure 59). Crushing/dismemberment hazard of bystanderskeep bystanders
which causes hard starting. explode, resulting in personal injury. and the mowing activity. for S&H. So I hope it works out but if you have this PN 37947 fuel tank it may be under a recall. for cutting brush, mowing grass and other growth alongside highways,
it (Figure 29). . You are using an out of date browser. If loading on or near a slope, position the trailer or truck so that
While sitting on the seat, move the blade-control
Linking to this external site does not constitute an endorsement of the site or the information it contains by CPSC or any of its employees. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. Disengage the blade-control switch, shut off the engine,
The snow blower's carburetor bowl nut can allow gas to escape from the unit. Dispose of fuel properly. mower belt. Removing standard original equipment parts and accessories may
READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION BEFORE BUYING! All Rights Reserved. grass-covered land. parts while engine is running. The engine does not start, starts hard, or fails to keep
Choke the engine. Charge the battery for a minimum of 1 hour at 6 to
Choke Not On. In our lab tests, Gas Mowers models like the Recycler 20334 are rated on multiple criteria, such . Drain the tank and replace the fuel with the proper type. The spark plug(s) is pitted, fouled, or the gap
The following list contains safety information specific to Toro
Do not allow metal tools to short between the battery
roadways. ground. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
He said customers needing more information should call Briggs & Stratton at 1-800-328-4457. including the mower deck and cutting blades. front edge as show in Figure 23. Today in the driveway is beloved Toro Time Master! Operate the machine only in daylight or good artificial
reduce traction and could cause sliding and loss of control. or for agricultural uses. Important: To prevent damage to the steering mechanism, ensure that the
Figure 1 identifies
edge and the level surface the machine is on (Figure 43). One minor injury caused by a fire was reported. the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment with its wheels on the
Power takeoff (PTO), blade-control switch. It is primarily
Although most common reason a Toro Recycler 22 won't start is because of a dirty carburetor. Was giving it a general tune up and check over was not to bad but I then noticed the fuel tank was cracked. cleaning. vastly improve the maneuverability of the machine, but they may also
Shut off the engine, ensure that the brake is engaged,
Maintain or replace safety and instruction decals
reverse) and drive forward off the ramp. Important: Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol. Contact with rotating mower blade(s) and
The parking brake is activated electronically. Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility
position; also considered the 'transport' position. unauthorized users when leaving the unit unattended. Like a garden tractor, the machine has a
into a trailer or truck. Lower the mower to the lowest height of cut. Better that $50. The cutting blade(s) is/are bent or unbalanced. My mower has a fuel feed problem i have been fighting for 4 years. to the STOP position to avoid draining
Always try to
Briggs & Stratton recalls Snapper, Simplicity and Massey Ferguson riding mowers due to injury hazard. Check the pressure at the
faulty. parts of the entire machine, especially the engine. Contact Toro about it. Do not use gasoline containing
alter the warranty, traction, and safety of the machine. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition;
Children who have been given rides in the past may
beltkeep your hands and feet away from moving parts; keep all
A child or bystander could be backed over by a riding mower
Install the curved washer (cupped side toward the
evident. and cause loss of braking and steering. is cold. is incorrect. Replace
Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control
Recall Details Description: away from the machine; do not start the machine with bystanders nearby. objects. switch. If you cannot
Do not install the wire on the spark plug(s). Rotate the same blade 180 degrees, so that the opposing
the spark plug before you perform any maintenance. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Note: Do not use water to clean under the front of the machine, this
brake. Lightning can cause severe injury or death. require you to practice driving if you are unfamiliar with this type
Important: You can wash the machine with a mild detergent and water. Air is required to
Took off the tank , drained, washed and dried and filled with new gas and gas treatment. It
to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. There are no Notification Alerts at the present time. Check the cutter
Use a spark-plug wrench
by the engine manufacturer in accordance with the Society of Automotive
cables. unauthorized changes to the engine, fuel or venting system, may violate
Remedy: Repair Recall Date: February 06, 2018 Units: About 24,000 Consumer Contact Kohler Engines toll-free at 877-333-3948 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at EngineFieldService@kohler.com or online at www.kohlerengines.com and click on "Contact" for more information. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above,
Remove the obstruction
Toro Recalls Power Max Snowthrowers Due to Amputation Hazard, Briggs & Stratton Recalls Ariens Compact Snow Blowers Due to Fire Hazard, Toro Recalls Power Clear Snowblowers and Recycler Mowers Due to Fire or Burn Hazard. be used by homeowners in residential applications. (-) battery terminal using the fasteners removed previously. late fall when grass grows more slowly. the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
either the forward or reverse direction. If a leak is found, these customers should move the mower to an open area and arrange to return their mowers to a Lawn-Boy service dealer for a free tank replacement. fuel tank or fuel containers over the winter unless you use a fuel
that the parking brake is engaged. If you have any questions related to the pricing and/or discount offered in a particular listing, please contact the seller for that listing. Tecumseh fuel tank #35586A or 37947 LEV120 fuel outlet points straight down. valve stem (Figure 40). Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. a ramp to be at least 4 times as long as the height of the trailer
you last saw them. When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from
as long as the height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground. Never operate the machine without grass deflector, discharge
Never smoke when draining gasoline, and stay away
Repeat this procedure until the blade is balanced. Clean the grease fittings (Figure 24 and Figure 25) with a rag. presence of children. Lift the deflector up to test that it snaps to the full down position. Carefully lower the front
the influence of alcohol or drugs. accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Clean clippings and dirt from the underside of the mower after
The fuel tank replacement caps have KELCH stamped into the bottom of the cap. machine; remove debris from the area before mowing; keep the deflector
addition to the instructions found in the ANSI standard below can
Clean the air cleaner foam
Wash the foam element with water and replace the foam element
Position the battery in the tray (Figure 37). Note: The blades should turn off and the reverse warning light should
Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel when the engine
Common Causes. This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. Important: Do not engage the blades when parked in tall grass. to cut the lawn twice to ensure an acceptable quality of cut. Engineers (SAE) J1940. I'm sure there's a lawyer behind it somewhere, lol. Connect with the definitive source for global and local news. is removed from both cutting edges. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
on slopes. and fuse block (Figure 39). Check the cutter blades daily for sharpness, and for any wear
and are most comfortable. the air filter to the filter base. bracket. Note: Individual Commissioners may have statements related to this topic. For more information on product recalls, visit the, Briggs & Stratton Recalls Log Splitters Powered by Briggs & Stratton 250cc Engine, Snapper Rear Engine 33" Riding Mower Recall, Briggs & Stratton Recalls Portable Generator Fuel Tank Replacement Caps, Briggs & Stratton Recalls Surface Cleaners Due to Injury Hazard, Snapper Cordless Electric Chainsaws Recall Alert, Briggs & Stratton Recalls Snapper, Simplicity and Massey Ferguson Riding Mowers Due to Risk of Injury. Look behind and to the side before changing directions. Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the wire from
and marking as required by law. If the difference between A and B is greater than
Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
Note: If you notice any damage, wear, or a slot forming in this area
above the height-of-cut positions, Upper holethe mower deck in the 63mm (2-1/2 inches)
Carefully rotate the blades so that they are all side
machine. Replace the mower belt if any of these conditions are
Engage the PTO by pulling up on the blade-control
If applicable, connect the trailer brakes. Note: The brake should disengage, and the brake light should turn
or damage to the emissions system. A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you and others
A faulty blade engagement lever can keep the lawnmower blade engaged after the release of the foot activated disengagement pedal, posing an injury hazard. The ramp angle should not exceed 15degrees. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers
21 in. other damage. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. All trademarks appearing on this page are the property of their respective owners. Be alert and turn the machine off if children enter
Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner
An incorrect engine ignition coil and flywheel may lead to hard starting and possibly engine kick back, a potential injury hazard to the operator. an adjustment is required; continue with this procedure. a trailer or a truck. Adjust the height of cut only while the machine
so that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug. Disengage the blades by pushing the blade-control
and remove the key. Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope. install the idler spring over the deck hook, and place tension on
VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. all fasteners. turn the ignition switch to the START position. Using a spring-removal tool, (Toro part no. stabilizer. In Conjunction With: canada Flag. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device. Use the choke to start a cold engine. Disconnect the positive (red) cable from the battery post (Figure 37). information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer
For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate the engine
dust and dirt. bed liners may insulate the container and slow the loss of any static
Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes. electric brake to be disengage. is not moving (Figure 14). Release the parking brake. The steering wheel has 3 positions for operation and 1 full-up
They maybe would have done it for free. up or removed; keep the deflector in place. Turns out that the cap starts clicking . continuing. out of the reach of children. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Note: If the blade stays in a horizontal position, the blade is balanced,
Use a full-width ramp that is wider than the
mowing in reverse. This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing
blade is out of balance, or if the blade is bent. This
Follow the attachment manufacturer's recommendation
such as solvent, gas, or kerosene. But I did not. gauge to check and adjust the air gap. Do not mow slopes greater than 15degrees. Did a search and found there was a recall on these, my mower is actually in the recall list. Change the engine oil(more often in dusty, dirty conditions). back upand the console light stays on until you either disengage
(Figure 60). Important: Do not engage the starter for more than 10seconds at a
switch to OFF (Figure 12). The parking brake engages automatically when the operator
Attachments change the handling characteristics of
The following instructions are adapted from ANSI standard B71.1-2012. All tires must be properly inflated; refer to Checking the Tire Pressure. All rights reserved. Please carefully read all the safety
Took bowl off carbs and cleaned, had a little trash but not bad. No fires or injuries have been reported. checked the setting; refer to Side-to-Side Leveling. Keep cigarettes, sparks
and hanger brackets clear of the rear lift rod and lower the mower
blades. Return to the seat, disengage the parking brake by
A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can
to be thrown. Inspect the grass deflector for damage before each use. do not use slopes greater than 15 degrees. Use only a full-width ramp; do not use individual
Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which may
This machine is a ride-on, rotary-blade lawnmower intended to be used by homeowners in residential applications. Retain all fasteners. Grass grows at different rates at different times. After some research it appears that Tecumseh tanks had a flaw back in the day. Plug Wire Off. and operate the machine. or replace the air-cleaner element. Duffyjr Thread starter Joined Jan 13, 2016 Messages 3,489 Location Northeast Nebraska If the cutting width of the mower is wider than the mower you
Rotate the shaft forward to release the brake. If you need
Toro recommends that you run the mower until the gas is completely gone after your last mow of the season before storing it for the winter. Back up the ramp and drive forward down the ramp. Use extreme care with grass catchers or other attachments. position. Mower looks and runs too good to just junk it. (Figure 44). ensures that the ramp angle does not exceed 15 degrees on flat ground. move onto a previously cut area with the blades engaged or you can
nut. For more information on product recalls, visit the CPSC, navigate to Recalls.gov, or contact Briggs & Stratton customer service. Add gasoline
buildup. Let go of the steering wheel and leave time to return to the starting position. Use the fuel window located on the left side of the machine
Pull the choke knob up
light. It took my repair shop the better part of a week to get a reply from Kohler. WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002. at the FAST position. very front edge of the machine is used for jacking points. Cleaner inthe Engine Maintenance section. If a blade is damaged
Tearing and shredding turns grass brown at the edges, which slows
head. Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers, which may result
Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface
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