Toro 2603 Operator's Manual

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Model No. 02603—Serial No. 312000001 and Up

Introduction

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.com for

product and accessory information, help finding a dealer,

or to register your product.

Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts,

or additional information, contact an Authorized

Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have

the model and serial numbers of your product ready.

Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial

numbers on the product.

g017365

1. Model and serial number plate

Write the product model and serial numbers in the space

below:

8111 Lyndale Avenue South

Bloomington, MN 55420

Figure 1

Model No.

Serial No.

This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety

messages identified by the safety alert symbol (Figure 2),

which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury

or death if you do not follow the recommended

precautions.

1. Safety alert symbol

This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.

Important calls attention to special mechanical

information and Note emphasizes general information

worthy of special attention.

For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross

horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the

engine manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1349.

As configured to meet safety, emission, and operating

requirements, the actual engine horsepower on this class

machine will be significantly lower.

Safety

This cutting machine can amputate hands and feet

and throw objects. Failure to observe the following

safety instructions could result in serious injury or

death.

General Operation

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the

machine and in the manual(s) before starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with

the instructions, to operate this machine.

Form No. 3371-588 Rev B

Operator's Manual

Figure 2

Original Instructions (EN)

Printed in the UK

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Summary of Contents for Toro 2603

Page 1: General Operation
Form No. 3371-588 Rev B HoverPro 450 Model No. 02603—Serial No. 312000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction Model No. Read this information carefully to learn how to operate Serial No. and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage. You are responsible for operating This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety the product properly and safely.
Page 2: Slope Operation
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or not mow it. their property. • Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. •...
Page 3: General Service
• Never store the machine or fuel container where • Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or on a water heater or on other appliances.
Page 4: Sound Pressure
Sound Pressure 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. Sound Power This machine has a guaranteed sound power level of 100 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 2 dBA.
Page 5: Safety And Instructional Decals
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 4. Thrown object hazard; keep bystanders away from the Operator’s Manual. machine. 2.
Page 6: Assembling The Handle
Setup 4. Align the holes on the upper handle with the lower handle (Figure 4). Assembling the Handle No Parts Required Procedure 1. Slide 2 bushes into the frame (Figure 3). g017328 Figure 4 1. Upper handle 4. U bolt 2.
Page 7: Filling The Engine With Oil
6. Attach the throttle assembly to the outside of the handlebar and secure it with a nut and a pan screw (Figure 5). g017332 Figure 6 1. The oil level is at its 3. The oil level is too maximum. low—add oil to the crankcase.
Page 8: Product Overview
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.
Page 9: Checking The Engine Oil Level
Checking the Engine Oil Level Adjusting the Cutting Height Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING 1. Move the machine to a level surface. Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into 2. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury.
Page 10: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine 1. Place the throttle control to the choke position, ensure that the fuel switch is in the ‘On’ position. g017329 Figure 15 4. Pull the recoil start handle. Note: If the machine does not start after several g017346 attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Page 11: Adjusting The Choke
• For best performance, install a new blade before the Stopping the Engine cutting season begins. Service Interval: Before each use or daily • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade. To stop the engine, release the blade control bar (Figure 17).
Page 12: Cutting Leaves
– Raise the cutting height on your machine. WARNING – Cut the grass more frequently. Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade. Mow only in dry – Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full conditions.
Page 13: Preparing For Maintenance
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 18) before performing any maintenance procedure. g017339 Figure 19 1. Cover 3. Filter 2. Latch tabs 2.
Page 14: Servicing The Spark Plug
Important: Replace a cracked, fouled, or 4. Remove the dipstick. dirty spark plug. Do not clean the electrodes 5. Tip the machine onto its side, with the dipstick down, because grit entering the cylinder can damage to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube. the engine.
Page 15: Cleaning The Machine
5. Install the new blade (turn the blade bolt clockwise) 3. Prime the engine and start it again. and all mounting hardware. 4. Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry. Important: Position the curved ends of the blade to point toward the machine housing.
Page 16: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine does not start 1. The wire is not connected to the spark 1. Connect the wire to the spark plug. plug. 2. The fuel cap vent hole is plugged. 2. Clean the fuel cap vent hole or replace the fuel cap.
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Page 20: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee
Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.

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