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Form No. 3384-539 Rev A 18in Dethatcher Model No. 23513—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Model No. 33513—Serial No. 314000001 and Up g025335 *3384-539* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product Important calls attention to special mechanical information and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special your product.
Contents Safety Improper use or maintenance by the operator or Introduction ..............2 owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential Safety ................3 for injury, comply with these safety instructions and Safe Operating Practices........... 3 always pay attention to the safety alert symbol, which Slope Indicator ............
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Use extreme care when loading or unloading the machine tightened. Replace all worn or damaged decals. into a trailer or truck. • Use only Toro-approved attachments. The warranty • Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, may be voided if the machine is used with unapproved or other objects that may obscure vision.
Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 3 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 20 degrees. Use the slope chart to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 20 degrees. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope.
Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. 117–4979 93–7321 1. Warning—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in 1.
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127–4061 1. Cutting blades 4. Hold the handle to start the engine. 2. Fast 5. Release the handle to stop the engine. 3. Slow...
Setup Product Overview Unfolding the Handle 1. Raise the handle to the operating position (Figure 4). g025337 Figure 5 1. Operator-presence bail 4. Fuel tank 2. Handle 5. Depth-control lever 3. Throttle-control lever 6. Recoil-starter handle g025336 Figure 4 Controls 2.
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Recoil Starter Pull the recoil starter handle to start engine (Figure 6). Fuel Shutoff Valve Close the fuel shutoff valve when transporting or storing the machine (Figure 6). Choke Lever Before starting a cold engine, move the choke lever forward. After the engine starts, regulate the choke to keep the engine running smoothly.
Approved attachments and accessories are available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories.
Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Stop the engine, disengage the flail blades, and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2.
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• Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel containers DANGER over the winter unless a fuel stabilizer is used. In certain conditions during fueling, static • Do not add oil to gasoline. electricity can be released, causing a spark which can ignite the gasoline vapors.
Operating the Machine 5. Install the fuel tank cap securely. 6. Wipe up any spilled gasoline. 1. Move the depth control lever to the desired setting. 2. Start the engine. Starting and Stopping the 3. Push down on the handle to raise the front wheels off Engine the ground.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 25 hours • Check the engine oil level. • Clean debris from the machine. • Inspect the air cleaner elements. • Check the belt tension. If the engine is working but flails seem underpowered, Before each use or daily check belt tension •...
Engine Maintenance 10. Clean the foam element in warm, soapy water or in a nonflammable solvent. Note: Do not use gasoline to clean the foam element Servicing the Air Cleaner because it could create a risk of fire or explosion. Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the air 11.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 3. Raise the front wheels a few inches off the ground and 3. Move the fuel shutoff valve to the Off position. place a pan under the drain plug to catch the oil. 4.
Belt Maintenance Checking the Belt Tension Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the belt tension. If the engine is working but flails seem underpowered, check belt tension 1. Stop the machine on a level surface, stop the engine, disconnect the spark-plug wire, and raise the flail blades Figure 18 to the highest position.
Maintaining the Flail Blades Inspecting the Flail Blades Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the flail blades for wear or damage. When the flail blades are worn down and are no longer functioning properly; refer to Replacing the Flail Blades (page 18).
Storage 1. Raise the flail blades, stop the machine, stop the engine, and disconnect the spark-plug wire. 2. Remove dirt and grime from the entire machine. Important: You can wash the machine with mild detergent and water. Do not pressure wash the machine.
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5. Check the engine-oil level; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 11). 6. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline; refer to Filling the Fuel Tank (page 12). 7. Connect the wire to the spark-plug.
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Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.