Toro HoverPro 450 Operator's Manual
Serial no. 403230000/402000000 and up
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Model No. 02610—Serial No. 403230000 and Up
Model No. 02611—Serial No. 402000000 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.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com
for product safety and operation training materials,
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.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
1. Model and serial number plate
Model No.
Serial No.
© 2018—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
450 and 550 Machines
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Register at www.Toro.com.
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.
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code
Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on
any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered
land unless the engine is equipped with a spark
arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in
effective working order or the engine is constructed,
equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire.
This machine does not come equipped with a
spark arrester standard. You must install the
spark arrester kit before operating this machine in
California.
The enclosed engine owner's manual is supplied
for information regarding the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance,
and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through
the engine manufacturer.
For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross
g017365
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.
Original Instructions (EN)
Form No. 3425-134 Rev A
Operator's Manual
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Safety-alert symbol
All Rights Reserved *3425-134* A
Printed in the UK
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Page 1: Introduction
Safety-alert symbol Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. and serial numbers of your product ready. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Safety WARNING CALIFORNIA This machine has been designed in accordance with Proposition 65 Warning ANSI B71.4-2012. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of General Safety California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. -
Page 3: Safety And Instructional Decals
Safety and Instructional Decals Safety and instructional decals are easily visible and are located near areas of potential danger. Replace any damaged or missing decal. decal130-8322 130-8322 1. Use only fuel with an 3. Do not use fuel with an alcohol content by volume alcohol content by volume under 10%. -
Page 4: Setup
Setup Assembling the Handle No Parts Required decal94-8072 94-8072 1. Warning—cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, Procedure cutting mechanism. Slide 2 bushings into the frame. g017410 H295159 1. Engine stop (shut off) decal133-8062 133-8062 g017333 Figure 3 1. Lower handle 4. - Page 5 Note: Place the lower handle between the bushings with the kick stop assembly at the right side. Repeat for the opposite side. Align the holes on the upper handle with the lower handle. g209280 Figure 5 1. Nut 2. Pan screw g209291 Figure 4 1.
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Page 6: Installing The Footstop
Installing the Footstop Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required No Parts Required Procedure Procedure Important: Secure the footstop to the bolt on the right side of the Your machine does not come with oil lower handle using a nut and 2 washers (Figure in the engine. -
Page 7: Product Overview
Product Overview g017338 Figure 8 Wait 3 minutes for the oil to settle in the engine. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, but do not screw it in, then remove the dipstick. Read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure •... -
Page 8: Specifications
Specifications Fuel Safety Model Cutting width Product width DANGER 02610 46.5 cm (18-1/2 57.5 cm (22-1/2 Fuel is extremely flammable and highly inches) inches) explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel 02611 53.5 cm (21 inches) 63.5 cm (25 inches) can burn you and others and can damage property. -
Page 9: Checking The Engine-Oil Level
• Refer to your engine owner’s manual for additional If the oil level on the dipstick is too low information. (Figure 12), carefully pour a small amount of multigrade mineral SAE 10W-30 oil with an API series classification of SJ or higher into the oil-fill tube, wait 3 minutes, and repeat steps through... -
Page 10: Adjusting The Cutting Height
Keep away from the hot muffler. Note: The large spacer must be directly below • Use accessories and attachments approved by the impeller at all times. The Toro® Company only. Torque the blade bolt to 25 N∙m (18 ft-lb). -
Page 11: Starting The Engine
Slope Safety • Before operating on any slope, complete a site survey to determine the actual slope where you will operate the machine. • Avoid mowing on wet grass. Poor footing could cause a slip-and-fall accident. • Mow with caution near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. -
Page 12: Adjusting The Choke
Adjusting the Choke Shutting Off the Engine Use the throttle assembly to adjust the choke (Figure Service Interval: Before each use or daily 17). To shut off the engine, release the operator-presence control (Figure 18). Important: When you release the operator-presence control, both the engine and blade should stop within 3 seconds. -
Page 13: Operating Tips
Be aware of a potential fire hazard in very dry the cutting season begins. conditions, follow all local fire warnings, and keep • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro the machine free of dry grass and leaf debris. replacement blade. •... -
Page 14: After Operation
After Operation After Operating Safety General Safety • Clean grass and debris from the machine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills. • Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine in any enclosure. • Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water heater or on other appliances. -
Page 15: Maintenance
• To ensure optimum performance and continued safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty. -
Page 16: Preparing For Maintenance
Preparing for Maintenance Servicing the Air Filter Service Interval: Yearly WARNING Press down on the latch tabs on top of the Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to air-filter cover (Figure 20). leak. Fuel is flammable, explosive and can cause personal injury. -
Page 17: Changing The Engine Oil
Service Interval: Yearly—Service the spark plug and replace it if necessary. Refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap Use a Toro spark plug; contact an Authorized Service counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure 21). Dealer. -
Page 18: Replacing The Blade
Replacing the Blade the ratchet or wrench and tighten the bolt securely. This bolt is very difficult to Service Interval: Yearly overtighten. Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the blade properly. If you do not have a torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. -
Page 19: Storage
Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Machine for Storage WARNING Fuel vapors can explode. • Do not store fuel more than 30 days. • Do not store the machine in an enclosure near an open flame. •... -
Page 20: 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 hole in the fuel-cap vent is 2. Clean the hole in the fuel-cap vent or plugged. - Page 21 Notes:...
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- Page 23 While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.
- Page 24 Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada 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.