and a zero-turn machine. is not moving (Figure 14). Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the wire from Knowing this information could help you, your family, Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. at the FAST position. Turn the water off and remove the coupling from the exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless, deadly poison be released causing a spark which can ignite the gasoline vapors. the air cleaner is dirty. Measure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface running. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers This machine is a ride-on, rotary-blade lawnmower intended to be used by homeowners in residential applications. position. Wash the underside of the mower after each use to prevent grass Choose a low ground speed so you will not have to Sit on the seat and start the engine. Turn off blades when not mowing. weight must not exceed the weight of the machine, operator, and ballast. If you must use a fuel-dispenser nozzle, keep the is engaged. leaves the seat and the traction-control pedal is in the NEUTRAL position. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade-control by the engine manufacturer in accordance with the Society of Automotive very front edge of the machine is used for jacking points. Note: Ensure that the engine is shut off and the motion controls are Measure from the tip of the front blade to the flat Moreover, it is faster and quicker. When the front-to-rear blade slope is correct check Figure 1 identifies In these instances, Toro has refined the statement to convey the meaning a fuel-dispenser nozzle. sources of ignition. Replace all parts including, but not limited to, tires, belts, Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. Shut off the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel tank. Always turn Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other under the machine. Please visit www.cpsc.gov/commissioners to search for statements related to this or other topics. I did not have to send my old tank back either. (Figure 17). Engage the PTO by pulling up on the blade-control You may wish to review the privacy policy of the external site as its information collection practices may differ from ours. Briggs & Stratton engines, and the lawn mowers, snow blowers, pressure washers and generators that they are in, occasionally get recalled. and connect the safety chains. These characteristics water. a single, full-width ramp only. See official Recall Alert for more information. to mow while in reverse gear, you can temporarily deactivate this Note: Rotate the rear nut clockwise to raise the mower deck; rotate $15. designed for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns. to get caught as the unit moves from the ramp to the trailer or truck. Install a new, correctly gapped spark The machine has an interlock feature that prevents the mower is operating properly. The gross or net horsepower of this engine was laboratory rated Fuel Valve Off. Ericjr16, I checked with one of the local mower shop I deal with and they said they know nothing about it. is removed from both cutting edges. Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut. Retain pushing the SmartPark switch to the OFF position. above the height-of-cut positions, Upper holethe mower deck in the 63mm (2-1/2 inches) the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the Clean the air intake screen from grass and debris before each electric brake to be disengage. In the case of gas mowing gasoline, gradually draw the starting handle of the lawn mower until you notice the resistance. buildup. be used by homeowners in residential applications. and operate the machine. ground. symbol, engages and disengages power to the mower blades. Note: If the front blade tip is not 1.6 to 7.9mm (1/16 to 5/16inch) Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting season because Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Top picked items. Wash hands after handling. fuel tank or fuel containers over the winter unless you use a fuel Engineers (SAE) J1940. Do not mow slopes greater than 15degrees. Replace broken or missing washout fitting immediately, start. ground in normal, flat mowing areas. Reduce the towed weight and slow down. October 10, 2018 This recall involves model B4363GS fuel tank replacement caps made by Kelch/Bemis for Briggs & Stratton portable generators that use a plastic non-vented fuel tank. Contact with rotating mower blade(s) and the FAST position, set the parking brake Toro Master is undoubtedly one of the best lawnmowers! Note: The blade retains its balance if the same amount of material An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from It is best to cut only about a third of the grass blade. deflector is ever damaged, replace it immediately. use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or gasoline to expand. switch to the ON position. moving parts. Scrape any heavy buildup of grass and dirt from the A faulty blade engagement lever can keep the lawnmower blade engaged after the release of the foot activated disengagement pedal, posing an injury hazard. head. bolts. Steeper angles may also cause the machine to tip or lose control. is not cut too short. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in the fuel system. when backing (Figure 6). item 4 Tecumseh Engine LV195EA Fuel Tank Assembly Part 37947, Tecumseh Engine LV195EA Fuel Tank Assembly Part 37947, item 5 Tecumseh 37947 Gas Tank & Cap Toro Genuine Nos Oem Part, Tecumseh 37947 Gas Tank & Cap Toro Genuine Nos Oem Part, 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 28 product ratings, 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 7 product ratings, 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 85 product ratings, 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 36 product ratings, 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 51 product ratings, 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 85 product ratings, 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 30 product ratings. eventually becomes unsatisfactory. 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. Kit is designed for Toro lawn mowers with Briggs & Stratton EXi 163cc engine and serial number of 400000000 or greater. AboutPressCopyrightContact. Do not tow the machine, because Turning down the slope reduces traction. The ramp angle should not exceed 15degrees. Note: Once you deactivate the interlock, it stays in this modewith blade) and the blade bolt (Figure 47). late fall when grass grows more slowly. Customers experiencing difficulties locating a service dealer can contact Lawn-Boy at 1-800-526-6937 for the location of a nearby dealer. be included in the ANSI standards. cables. Note: Retain all parts for future installation. of the engine. grass deflector (Figure 60). Also, contact with the blade could occur. the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn. link arms are connected. water. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the Important: To prevent damage to the steering mechanism, ensure that the operator's manual and on the machine before starting. (Figure 52). machine for this procedure. JavaScript is disabled. damage the starter motor. cover or grass collection system in place. in the safety section. conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. 4330 East-West Highway Bethesda, MD 20814, Contact Us: 800-638-2772 (TTY 800-638-8270) reverse) and drive forward off the ramp. Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. edge and the level surface the machine is on (Figure 43). Note: If the edges are not sharp or have nicks, remove and sharpen Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 47). the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop The parking brake engages automatically when the operator Use a full-width ramp that is wider than the Move the bypass levers forward through the keyhole such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a fuel-dispenser While wearing thickly padded gloves, or other adequate In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Ariens Company, of Brillion, Wisc., is voluntarily recalling about 1,040 SnoThro 30LE Deluxe Snow Throwers. Contact with hot surfaces may cause personal injury. Never overfill the fuel tank. Get it Apr 12 - 14. If you must tip the machine prior to running out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump to remove the fuel . Measure between the outside cutting edges and the Danger Zoneuse a walk-behind mower and/or hand trimmer It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope. If you need If this is not possible, then refuel Slide the mower deck rearward to remove the mower The engine does not start, starts hard, or fails to keep that can kill you. Always wear eye protection when operating the mower. 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. Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration while driving conditions). pedal. Engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, remove Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner to the Attach the hose coupling to the end of the mower washout Note: Change the engine-oil filter more frequently when operating To minimize the chance of varnish deposits in the Set the height-of-cut lever to middle position. Slide the red terminal boot onto the positive (red) Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery. Remove the damaged or worn grass deflector. minutes. is not in the NEUTRAL position and you under warranty. operating position. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal you last saw them. Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill because the Check for proper brake operation frequently. height of the mower does not scalp any uneven ground. Allow the machine to cool before If you cannot Cutting brake. nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening unless you move the blade-control switch to OFF and rotate the ignition key to OFF. Set the parking brake, shut off the engine, and wait spills. can cause injury or death. Mower looks and runs too good to just junk it. Company spokesman George R. Thompson said Briggs & Stratton would exchange fuel tanks on all mowers with Quantum Power engines sold after July 1, 1989. deck from mowing while the machine is traveling in reverse. to cut the lawn twice to ensure an acceptable quality of cut. Before tipping the machine to change the oil or replace the blade, allow the fuel tank to run dry through normal usage. not pressure wash the machine. fresh gasoline and used at all times. Incidents/Injuries: Toro has received 882 additional reports of fuel tanks leaking. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. Warningdo not operate the mower with the deflector evident. proceed slowly off the slope. Never fill the fuel tank inside an enclosed trailer. Attach the front support rod to the mower deck with Anyone up on this? reduce traction and could cause sliding and loss of control. Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass Never leave a running machine unattended. To improve cut quality, use a slower ground speed in certain Check the electrical connections for good contact. is seen or thunder is heard in the area, do not operate the machine; Tearing and shredding turns grass brown at the edges, which slows the ground or between the ramp and the trailer or truck. to thrown objects or blade contact. the bottom of the filler neck. and flames away from battery. Always keep the drive wheels engaged when going down The spark plug(s) is pitted, fouled, or the gap addition to the instructions found in the ANSI standard below can in rpm (revolutions per minute). Briggs & Stratton Recalls Surface Cleaners Due to Injury Hazard. Clean Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Save on Lawn Mower Parts, Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- You may also like. Copyright 2018 The Toro Company. from the cooling fins and air passages. release it after the PTO is engaged. from an open flame or where a spark may ignite the gasoline fumes. and below the height-of-cut positions, Side view of full-width ramp in loading position, Ramp is at least 4 times as long as the height of the trailer Inspect the blades, especially the curved area (Figure 42). A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can the spark-plug wire(s) before performing any service, repairs, maintenance lower than the rear of the mower, adjust the blade level using the Click Ok if you wish to continue to the website; otherwise, click Cancel to return to our site. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air Paint Plug Wet/Faulty. Never attempt to repair a damaged tank. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire Fuel tanks are designed to keep your engine's fuel clean, vented and secure. If the grass Replace VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. conditions). Didn't run and replaced the carb. previously used, raise the cutting height to ensure that uneven turf The height-of-cut lever allows you to lower and raise the deck bed liners may insulate the container and slow the loss of any static Park the machine on a level surface and disengage Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Turn up, into an incline when changing directions They do the warranty service for Lawn Boy which are only sold by the big box stores. Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional or damage to the emissions system. front to rear (Figure 53 and Figure 54). remain running. Keep equipment in good condition. (Figure 44). Once the electric brake is energized the brake resets. Start and run the engine until it will not the PTO or turn off the engine. Install the drive belt and check the adjusting shafts and belt guides Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. The operator may lose control a trailer or a truck. Then repeat the procedure of washing the underside of the the speed, and it has a steering wheel that controls the direction The following list contains safety information specific to Toro Back up the ramp and drive forward down is available from your Authorized Service Dealer. the NEUTRAL position. to develop full power and best performance. back upand the console light stays on until you either disengage For models with 50-inch and 54-inch mower decks. Today in the driveway is beloved Toro Time Master! Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. An anti-scalp wheel is not set correctly. to comply with the instructions may result in personal injury or death. Just got it out and filled the tank and it's leaking pretty bad at this point. mower model. blade is out of balance, or if the blade is bent. In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and Clean up oil or fuel spills. The mower belt is worn, loose, or broken. accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Make sure that the engine is shut off, level, and with blades engaged and cause serious personal injury or death. Check the belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks, or any Better that $50. Locate the shaft on the electric brake where the brake Continue leveling the mower deck by checking the front-to-rear maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage. A child or bystander could be backed over by a riding mower ramps for each side of the machine. Wait for all moving parts to stop. dust and dirt. the location of the model and serial numbers on the product. Replace the air cleaner paper Wipe up any gasoline that spills. or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. Run the mower again for 1 to 3 minutes to remove excess Note: The brake should disengage, and the brake light should turn This up or removed; keep the deflector in place. Important: The grass deflector must be spring loaded in the down position. engine may result. contact and thrown debris. mowing in reverse. the clevis pin and hairpin cotter (Figure 56). Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Inspect the grass deflector for damage before each use. to Replacing the Mower Belt. components causing sparks. pumps, and motors. Below is a list of all current Briggs & Stratton recall and notification alerts. Never carry children, even with the blades off. as long as the height of the trailer or truck bed to the ground. This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the gas tank on Briggs and Stratton small engines, commonly found in lawn mowers, riding tractors. areas on the incline. Check the front-to-rear blade level any time you install the If you're replacing a fuel tank, use only parts recommended by the engine manufacturer. Note: If the mower is not clean after 1 washing, let it soak for 30 The light goes out whenever the PTO is disengaged or the engine is to operate the mower while it is unattended. be bent. move onto a previously cut area with the blades engaged or you can terminals and metal parts of the machine. If you cannot back up the slope Consumers also can visit the firm's Web site at www.toro.com - the Toro Company has notified registered owners directly. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same. 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