Toro HoverPro 450 Operator's Manual

Toro HoverPro 450 Operator's Manual

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HoverPro 450/500/550 Machine
Model No. 02602—Serial No. 314000001 and Up
Model No. 02604—Serial No. 314000001 and Up
Model No. 02606—Serial No. 314000001 and Up

Introduction

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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.
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and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register
your product.
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Model No.
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Figure 2
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Original Instructions (EN)
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Operator's Manual
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Summary of Contents for Toro HoverPro 450

  • Page 1: Introduction

    Keep this manual for future reference. Write the product model and serial numbers in the space below: You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product. Model No.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety 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 This cutting machine can amputate hands and feet and to meet safety, emission, and operating requirements, the throw objects.
  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • • Always wear eye protection when operating machine. Never refuel the machine indoors. • See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation and • Never store the machine or fuel container where there is installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water by the manufacturer.
  • Page 4: Sound Pressure

    02602 only – Never replace the cutting unit with metal parts and only use cutting heads and cutting elements which are suitable for use at the operating speed of the HoverPro 450." Sound Pressure This machine has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 90 dBA (model 02602), 88.5 dBA (model 02604), or 88...
  • 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. 111-5392 (model 02602) 1. Warning—Receive training on the product; read the 4. Thrown object hazard; keep bystanders at least 15m (49ft) Operator’s Manual.
  • Page 6 94-8072 1. Warning—cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, cutting mechanism. g017414 3. Run 1. Choke 2. Engine symbol g017409 H295124 1. Instruction for orientation of the machine for servicing the cutting mechanism and draining oil. g017410 H295159 1. Engine stop...
  • Page 7: Setup

    Setup Assembling the Handle No Parts Required Procedure 1. Slide 2 bushes into the frame. g017328 Figure 4 1. Upper handle 4. U bolt 2. Hand wheel 5. Lower handle 3. Washer 5. Fit the U bolt through the upper and lower handle and secure it with a washer and a hand wheel.
  • Page 8: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure g017338 Important: Your machine does not come with oil in Figure 7 the engine. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil. Max. fill: 0.59 l (20 oz.), type: SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 Note: Fill the engine crankcase with oil until the detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, dipstick indicates that the engine oil level is correct...
  • Page 9: 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 10: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. 3. Insert, but do not screw in, the dipstick into the oil fill hole.
  • Page 11: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height WARNING Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury. • Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Figure 13 • Wear gloves while handling the flexiblade or cutterbar.
  • Page 12: Adjusting The Choke

    Adjusting the Choke Use the throttle assembly to adjust the choke (Figure 17). g017334 Figure 15 1. Handle 2. Engine stop handle 3. Place your foot on the deck and tilt the machine towards you (Figure 16). g017367 Figure 17 1.
  • Page 13: Operating Tips

    You may need to make more cutting season begins. than one pass over the leaves. • • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro Slow down your mowing speed if the machine does not replacement blade. cut the leaves finely enough. Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
  • Page 14 Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before annual storage. • Clean the cooling system; remove grass clippings, debris, or dirt from the engine Before storage air cooling fins and starter. Clean the system more frequently in dirty or high-chaff conditions.
  • Page 15: 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 19) before performing any maintenance procedure. g017339 Figure 20 1. Cover 3. Filter 2. Latch tabs 2.
  • Page 16: Servicing The Spark Plug

    6. Return the machine to the operating position. 7. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill hole, wait 3 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick by wiping the dipstick clean and then inserting, but not screwing in, the oil fill cap into the hole.
  • Page 17: Cleaning The Machine

    Storage Important: A bolt torqued to 25 N-m (18 ft-lb) is very tight. While holding the blade with a block of wood, put your weight behind the ratchet or Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. wrench and tighten the bolt securely. This bolt is very difficult to overtighten.
  • Page 18: 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.
  • Page 19 The Way Toro Uses Information Toro may use your personal information to process warranty claims, to contact you in the event of a product recall and for any other purpose which we tell you about. Toro may share your information with Toro's affiliates, dealers or other business partners in connection with any of these activities. We will not sell your personal information to any other company.
  • Page 20 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.

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