Toro TimeCutter Z16-44 74501 Setup Instructions
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Ensure the parking brake is engaged, the PTO switch is off, and the control levers are in neutral. Insert the key and turn it to the 'Start' position until the engine starts.
Use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. Avoid using ethanol-blended fuels greater than 10%.
Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of use, and then every 50 hours or annually thereafter.
Maintain the front tire pressure at 13 psi and the rear tire pressure at 10 psi.
Check for correct tire pressure, ensure the mower deck is level, and inspect the blades for sharpness and damage.
Regularly sharpen and balance the blades, clean the deck to remove grass build-up, and mow at the correct height for your grass type.
Remove the mower deck, release the belt tension, and replace the old belt with a new one. Reinstall the deck and ensure proper tension.
Check the battery connections, ensure there is fuel, inspect the spark plug, and verify that the safety switches are engaged.
Raise the mower deck, use a garden hose to wash away grass build-up, and ensure the area is dry before storage.
Clean the mower, change the oil, drain the fuel, remove the battery, and store it in a dry place. Cover the mower to protect it from dust.