Idle Speed Adjustment; Storing The Product; Transporting The Product - Toro 51946 Operator's Manual

Maintenance
3. Remove the spark plug.
4. Inspect the new spark plug. The spark plug must
be properly gapped and free of deposits in order to
ensure proper engine operation. The correct gap is
approximately 0.025 in. (0.64 mm). To widen gap, if
necessary, carefully bend the ground (top) electrode.
To lessen gap, gently tap ground electrode on a hard
surface.
5. Hand thread the new spark plug, turning it clockwise.
6. Tighten with a socket. [Torque to 170 in.lb. (19.20 Nm)
minimum, 190 in.lb. (21.47 Nm) maximum. Do not
overtighten].
NOTICE:
Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug. Cross-
threading will seriously damage the product.

Idle Speed Adjustment

See Figure 11.
WARNING:
The blade/cutting head will move when
adjusting the idle speed. Wear all protective
clothing and keep all bystanders, children,
and pets at least 50 ft (15 m) away. Make
adjustments with the unit supported by hand
so that the blade/cutting head does not contact
the ground or any object. Keep all parts of your
body away from the blade/cutting head and
muffler. Failure to follow these instructions
could result in serious personal injury.
If the cutting attachment turns at idle, the idle speed screw
needs adjusting on the engine. Turn the idle speed screw
counterclockwise to reduce the idle RPM and stop the cut-
ting attachment movement. If the cutting attachment still
moves at idle speed, contact a service dealer for adjustment
and discontinue use until the repair is made.
WARNING:
The cutting attachment should never turn at idle.
Turn the idle speed screw counterclockwise
to reduce the idle RPM and stop the cutting
attachment, or contact a service dealer for
adjustment and discontinue use until the repair
is made. Serious personal injury may result
from the cutting attachment turning at idle.
Maintenance
Idle Speed
Screw

Storing the Product

Storing the product differs depending on the amount of time
it will be in storage.
Note: If the product includes an attachment, place the stor-
age cap on the end of the attachment shaft and hang it up to
store.
To Store the Product Short Term:
1. Clean all foreign material from the product.
2. Store the product in a well-ventilated place that is inac-
cessible to children.
To Store the Product Long Term:
If you do not intend to use the product for more than one
month, follow the storage procedures below.
Follow these steps to store the product long term.
1. Drain all of the fuel from the tank into a container ap-
proved for gasoline.
2. Run the engine until it stops.
3. Clean all foreign material from the product.
4. Store the product in a well-ventilated place that is inac-
cessible to children.
Note: Keep the product away from corrosive agents
such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
Note: Abide by all federal and local regulations for the
safe storage and handling of gasoline.

Transporting the Product

1. Drain the fuel mixture into a container that is approved
for use with gasoline.
2. Carry the product by the front handle.
3. Secure the product in your vehicle or on a trailer.
Figure 11
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