Toro 29730 Operator's Manual

53cm mulching/rear bagging/side discharging lawn mower
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53cm Mulching/Rear Bagging/Side Discharging
Lawn Mower
Model No. 29730—Serial No. 315000001 and Up
Model No. 29732—Serial No. 315000001 and Up
Model No. 29734—Serial No. 315000001 and Up

Introduction

This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is intended
to be used by residential homeowners. It is designed
primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns
on residential properties. It is not designed for cutting
brush or for agricultural uses.
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
and 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.
Figure 1
model and serial numbers on the product. Write the numbers
in the space provided.
1. Model and serial number plate
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety
messages identified by the safety alert symbol
which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death
if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
© 2014—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
identifies the location of the
Figure 1
(Figure
Register at www.Toro.com.
1. Safety alert symbol
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical information
and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
This product contains a chemical or chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Important: This engine is not equipped with a spark
arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine
on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered
land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.
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.
Net Torque
The gross or net torque of this engine was laboratory rated
by the engine manufacturer in accordance with the Society of
2),
Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940. As configured to meet
safety, emission, and operating requirements, the actual engine
torque on this class of mower will be significantly lower.
Form No. 3388-365 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. WARNING You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register CALIFORNIA your product. Proposition 65 Warning...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents To ensure maximum safety, best performance, and to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential that you and any other operator of the mower read and Introduction ..............1 understand the contents of this manual before the Safety ................2 engine is ever started.
  • Page 3: Sound Pressure

    – Always be sure of your footing on slopes. • To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and • Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories;...
  • Page 4: Sound Power

    Hand/Arm Vibration Wear gloves that dampen the vibration whenever you operate the machine for an extended period of Model 29730 time. Measured vibration level for right hand = 4.9 m/s Measured vibration level for left hand = 4.2 m/s Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger.
  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. Unfolding the Handle 112-8760 No Parts Required 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. Procedure 2. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from moving parts.
  • Page 6: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide

    Figure 5 1. Recoil-starter rope 2. Rope guide Filling the Engine with Oil g025928 Figure 4 No Parts Required Electric-start model shown 1. Cables 3. Handle Procedure 2. Wiring harness (electric-start model only) Important: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine.
  • Page 7: Charging The Battery (Electric-Start Model Only)

    4. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube and screw it in until it stops. 5. Remove the dipstick and read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure • If the oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick, slowly add a small amount of oil to the oil-fill tube, and then repeat steps through...
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. Filling the Fuel Tank DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive.
  • Page 9: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    oil-fill tube, and then repeat steps through until the oil level is at the Full mark on the dipstick. • If the oil level is above the Full mark on the dipstick, drain the excess oil until the oil level is at the Full mark on the dipstick.
  • Page 10: Starting The Engine

    Adjusting the Cutting Height (Regular-wheel model only) Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set the front wheels and the rear wheels to the same height. Note: To raise or lower the machine, move the cutting-height levers as shown in Figure Figure 16 Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 11: Mulching The Clippings

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, 2. Lift the grass-bag handle out from the notches on the install a new Toro replacement bag. handle brackets and remove the bag from the machine. 3. Close the rear deflector.
  • Page 12: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    • For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade. Cutting Grass • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do not...
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the engine-oil level. Before each use or daily • Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade-control bar. •...
  • Page 14: Replacing The Air Cleaner

    Replacing the Air Cleaner Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Every 25 hours/Yearly (whichever comes Service Interval: Every 50 hours first) Yearly 1. Use a screw driver to open the air-filter cover (Figure Note: Max. fill: 0.59 L (20 oz), type: 10W-30 or SAE 30 22).
  • Page 15: Charging The Battery (Electric-Start Model Only)

    Figure 26 2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet. Note: When the battery no longer holds a charge, recycle or dispose of the lead-acid battery according to local codes. Note: Your battery charger may have a 2-color LED display that indicates the following states of charging: Figure 25 •...
  • Page 16: Replacing The Blade

    Figure 28 3. Install the battery cover. Replacing the Blade Service Interval: Yearly 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 17: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive Cable (Self-Propel Model Only)

    Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Cleaning the Under the Cable (Self-propel model only) Machine Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the Service Interval: After each use self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive cable. WARNING 1.
  • Page 18: Storage

    Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Machine for Storage WARNING Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • Do not store the machine in an enclosure near an open flame. •...
  • 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 Toro's option, under warranty at no cost for parts and labor. Frame failure due to misuse or abuse and failure or repair required due to rust or corrosion are not covered.

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