Replacing The Spark Plug; Idle Speed Adjustment; Storing The Product; Transporting The Product - Toro 51944 Operator's Manual

Maintenance

Replacing the Spark Plug

See Figure 10.
All model numbers included in this manual use a
Champion RCJ4 spark plug. Use an exact replacement and
replace annually.
1. Remove the spark plug boot.
2. Loosen the spark plug by turning it counterclockwise
with a socket.
3. Remove the spark plug.
4. Hand thread the new spark plug, turning it clockwise.
5. Tighten with a socket. (Torque to 170 in.lb. minimum,
190 in.lb. maximum. Do not overtighten).
CAUTION:
Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug. Cross-
threading will seriously damage the product.
Spark Plug
Boot

Idle Speed Adjustment

See Figure 11.
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
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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
storage cap on the end of the attachment shaft and hang it up
Spark to store.
Plug
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.
Figure 10
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