Toro 446 - Manual

Product Overview Figure 3 1. Throttle lever 8. Cutting wheel 2. Hour meter 9. Belt cover 3. Cyclone air filter 10. Lift 4. Choke 11. Fuel cap 5. Fuel valve 12. Parking brake 6. Sediment cup 13. Safety bail 7. Starter 14. Handle Controls Become familiar with all the controls ( Figure 3 and Figure 4 )...

Specifications Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. Cutting Depth 30 cm (12 inches) Length 193 cm (76 inches) Width 75 cm (29.5 inches) Height 107 cm (42 inches) Weight 109 Kg (240 lb) Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal ...

Adding Fuel Use unleaded fuel (87 pump octane minimum). Leaded,regular fuel may be used if unleaded is not available. DANGER In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammableand highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuelcan burn you and others and can damage property. • Fill the fuel tank outd...

Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Tilt the machine so the engine is level, and shut offthe engine. 2. Allow the engine to cool. 3. Clean around the oil dipstick. 4. Remove the dipstick and wipe the end clean. 5. Slide the dipstick fully into the dipstick tub...

Grinding a Stump DANGER The machine will cut and amputate hands and feet. • Stay in the operator's position while the machineis running and keep away from the cuttingwheel. • Keep all bystanders a safe distance from themachine. Shut off the machine immediately ifany people or animals enter the work ...

Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Important: You can tip the machine backward or on its side to clean or service it, but no longer than 2 minutes. If you hold the machine this position for too long, fuel can drain into the crankca...

Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Before each use or daily The cyclone air filter collects the largest contaminant particles,which collect in the container. When you can see a layer ofdirt at the bottom of the container, clean the cyclone housing,air channels, and air-in...

Servicing the Engine Oil Oil Type: Detergent oil with an API service of SJ or higher. Crankcase Capacity: 2 L (2.1 qt) Viscosity: SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use. Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 25 hours Every 100 hours Yearly or before storage 1. Start the engine...

Removing the Spark Plug 1. Lower the grinder and shut off the machine; Refer to Shutting Off the Engine (page 10) . 2. Pull the wire off the spark plug ( Figure 15 ). Figure 15 1. Spark plug 2. Wire 3. Clean around the spark plug. 4. Remove the spark plug and the metal washer. Checking the Spark Plu...

Belt Maintenance Adjusting the Drive-BeltTension Service Interval: Before each use or daily Note: Inspect the drive belt through the slot on top of the belt cover. Adjust as required. 1. Remove the bolts and washers securing the belt guardto machine. 2. Remove the belt guard ( Figure 17 ). G017432 F...

Grinder Maintenance Replacing the Teeth Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the condition of the teeth; rotate or replaceany that are worn or damaged and torquethe nuts for all teeth. Due to the high amount of wear placed on the teeth, you needto rotate and replace them periodically ( F...

Cleaning Removing Debris from theMachine Regular cleaning and washing increases the life span of themachine. Clean the machine directly after use, before thedirt hardens. Check before cleaning that the fuel tank cap is properly inplace to avoid getting water in the tank. Use care when using a high-p...

Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action 1. The safety bale is in the O FF position. 1. Hold the safety bail against the handle. 2. If your model is equipped with an engine with an On/Off switch, theswitch is in the O FF position. 2. Move the switch to the O N position. 3. The fuel s...

The Toro Warranty SWSTurf RenovationandTree Care A limited warranty (see warranty periods below) Conditions and Products Covered The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to anagreement between them, jointly warrant your Toro Products listed below tobe free from defects in ...