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WARNING:
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to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive
harm.
TABLEOFCONTENTS
Content
Important Safe Operation Practices
Slope Gauge
Tractor Set-up
Know Your Lawn Tractor
Operating Your Lawn Tractor
Making Adjustments
Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor
Page
3
9
10
13
16
19
22
Content
Service
Page
26
Off-season Storage
Maintenance Chart
30
31
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Warranty Information
32
33
35
FINDINGMODELNUMBER
This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the
unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and
copy the information from it in the space provided below. A sample model plate is also illustrated below. You
can locate the model plate by looking at the underside of the tractor's seat. This information will be necessary
to use the manufacturer's web site and/or help from an authorized Toro service dealer.
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
DOM
Canada
CUSTOMER
SUPPORT
Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer without first contacting Customer Support. If you have difficulty
assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, you can
seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
Visit www.toro.com
for many useful suggestions. Click on Customer Care in the Homeowners section of the Toro
Solutions Center and help is immediately available.
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If you have questions concerning your tractor, please call us at 1-888-384-9942 (U.S.)
or 1-888-848-4073 (Canada).
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SECTION1: IMPORTANT
SAFEOPERATION
PRACTICES
WARNING:
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger
the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual
before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal
injury. When you see this symbol-heed its warning.
DANGER:
This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in
serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to
observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near
any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system
is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used,
it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar
laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through an
authorized Toro service dealer or contact Toro at 8111 Lyndale Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55420.
GENERAL
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
OPERATION
9.
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10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and closefitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes and
jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Never
operate this machine in bare feet or sandals.
Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge
direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not
operate the mower without the discharge cover or
entire grass catcher in its proper place.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or
under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s)
can amputate hands and feet.
A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause
blade contact or thrown object injuries.
Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives,
walks, or roads and while not cutting grass.
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways. This machine is not intended for use on
any public roadway.
Do not operate the machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
Never carry passengers.
Disengage blade(s) before shifting into reverse.
Back up slowly. Always look down and behind
before and while backing to avoid a back-over
accident.
Slow down before turning. Operate the machine
smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive
speed.
Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine
and wait until the blade(s) come to a complete stop
before removing grass catcher, emptying grass,
unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or
making any adjustments.
DO:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
DO NOT:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
CHILDREN
1.
2.
TOWING
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
SERVICE
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GENERALSERVICE:
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
WARNING:
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who agree to
read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
SAFETYSYMBOLS
This operator's manual describes safety symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product.
Symbol
Meaning
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL -Indicates Danger, Warning or Caution. May be used
in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL -Read theOperator's Manual(s) and follow all warning
and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in
seriousinjury to the operator and/or bystanders.
SECTION2: SAFETYANDINSTRUCTIONAL
LABELS
Safety and instructional abels found on your lawn tractor are illustrated below (3/4 actual size). Always follow their
instructions and heed their warnings. If you discover a safety label is scratched, damaged or missing, order a replacement
immediately.
REVERSE
CAUTIONMODE
t. TURN KEY TO REVERSE CAUTION MODE POSITION.
2. DEPRESS REVERSE PUSH BUTTON. (RED INDICATOR LIGHT "ON")
WHEN RED LIGHT IS "ON" MACHINE CAN BE OPERATED IN REVERSE
WITH MOWER BLADES ENGAGED.
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LX460
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SECTION4: TRACTOR
SET-UP
AttachingTheSteeringWheel
AttachingtheBatteryCables
Tools Required
Tools Required
1.
2.
3.
WARNING:
California
Proposition 65
Warning:
Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
NOTE:
cables
may
have
NOTE:
Cap
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SteeringShaft
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H01dDownRod
CarriageBolt
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HexNut
Figure 2
NOTE:
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Tire Pressure
ShippingBraceRemoval
inflation
pressureNever
shownexceed
on the the
sidewall
of the
WARNING:
maximum
tire.
_.
_.
AttachingTheSeat
1.
2.
3.
4.
engine
is off, Make
set the
brake
and
WARNING:
sure parking
the riding
mower's
remove the ignition key before removing the
shipping brace.
Figure 4
WARNING:
The shipping brace, used for
packaging purposes only, must be removed
and discarded before operating your riding
mower.
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WARNING:
Screws
Figure 3
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e.
SettingtheGaugeWheels
Tools Required
(2) 9/16" wrenches
Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing
the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height
notches on the right fender.
Adjust the deck wheels so that they are between l_-inch
and _/2-inchabove the ground as follows.
from
the discharge
of the
WARNING:
Keep opening
hands and
feet cutting
away
deck.
GasandOilFill-up
WARNING:
extreme
care
when
engine
is hot or running.
Extinguish
cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of
ignition before filling the fuel tank.
Use
Filler Neck
Lock Nut
FuelTank
GaugeWheel
Figure 6
IMPORTANT:You tractor is shipped with oil in the
engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before
operating. Refer to Checking
theOilLevelon page 22 for
detailed instructions.
ShoulderScrew
Figure 5
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SECTION5: KNOWYOURLAWNTRACTOR
A.
G
B
H
NOTE:
Figure 7
A Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter
G Throttle
Choke Control
J Drive Pedal
K Deck Lift Lever
F Cup Holder
NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator's position.
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Throttle/ ChokeControl
The throttle/choke control is
located on the right side of the
tractor's dash panel. This lever
controls the speed of the engine
and, when pushed all the way
forward, closes the choke for cold
starting. When set in a given
position, the throttle will maintain
a uniform engine speed.
IgnitionSwitchModule
Oh0ke
Position
WARNING:
Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always disengage the PTO,
move the shift lever into Neutral, set the
parking brake, stop the engine and remove
the key to prevent unintended starting.
To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition
switch and turn clockwise to the START position.
Release the key into the NORMAL MOWING MODE
position once the engine has fired.
BrakePedal
The brake pedal is located on the
right front side of the tractor
above the drive pedal along the
running board. The brake pedal
can be used for sudden stops or
setting the parking brake.
(o)
Stop
Position
Normal
- Mowing Mode
Start
Position
NOTE:
ShiftLever
The shift lever is located on the
left side of the fender and has
three positions, FORWARD,
NEUTRAL and REVERSE. The
brake pedal must be depressed
and the tractor must not be in
motion when the moving shift
lever.
Figure 8
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DrivePedal
The drive pedal is located below
/,/_,_
the brake pedal on the right front
side of the tractor along the
running board. Depress the drive
pedal with your right foot when
the tractor shift lever is in either
FORWARD or REVERSE to
cause the tractor to move.
Ground speed is also controlled
with the drive pedal. The further
down the pedal is depressed, the faster the tractor will
travel. The pedal will return to its original position when
released.
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DeckLiftLever
Found on your tractor's right
fender, the deck lift lever is used
to change the height of the
cutting deck. To use, move the
lever to the left, then place in the
notch best suited for your
application.
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SystemsIndicatorMonitor/ HourMeter
PTO(BladeEngage)Lever
Battery
o.1'
OFF
PTO / BLADE
42.0
PTO
(BladeEngage)
PTO
ENGAGE
ParkingBrake
CruiseControlLever
The cruise control lever is located on
_i_1
Brake
NOTE:
ParkingBrakeLever
Battery
It is normal for the Battery light to illuminate while the
engine is cranking during start-up, but if it illuminate's
during operation, while the engine is running, the
battery is in need of a charge or the engine's charging
system is not generating sufficient amperage. Refer to
the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual for the proper
battery charging procedure or have the charging
system checked by an authorized Toro service dealer.
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SECTION6: OPERATING
YOURLAWNTRACTOR
SafetyInterlockSystem
WARNING:
Use extreme
3.
4.
5.
6.
a.
b.
indicator
Light
Stop
Position
interlock
is operate
malfunctioning.
WARNING: system
Do not
the tractor ifThis
the
system was designed for your safety and
protection.
Reverse
CautionMode
Position
Start
Position
ReverseCautionMode
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key
switch module allows the tractor to be operated in
reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged.
Mowing in reverse is not recommended.
Figure 9
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while
IMPORTANT:
caution
1.
Startingthe Engine
2.
interlock system
is operate
malfunctioning.
WARNING:
Do not
the tractor ifThis
the
system was designed for your safety and
protection.
_,
NOTE:
2.
3.
4.
5.
3.
4.
_,
NOTE:
Stoppingthe Engine
WARNING:
2.
3.
4.
slope
in excess
degrees
(a rise
ARNING:
Do of
not 15
mow
on inclines
with of
a
approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). The
tractor could overturn and cause serious
injury.
1.
DrivingOnSlopes
SettingTheCruiseControl
_,
DrivingTheTractor
WARNING:
Avoid sudden starts,
cessive speed and sudden stops.
WARNING:
1.
2.
3.
ex-
while
traveling inNever
Reverse.
ARNING:
engage cruise control
Slowly depress the drive pedal until the desired
speed is achieved.
Lightly depress the cruise control lever.
While continuing to hold the cruise lever down, lift
your foot from the drive pedal (you should feel the
cruise latch engage).
Once engaged, the cruise control lever and the
drive pedal will lock in the "down" position, and the
tractor will maintain the same forward speed.
NOTE:
Engaged_ /
PTO
Disngaged
Usingthe DeckLiftLever
To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to the
left, then place it in the notch best suited for your
application.
Figure 10
Mowing
Engagingthe ParkingBrake
WARNING:
NOTE:
Engagingthe Blades
3.
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SECTION7: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS
4.
adjustments
the engine
ARNING: while
Never
attemptis running,
to make any
_,
5.
SeatAdjustment
6.
LX 420
Figure 12
Figure 11
LX 460
LevelingtheDeck
NOTE:
2.
3.
Figure 13
,
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Side te Side
Parking BrakeAdjustment
2.
3.
_,
Adjustment Gear
Hex Bolt
BrakeDisc
Figure 14
4.
5.
6.
Spring
Figure 15
NOTE:
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a typical
2.
SteeringAdjustment
If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other,
or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or
wear, the steering drag links may need to be adjusted.
3.
4.
NOTE:
3.
4.
5.
Figure 16
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SECTION8: MAINTAININGYOURLAWNTRACTOR
NOTE:
TEMPERATURE
/ OIL VISCOSITYCHART
I
WARNING:
Before
performing
any
maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set
parking brake, stop engine and remove key to
prevent unintended starting.
Engine
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8!
2_0
100-=3'0
40
40
4.
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Adding Oil
3.
2:0
-1:0
NOTE:
2.
-!0
Temperature
Change
Expected
Before
NextOilChange
EngineOil
The engine-crankcase is filled with 10W-30 oil at the
factory.
The engine oil must be drained and replaced with new
oil after the initial 50 hours of engine operation and
every 50 hours thereafter. Refer to the Oil Viscosity
Chart below to determine the proper oil type.
1.
C )30
ChangingtheEngineOil
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4.
5.
_\
Drain Port
5.
3.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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4.
2.
Figure 17
1.
0il Filter
AirFilter
5.
6.
7.
SparkPlug
NOTE:
1.
NOTE:
\
Hex Screw
Figure 19
Figure 18
,
3.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
NOTE:
HeatShield
NOTE:
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Lubrication
WARNING:
Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting,
always disengage
PTO, set
parking brake, stop engine and remove key to
prevent unintended starting.
FeelerGauge
Engine
Spark Plug
Ground Electrode
Gap
Figure 20
9.
N.rn).
10. Place the spark plug wire boot over the spark plug
and press until you feel it "click" in place.
FuelFilter
RimGreaseFitting
\
_,
when
the engineDo
is hot.
ARNING:
not replace the fuel filter
Figure 21
CleaningtheEngine
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped
off promptly.
Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling
fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine,
especially the belts and pulleys.
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SECTION9: SERVICE
Tires
HexFlange Nut
inflation
pressureNever
shownexceed
on the sidewall
of the
WARNING:
the maximum
tire.
The recommended operating tire pressure is
approximately 10 psi for the rear tires and 14 psi for the
front tires. Do not overinflate. Uneven tire pressure
could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly.
Fuse
A 20 amp fuse is installed in your tractor's wiring
harness to protect the tractor's electrical system from
damage caused by excessive amperage.
If the electrical system does not function, or your
tractor's engine will not crank, first check to be certain
that the fuse has not blown.
Spindle Assembly
Figure 22
_,
inspecting,
PTO, set
ARNING: always
Before disengage
servicing, repairing,
or
parking brake, stop engine and remove key to
prevent unintended starting.
CuttingBlades
WARNING:
_,
adapter
ARNING:
and/or spindle
Periodically
for cracks
inspectorthe
damage,
blade
especially if you strike a foreign object.
Replace immediately if damaged.
Figure 23
IMPORTANT:If the cutting edge of the blade has already
been sharpened, or if any metal separation is present,
replace the blades with new ones.
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5.
6.
7.
Charging
If the unit has not been put into use for an extended
period of time, charge the battery with an automotivetype 12-volt charger for a minimum of one hour at a
maximum of six amps.
Battery
posts,
terminals,
and related
accessories
California
Proposition
65 Warning:
Battery
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause
WARNING:
CuttingDeckRemoval
To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows:
1. Place the PTO/Blade Engage lever in the
disengaged (OFF) position and engage the parking
brake.
2.
3.
Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the
bottom notch on the right fender.
Remove the hairpin clip that secures the PTO cable
to the rear of the cutting deck. See Figure 24.
Remove the PTO cable and accompanying spring
from the cutting deck.
HairpinClip
Jump Starting
_,
1.
2.
3.
4.
battery. Be certain
WARNING:
Never
the jump
vehicles
startdoa not
damaged
touch,
and ignitions are off. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch.
Connect positive (+) cable to positive post (+) of
your tractor's discharged battery.
Connect the other end of the (+) cable to the
positive (+) post of the jumper battery.
Connect the second negative (-) cable to the
negative (-) post of the jumper battery.
Make the final connection on the engine block of
the stalled tractor, away from the battery. Attach to
a unpainted part to assure a good connection.
Figure 24
4.
5.
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6.
ChangingtheDeckBelt
WARNING:
WARNING:
Figure 25
ChangingTheTransmission
DriveBelt
NOTE:
NOTE:
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LX420
Belt Cover
Idler Pulleys
LX460
Belt Cover
Idler Pulleys
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SECTION10: OFF-SEASON
STORAGE
Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section7:
MAINTAINING
YOURLAWNTRACTORon page 22 of this
manual before storing for an extended period.
WARNING:
Drain fuel only into an
approved container outdoors, away from an
open flame. Allow engine to cool. Extinguish
cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of
ignition prior to draining fuel.
Engine
If the engine will be out of service for two months or
more, use the following storage procedure:
1.
2.
3.
1.
2.
WARNING:
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SECTION11: MAINTENANCE
CHART
Before
Each Use
Check Safety
Interlock System
Every
25 Hours
Every
50 Hours
Every
200 Hours
Every
Season
Prior
to Storing
4
4
Every
10 Hours
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
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4
4
4
4
SECTION12: TROUBLESHOOTING
Trouble
Possible
Corrective
Cause(s)
Uneven cut
Dull blade.
Deck not balanced properly.
Dull blade.
Uneven tire pressure.
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Action
SECTION13: SPECIFICATIONS*
LX420
LX460
Capacities
Fuel Tank
Forward Speed
Reverse Speed
Make
Kohler Courage
Kohler Courage
Model
SV540
SV600
Cylinders
Single
Single
Bore
Stroke
Displacement
Engine (Air-cooled,
4-cycle)
18 HP (13.4 kW)**
20 HP (14.9 kW)**
Maximum Torque
Compression
8.5:1
8.5:1
3375 RPM
3375 RPM
Low Speed
System Voltage
Electrical
Ratio
System
Battery
Alternator
15 Amp Regulated
15 Amp Regulated
20 Amp
20 Amp
Headlights
Incandescent
Incandescent
Front (inches)
15 x 6 x 6
15x6x6
Rear (inches)
20 x 8 x 8
20x8x8
Wheelbase
Ground Clearance
Turning Radius
Weight (approximate)
Brakes
Turf Tires
Dimensions
** Kohler's horsepower ratings exceed Society of Automotive Engineers Small Engine Test Code J1940. Actual engine horsepower is lower and
affected by, but not limited to, accessories (air cleaner, exhaust, charging, cooling, fuel pump, etc.), application, engine speed and ambient
operating conditions (temperature, humidity, and altitude).
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This evaporativeemissioncontrol systemis warrantedfor two years. If any evaporativeemission-relatedpart on yourequipmentis defective,the partwill be
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OWNER'S WARRANTY
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Asthe lawnmower owner,you are responsiblefor performanceof the requiredmaintenancelistedin your owner'smanual. MTDConsumerGroupInc recommendsthat you retain all receiptscoveringmaintenanceon your lawnmower,but MTDConsumerGroupInccannot denywarrantysolelyfor the lackof receipts.
Asthe lawnmower owner,you shouldhoweverbe awarethat MTDConsumerGroupInc maydeny you warrantycoverageif your lawnmoweror a part has failed
dueto abuse,neglect, or impropermaintenanceor unapprovedmodifications.
Youare responsiblefor presentingyour lawnmowerto MTDConsumerGroupInc's distributioncenteror servicecenteras soon asthe problemexists.The
warrantyrepairsshouldbe completedin a reasonableamountof time,not to exceed30 days. If you havea questionregardingyour warrantycoverage,you should
contactthe MTDConsumerGroupIncService Departmentat 1-800-800-7310.
GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY
COVERAGE:
MTDConsumerGroupIncwarrantsto the ultimatepurchaserand eachsubsequentpurchaserthat the lawnmower is: Designed,built and equippedso asto
conformwithall applicableregulations;andfree from defects in materialsand workmanshipthat causethe failure of a warrantedpartto be identicalin all material
respectsto that part as describedin MTDConsumerGroupInc's applicationfor certification.
The warrantyperiodbeginson the date the lawnmower isdeliveredto an ultimatepurchaseror first placedinto service.The warrantyperiodis two years.
Subjectto certain conditions andexclusionsas stated below,the warrantyon emission-relatedparts is as follows:
1. Any warrantedpart that is not scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenanceinthe writteninstructionssupplied, is warrantedfor the warranty period
statedabove. If the partfails duringthe periodof warrantycoverage,the part will be repairedor replacedby MTDConsumerGroupInc accordingto subsection
(4) below.Anysuch part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedforthe remainderof the period.
2. Anywarrantedpart that is scheduledonly for regular inspectioninthe writteninstructionssupplied is warrantedfor the warranty periodstated above.Any such
part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedfor the remainingwarranty period.
3. Anywarrantedpart that is scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenancein the writteninstructionssuppliedis warrantedfor the periodof time beforethe
first scheduledreplacementdate for that part. If the part failsbeforethe first scheduledreplacement,the part will be repairedor replacedby MTDConsumer
GroupInc accordingto subsection(4) below. Any such part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedforthe remainderof the periodpriorto the
first scheduledreplacementpointfor the part.
4. Repairor replacementof any warrantedpart underthe warrantyprovisionshereinmustbe performedat a warrantystationat no chargeto the owner.
5. Notwithstandingthe provisionsherein,warrantyservicesor repairswill be providedat all of our distributioncentersthat arefranchisedto servicethe subject
enginesor equipment.
6. The lawnmower ownerwill not be chargedfor diagnosticlabor that is directlyassociatedwith diagnosisof a defectke,emission-relatedwarrantedpart,
providedthat such diagnosticwork is performedat a warrantystation.
7. MTDConsumerGroupInc is liable for damagesto otherengine or equipmentcomponentsproximatelycausedby a failure underwarrantyof any warranted
part.
8. Throughoutthe lawnmowerwarranty periodstated above,MTDConsumerGroupInc will maintaina supply of warrantedparts sufficientto meet the expected
demandfor such parts.
9. Any replacementpart may be usedinthe performanceof any warrantymaintenanceor repairsand mustbe providedwithoutchargeto the owner.Suchuse will
not reducethe warrantyobligationsof MTDConsumerGroupInc.
10. Add-onor modifiedpartsthat are not exemptedby the Air ResourcesBoardmay not be used.The use of any non-exemptedadd-on or modifiedpartsby the
ultimatepurchaserwill be groundsfor disallowinga warrantyclaims. MTDConsumerGroupIncwill not be liableto warrantfailuresof warrantedparts caused
bythe use of a non-exemptedadd-onor modifiedpart.
WARRANTED
PARTS:
The repairor replacementof any warrantedpart otherwiseeligiblefor warrantycoveragemay be excludedfrom such warrantycoverageif MTDConsumerGroup
Inc demonstratesthat the lawnmower has been abused,neglected,or improperlymaintained,andthat such abuse, neglect,or impropermaintenancewasthe
directcauseof the need for repairor replacementof the part. That notwithstanding,any adjustmentof a componentthat has afactory installed,and properly
operating,adjustmentlimiting deviceis still eligiblefor warrantycoverage.Thefollowing emissionwarrantypartslist arecovered: FuelLine,Fuel Line Clamps
FOR
Transportationchargesand servicecalls.
Customer Care Department of The Toro Warranty Company, 8111 Lyndale Ave. South,
Bloomington,
MN 55420=1196 or call (US) 1=888=384=9942, (Canada) 1=888=848=4073; www.toro.com
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