Throttle Cable; Self-Propelled Cable; Blade - Toro Recycler SR-21OSB Manuel De L'utilisateur

3. Set spark plug gap at .020 inch (.5 mm)
(Fig. 18).
4. Install spark plug by hand, then torque to
14 ft.–lbs. (19 N m) (Fig. 18).
5. Reconnect spark plug wire when maintenance is
completed.

Throttle Cable

Throttle control adjustment may be required if engine
does not start or stop. Whenever a new throttle
control cable is installed, throttle must be adjusted.
1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug (Fig. 8).
2. Loosen cable clamp screw until throttle cable
slides (Fig. 19).
3. Move governor control lever, throttle cable and
casing in direction of arrow as far as possible
(Fig. 19).
4. Move throttle control to
5. Tighten cable clamp screw to lock adjustment in
place.

Self-propelled Cable

If mower does not self-propel or has a tendency to
creep forward when traction is not engaged, adjust
wheel drive control knob on rear of gear box
(Fig. 20).
1. Rotate control knob clockwise 1/2 turn if mower
does not self-propel. If mower creeps forward,
rotate knob 1/2 turn counterclockwise to loosen
belt.
2. Adjustment is correct when:
mower does not creep forward when traction is
disengaged
EN–16
(FAST) position.
control bar is at a comfortable operating distance
from the handle for operator's hand when
disengaging and engaging the self-propelled
drive.
Note: Do not overadjust cable. Cable should
be just tight enough to make wheels
turn when control bar is at a distance
from the handle that is comfortable for
operator's hand. Overadjusting may
require excessive operator effort to
engage or disengage self-propelled
drive.
If you need help, see your Authorized Toro Service
Dealer.

Blade

A straight sharp blade provides maximum cutting
performance. Regularly inspect and sharpen blade.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Blade is sharp.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Contact with sharp blade can cause serious
personal injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Wear gloves or wrap sharp edges of the
blade with a rag.
1. Drain gasoline from fuel tank. See Drain
Gasoline section.
2. Run engine until it dies. Try starting engine once
more to make sure gas is out of carburetor.
3. Pull wire off spark plug (Fig. 8).
4. Tip mower on its left side (Fig. 21). Avoid
rotating blade as starting problems may result.
5. INSPECTING BLADE—Carefully examine
blade for sharpness and wear, especially where
flat and curved parts meet (Fig. 22). Since sand