Brand: TORO
Category: Lawn Mower
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for LX426
Uploaded: April 20, 2026, 7:49 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2007-11-27
Warranty Information
This limited warranty covers defects in material and workmanship for two years, with specific terms for normal wear parts and batteries.
Starting the Tractor: Ensure the PTO is disengaged, parking brake is set, and choke is activated. Turn the ignition key to START, then to NORMAL MOWING once the engine fires. Adjust throttle for desired speed.
Operating the Tractor: Use the drive pedal to control forward and reverse movement. Disengage PTO before shifting into reverse. Be aware of safety interlocks and follow slope operation guidelines.
Stopping the Tractor: Disengage PTO, press brake pedal, and engage parking brake. Turn ignition key to STOP and remove the key. If leaving unattended, always engage the parking brake and shut off the engine.
Mowing: Mow up and down slopes, not across. Avoid sudden turns and operate at a slow speed. Keep bystanders at least 75 feet away. Keep the discharge cover in place.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Trouble | Possible Cause(s) | Corrective Action |
|---|---|---|
| Engine fails to start | PTO (Blade Engage) lever engaged. Parking brake not engaged. Spark plug wire disconnected. Throttle/choke control not in correct starting position. Choke not activated Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. Faulty spark plug. Engine flooded. | Place PTO (Blade Engage) lever in (OFF) position. Engage parking brake. Connect wire to spark plug. Move Throttle/Choke Control into CHOKE position. Move Throttle/Choke Control into CHOKE position. Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas. Clean fuel line or replace fuel filter. Clean, adjust gap or replace plug. Crank engine with throttle in FAST position. |
| Engine runs erratic | Unit running with CHOKE activated. Spark plug wire(s) loose. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. | Move Throttle/Choke Control out of CHOKE position. Connect and tighten spark plug wire(s). Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gasoline. Replace fuel filter, if so equipped. |
| Engine overheats | Vent in gas cap plugged. Water or dirt in fuel system. Dirty air cleaner. Engine oil level low. Air flow restricted. | Clear vent or replace cap if damaged. Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gasoline. Replace air cleaner paper element or clean foam precleaner. Fill crankcase with proper capacity and weight of oil. Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine's cooling fins and blower housing. |
| Engine hesitates at high RPM | Spark plug gap too close. | Remove spark plug and reset the gap. |
| Idles poorly | Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too wide. Dirty air cleaner. | Replace spark plug. Set plug gap. Replace air cleaner element or clean pre-cleaner. |
| Excessive vibration | Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. Damaged or bent cutting blade. | Tighten blade and spindle. Balance blade. Replace blade. |
| Mower will not mulch grass | Engine speed too low. Wet grass. Excessively high grass. | Place throttle in FAST (rabbit) position. Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until later to cut. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath. |
| Uneven cut | Dull blade. Deck not balanced properly. Dull blade. Uneven tire pressure. | Sharpen or replace blade. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment. Sharpen or replace blade. Check tire pressure in all four tires. |