Toro 21in Heavy-Duty Recycler/Rear Bagger Lawnmower Walk Behind Mower Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3352-492
ProLine 21in Recycler/
Rear-Bagging
Walk Power Lawn Mower
Model No. 22175—250000001 and Up
Model No. 22176—250000001 and Up
Operator’s Manual
Original Instructions (EN)
Warning
Using the Discharge Tunnel Plug . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Cutting Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Grass Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . .
Checking the Engine Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning the Underside of the
Lawn Mower Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning the Discharge Tunnel and Plug . . . . . .
Servicing the Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintaining the Cutting Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the
Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning under the Belt Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricating the Pivot Arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Self-propel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricating the Gear Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Blade Brake Cable . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing the Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Lawn Mower from Storage . . . . .
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm.
Important This engine is not equipped with a spark
arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this engine
on any forest–covered, brush–covered or grass–covered
land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
Ce système d’allumage par étincelle de véhicule est
conforme à la norme NMB-002 du Canada.
The enclosed Engine Owner’s Manual is supplied for
information regarding The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance
and warranty.
Keep this engine Owner’s Manual with your unit.
Should this engine Owner’s Manual become damaged
or illegible, replace immediately. Replacements may be
ordered through the engine manufacturer.
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe Operating Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Toro Lawn Mower Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety and Instruction Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Starter Rope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel Line . . . . .
Installing the Discharge Tunnel Plug . . . . . . . . . .
Before Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling the Crankcase with Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline . . . . . . . . . .
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stopping the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the Blade and the Self-Propel Drive . .
2004 by The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
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Introduction
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and
maintain your product properly. The information in this
manual can help you and others avoid injury and product
damage. Although Toro designs and produces safe
products, you are responsible for operating the product
properly and safely.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for
product and accessory information, help finding a dealer,
or to register your product.
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Contact us at www.Toro.com
All Rights Reserved
Printed in the USA
Safety
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and
serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates
the location of the model and serial numbers on the
product.
This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade
safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn
mowers and the B71.4 specifications of the American
National Standards Institute in effect at the time of
production.
Warning
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.
Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed
area.
1
To ensure maximum safety and best performance, and
to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential that
you and any other operator of the lawn mower read
and understand the contents of this manual before the
engine is ever started.
Figure 1
1. Location of the model and serial numbers
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
Model No.
Serial No.
Improperly using or maintaining this lawn mower
could result in injury or death. To reduce this potential,
comply with the following safety instructions.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has special
safety messages that help you and others avoid personal
injury and even death. Danger, Warning, and Caution are
signal words used to identify the level of hazard.
However, regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.
Safe Operating Practices
The following instructions are from the ANSI/OPEI
B71.4–1999 standard.
Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
Training
Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or
death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
• Read the Operator’s Manual and other training
material. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not read
English it is the owner’s responsibility to explain this
material to them.
Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or
moderate injury if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
This manual uses 2 other words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note: emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
• All operators and mechanics should be trained. The
owner is responsible for training the users.
• Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment. Local regulations may restrict
the age of the operator.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other
people, or property.
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Preparation
• Stop blade if you are not mowing.
• Only use accessories and attachments approved by the
manufacturer.
• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not
point it at anyone.
• Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety
glasses, and ear protection. Long hair, loose clothing
or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
• Do not operate the mower under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
• Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and
remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire which
can be thrown by the machine.
• Do not operate the lawn mower without either the
grass catcher or the guard in place.
• Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
Maintenance and Storage
– Use only an approved container.
• Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire. Wait for
all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or
repairing.
– Never remove gas cap or add fuel with engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
• Clean grass and debris from cutting unit, drive,
muffler, and engine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil
or fuel spillage.
– Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
• Check that operator’s presence controls, safety
switches and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning
properly.
• Let engine cool before storing and do not store near
flame.
• Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not store
fuel near flames or drain indoors.
Operation
• Never allow untrained personnel to service machine.
• Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
• Remove spark plug wire before making any repairs.
• Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes
and hidden hazards.
• Only start engine from the operator’s position.
• Use care when checking blade. Wrap the blade or wear
gloves, and use caution when servicing them. Only
replace blade. Never straighten or weld it.
• Be sure of your footing, especially when backing up.
Walk, don’t run. Never operate on wet grass. Reduced
footing could cause slipping.
• Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If
possible, do not make adjustments with the engine
running.
• Slow down on hillsides. Be sure to travel side to side
on hillsides. Turf conditions can affect the machine’s
stability. Use caution while operating near drop-offs.
• Keep all parts in good working condition and all
hardware tightened. Replace all worn or damaged
decals.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
Toro Lawn Mower Safety
• Stop on level ground and shut off engine before
leaving the operator’s position for any reason
including emptying the catcher or unclogging the
chute.
The following list contains safety information specific to
Toro products or other safety information that you must
know that is not included in the ANSI/OPEI standard.
• Stop equipment and inspect blade after striking objects
or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make necessary
repairs before resuming operations.
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet, and
of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions
to avoid serious injury or death.
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
Use this product only for cutting and mulching grass, or,
when equipped with a grass bagger, for catching cut grass.
• Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
• Stop the lawn mower if anyone enters the area.
• Do not operate the lawn mower without either the
grass catcher or the guard in place.
• Keep pets and bystanders away.
• Slow down and use caution when crossing roads and
sidewalks.
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• Do not touch the lawn mower or attachment parts
which may be hot from operation. Allow the lawn
mower to cool down before attempting to maintain,
adjust, or service it.
Safety and Instruction Decals
Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any
area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.
93-0248
39-5770
68-7410
94-9418
74-1970 (Self-propel model only)
1. Transmission speeds
2. Neutral
98-4387
1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
92-1779
104-8589
106-0690 (Self-propel model only)
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Installing the Starter Rope
Assembly
Pull the starter rope through the rope guide on the handle
(Fig. 3).
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
Installing the Handle
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1. Mount the handle to the outside of the lawn mower
housing (using the bottom hole) with 2 5/16–18 x
1–1/4 in. cap screws, washers, and thin nylon insert
locknuts.
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2. Secure the handle latches to the handle with 2 cap
screws (5/16–18 x 1-1/2 in.), washers, and nylon insert
locknuts (Fig. 2).
m–210
Figure 3
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1. Starter rope
2. Rope guide
Note: To make the rope easier to install, squeeze the
control bar on the handle.
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3
Installing the Fuel Tank and the
Fuel Line
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5
1. Start the two self-tapping screws into the bottom of the
fuel tank and then remove the screws (Fig. 4).
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3
534
2
Figure 2
1. Cable ties
2. Bag support rod
3. Cap locknut
4. Handle
5. Handle latch
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Note: You can adjust the handle height for comfortable
operation. Stand behind the handle to determine the
height. To adjust the handle height, position the cap
screws and the locknuts that secure the handle latches to
the handle into the other mounting holes in the latches.
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530
Figure 4
1. Tank base
2. Fuel tank bracket
3. Plastic clips
3. Slide the bag support rod through the second from the
top mounting holes in the handle and secure each end
with a cap locknut (Fig. 2).
4. Fuel tank
5. Self-tapping screw (2)
2. Hook the plastic clips on the front of the fuel tank onto
the fuel tank bracket (Fig. 4).
4. Use a cable ties to secure the control cables to the
handle.
3. Secure the fuel tank to the tank base with the two
self-tapping screws (Fig. 4). Do not overtighten the
screws.
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3. Push the plug all the way in until the spring clip on the
bottom of the plug clicks into place, locking the plug
securely into the discharge tunnel (Fig. 7).
4. Remove the red cap from the end of the fuel line and
from the end of the elbow fitting on the fuel tank
(Fig. 5).
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3
1
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m-1915
Figure 5
1. Fuel line
2. Elbow fitting
Figure 7
3. Fuel valve
1. Spring clip
5. Slide the end of the fuel line onto the elbow fitting
(Fig. 5).
4. Release the discharge door handle to lock the top of
the plug.
Note: Route the fuel line under the oil filter.
Before Starting
6. Secure the fuel line in place with the fuel line clamp
(Fig. 5).
Filling the Crankcase with Oil
Installing the Discharge Tunnel
Plug
Initially, fill the crankcase with 30 ounces (0.88 liters) of
oil. Use only high-quality SAE 30 or SAE 10W30 weight
detergent oil that has the American Petroleum Institute
(API) service classification SF, SG, SH, or SJ.
1. Open the discharge door by pulling forward on the
handle and moving it rearward (Fig. 6). Hold the
discharge door handle to prevent the spring-loaded
door from closing while you insert the plug.
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Oil Capacity
With Oil Filter
30 ounces (0.88 L)
Without Oil Filter
24 ounces (0.70 L)
Before each use, ensure that the oil level is between the
Add and Full marks on the dipstick (Fig. 8).
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2
m-1914
3
Figure 6
1. Discharge door handle
2. Plug rotated clockwise
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m–7277
2. Since the plug is slightly wider than the discharge
tunnel opening, rotate the plug clockwise slightly
while inserting it (Fig. 6).
m-7278
Figure 8
1. Dipstick
2. Full
Note: Ensure that the arrow on the plug decal points
upward.
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3. Add
Note: When the crankcase is empty, pour about 3/4 of the
crankcase capacity of oil in the crankcase, then follow the
procedure in this section.
Danger
In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline can burn you and others
and can damage property.
To add oil:
1. Move the lawn mower to a level surface.
2. Clean around the dipstick (Fig. 8).
• Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, and
when the engine is cold. Wipe up any gasoline
that spills.
• Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add
gasoline to the fuel tank until the level is 1/4 to
1/2 in. (6 to 13 mm) below the bottom of the
filler neck. This empty space in the tank allows
the gasoline to expand.
• Never smoke when handling gasoline, and stay
away from an open flame or where a spark may
ignite the gasoline fumes.
• Store gasoline in an approved fuel container
and keep it out of the reach of children.
• Never buy more than a 30-day supply of
gasoline.
3. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap
counterclockwise and pulling it out.
4. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.
5. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck (but do not
rotate the cap clockwise to secure it), then remove it.
6. Read the oil level on the dipstick (Fig. 8).
7. If the oil level reading is below the Add mark on the
dipstick, slowly pour only enough oil into the filler
hole to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the
dipstick.
Important Do not overfill the crankcase with oil and
run the engine; engine damage will result. Drain the
excess oil until the oil level on the dipstick reads Full.
Danger
8. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck and rotate the
cap clockwise until it is tight.
When fueling, under certain circumstances, a
static charge can develop, igniting the gasoline. A
fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and
others and damage property.
Filling the Fuel Tank with
Gasoline
• Always place gasoline containers on the ground
and away from your vehicle before filling.
• Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle
or on a truck or trailer bed because interior
carpets or plastic truck bed liners may insulate
the container and slow the loss of any static
charge.
• When practical, remove gasoline-powered
equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel
the equipment with its wheels on the round.
• If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a truck or trailer from a portable
container, not from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
• If you must use a gasoline dispenser nozzle,
keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank or container opening at all times until
fueling is complete.
For best results, use clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline with
an octane rating of 87 or higher. To ensure freshness,
purchase only the quantity of gasoline that you expect to
use in 30 days. Using unleaded gasoline results in fewer
combustion deposits and longer engine life. You may use
leaded gasoline if unleaded gasoline is not available.
Important
Do not add oil to the gasoline.
Important Do not use methanol, gasoline containing
methanol, gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol,
premium gasoline, or white gas. Using these fuels can
damage the engine’s fuel system.
Important Do not use gasoline that has been stored
since the last mowing season or longer.
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Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner regularly during
operation and storage. A stabilizer/conditioner cleans the
engine during operation and prevents gum-like varnish
deposits from forming in the engine during periods of
storage.
Operation
Important Do not use fuel additives other than a fuel
stabilizer/conditioner . Do not use fuel stabilizers with an
alcohol base such as ethanol, methanol, or isopropanol.
Each time before you mow, make sure that the self-propel
drive and the blade control bail operate properly. When
you release the blade control bail, the blade and
self-propel drive should stop. If they do not, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
1. Clean around the fuel tank cap (Fig. 9).
Caution
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1
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause
hearing loss through extended periods of
exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
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2
Figure 9
1. Oil fill/dipstick
2. Fuel tank cap
3. Air cleaner
Figure 10
2. Remove the cap from the tank.
1. Caution
3. Fill the fuel tank with unleaded gasoline to within 1/4
to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) from the top of the tank. Do
not fill into the filler neck.
2. Wear hearing protection
Controls
Important Do not fill the tank more than 1/4 inch
(6 mm) from the top of the tank because the gasoline must
have room to expand.
The blade control bail, throttle control, and starter handle
are on the upper handle as shown in Figure 11.
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4. Install the fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled
gasoline.
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222
Figure 11
1. Blade control bail
2. Throttle control
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3. Starter handle
Starting the Engine
Operating the Blade and the
Self-Propel Drive
1. Connect the wire to the spark plug (Fig. 12).
Note: The self-propel features are for the self-propel
model only.
1. Have the blade control bail in the A position (Fig. 14).
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C
B
A
m-7280
Figure 12
1. Spark-plug wire
m-3769
Figure 14
2. Open the fuel valve (Fig. 9).
3. Move the throttle control to the
(Fig. 11).
2. Slide the blade control bail to the right and raise it to
the B position to engage the blade (Fig. 14).
(Choke) position
4. Move the ground speed control to the
position (Fig. 13).
3. Squeeze the blade control bail against the handle to the
C position to drive (Fig. 14).
(Neutral)
Note: To disengage the traction drive but keep the blade
engaged, gradually release the blade control bail to the B
position. To self-propel with the blade disengaged,
squeeze the blade control bail against handle to the C
position without sliding the blade control bail to the right.
The lawn mower has 3 ground speeds. 1 is slow, 2 is
medium, and 3 is fast. The ground speed control is located
at the rear of the belt cover (Fig. 13).
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Note: You can vary the ground speed by increasing or
decreasing the distance between the control bar and the
handle. Lower the control bar to slow the lawn mower
when making a turn or if the lawn mower is moving too
fast for you. If you lower the control bar too far, the lawn
mower stops self-propelling. Squeeze the control bar
closer to the handle to increase the ground speed. When
you hold the control bar tight against the handle, the lawn
mower self-propels at the maximum ground speed. Move
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Figure 13
1. Ground speed control
5. Pull the starter handle (Fig. 9) lightly until you feel
resistance, then pull it sharply.
6. Regulate the throttle and the ground speed control as
desired when the engine starts.
the ground speed control to the
(Neutral) position
when you use the lawn mower for trimming and whenever
you leave the lawn mower.
Note: If the engine fails to start after 3 pulls, repeat steps
3 through 6.
Stopping the Engine
1. Release the blade control bail and move the throttle
control to the
(Off) position.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug if you do not
use the lawn mower or if you leave it unattended.
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Using the Discharge Tunnel
Plug
Using the Grass Bag
Occasionally, you may wish to use the grass bag for
bagging extra long grass, lush grass, or leaves.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Insert the plug; refer to Installing the Discharge Tunnel
Plug on page 7.
Installing the Grass Bag
3. To remove the plug, move the discharge door handle
rearward and lift up the spring clip on the bottom of
the plug. When the plug is unlocked, pull it out of the
discharge tunnel.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Ensure that the discharge door handle is fully forward
and that the pin is engaged in the catch (Fig. 16).
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Note: When grass is thick and lush, clippings may collect
on and around the discharge tunnel plug. This may make
removing the plug difficult. Clean the plug thoroughly
after each use.
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3
Adjusting the Cutting Height
Each wheel is adjusted individually with a wheel height
adjustment lever. Cutting heights are 1 inch (25 mm),
1-1/2 inches (38 mm), 2 inches (51 mm), 2-1/2 inches
(64 mm), 3 inches (76 mm), and 3-1/2 inches (89 mm).
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Figure 16
1. Bag frame on retaining
post
2. Pin engaged in catch
Danger
Adjusting the cutting height levers could bring
your hands into contact with a moving blade and
result in serious injury.
3. Handle fully forward.
Discharge door closed.
3. Slide the hole in the bag frame onto the retaining post
on the discharge tunnel (Fig. 16).
4. Set the rear of the bag frame onto the bag support rod.
• Stop the engine and wait for all movement to
stop before adjusting the cutting height.
• Do not put your fingers under the housing when
adjusting the cutting height.
5. Pull the discharge door handle forward until the pin
clears the catch, and move the handle rearward until
the pin locks in the bag notch (Fig. 17).
1. Pull the wheel height adjustment lever toward the
wheel (Fig. 15) and move it to the desired setting.
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1
m-1913
m-225
Figure 17
Figure 15
1. Pin locked in bag notch
1. Wheel height adjustment
lever
Note: The discharge door in the lawn mower housing
is now open.
2. Release the wheel height adjustment lever and seat it
securely in the notch.
3. Adjust all the wheels to the same cutting height
setting.
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Mowing with the Grass Bag
Operating Tips
• Review the safety instructions and read this manual
carefully before operating the lawn mower.
Warning
• Clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches, and
other debris that the blade could hit and throw.
A worn grass bag could allow small stones and
other similar debris to be thrown in the operator’s
or bystander’s direction and result in serious
personal injury or death to the operator or
bystanders.
• Keep everyone, especially children and pets, away
from the area of operation.
• Avoid striking trees, walls, curbs, or other solid
objects. Never deliberately mow over any object.
Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged,
install a new Toro replacement bag.
• If the lawn mower strikes an object or starts to vibrate,
immediately stop the engine, disconnect the wire from
the spark plug, and examine the lawn mower for
damage.
Cut the grass until the bag is full.
Important
Do not overfill the bag.
• Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting season.
Periodically file down nicks on the blade.
Removing the Grass Bag
• Replace the blade when necessary with an original
Toro replacement blade.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves
tend to clump on the yard and can cause the lawn
mower to plug or the engine to stall.
2. Raise the discharge door handle and move it forward
to engage the pin with the catch (Fig. 16).
3. Grasp the handles at the front and the rear of the bag
and lift the bag off the lawn mower.
Warning
4. Gradually tip the bag forward to empty the clippings.
5. To install the bag, refer to Installing the Grass Bag on
page 11.
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you
slip and contact the blade.
Mow only in dry conditions.
Danger
• Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck after each
mowing. See Cleaning the Underside of the Lawn
Mower Housing on page 15.
If the discharge door does not close completely,
the lawn mower could throw objects, causing
serious personal injury or death.
• Keep the engine in good running condition.
If you cannot close the door because the grass
clippings clog the discharge area, stop the engine
and gently move the discharge door handle back
and forth until you can close the door completely.
If you still cannot close the door, remove the
obstruction with a stick, not your hand.
• Set the engine speed to the fastest position for the best
cutting results.
Warning
Operating a lawn mower with its engine running
at a speed greater than the factory setting can
cause the lawn mower to throw a part of the blade
or engine into the operator’s or bystander’s area
and result in serious personal injury or death.
Danger
The lawn mower can throw grass clippings and
other objects through an open discharge tunnel.
Objects thrown with enough force could cause
serious personal injury or death to the operator or
bystander.
• Do not change the engine speed setting.
• If you suspect the engine speed is faster than
normal, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
• Clean the air filter frequently. Mulching stirs up more
clippings and dust which clogs the air filter and
reduces engine performance.
Never open the door on the discharge tunnel when
the engine is running.
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Cutting Grass
• Grass grows at different rates at different times of the
year. In the summer heat, it is best to cut grass at the 2
inch (51 mm), 2-1/2 inch (64 mm), or 3 inch (76 mm)
cutting height settings. Cut only about a third of the
grass blade at a time. Do not cut below the 2 inch (51
mm) setting unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall
when grass growth begins to slow down.
• When cutting grass over 6 inches (15 cm) tall, first
mow at the highest cutting height setting and walk
slower; then mow again at a lower setting for the best
lawn appearance. If the grass is too long and the leaves
clump on top of the lawn, the lawn mower may plug
and cause the engine to stall.
• Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse
the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization.
If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try one
or more of the following:
• Sharpen the blade.
• Walk at a slower pace while mowing.
• Raise the cutting height on your lawn mower.
• Cut the grass more frequently.
• Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath
with each pass.
• Set the cutting height on the front wheels one notch
lower than the rear wheels. For example, set the front
wheels at 2 inches (51 mm) and the rear wheels at
2-1/2 inches (64 mm).
Cutting Leaves
• After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn
shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need to
make more than one pass over the leaves.
• For light leaf coverage, set all the wheels at the same
cutting height setting.
• If there are more than 5 inches (12.7 cm) of leaves on
the lawn, set the front cutting height 1 or 2 notches
higher than the rear cutting height. This makes it
easier to feed the leaves under the lawn mower deck.
• Slow down your mowing speed if the lawn mower
does not cut the leaves finely enough.
• If you mow over oak leaves, you can add lime to the
grass in the spring to reduce the acidity of the oak
leaves.
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Maintenance
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Service
Interval
Maintenance Procedure
Each Use
• Check the engine oil level.
• Check the stopping time of the blade brake. The blade must stop within
3 seconds of releasing the bail; if it does not, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer for repair.
• Remove grass clippings and dirt from under the housing.
• Clean the discharge tunnel and the discharge tunnel plug.
5 Hours
• Check the blade and the engine mounting fasteners. Tighten them if they are
loose.
25 Hours
• Clean the foam pre-cleaner of the air cleaner.
• Lubricate the pivot arms (self-propel model only).
50 Hours
• Change the engine oil (without the oil filter).1
• Sharpen or replace the blade; maintain it more frequently if the edge dulls
quickly in rough or in sandy conditions.
• Check for leaks in the fuel system and/or a deteriorating fuel hose. Replace
parts if necessary.
• Remove grass clippings and debris from under the belt cover.
75 Hours
• Adjust the self-propel drive system (self-propel model only).
•
•
•
•
100 Hours
•
•
•
•
300 Hours
Storage
1Change the
Change the oil filter.
Inspect the spark plug and replace it if necessary.
Clean the paper air filter.
Clean the cooling system; remove grass clippings, debris, or dirt from the engine
air cooling fins and starter. Clean the system more frequently in dirty or
high-chaff conditions.
Clean the fuel filter.
Lubricate the gear case.
Adjust the blade brake cable.
Service the wheels.
• Replace the paper air filter. Replace it more frequently in dusty operating
conditions.
• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed or before storage.
engine oil after the first 8 operating hours.
Important
Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures.
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Caution
If you leave the wire on the spark plug, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously
injure you or other bystanders.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so
that it does not accidently contact the spark plug.
Checking the Engine Oil Level
3. Hold the running garden hose at handle level and
direct the water to flow on the ground just in front of
the right rear tire (Fig. 19).
Before you use the lawn mower, make sure that the oil
level is between the Add and the Full marks as shown on
the dipstick (Fig. 8). If the oil level is below the Add
mark, and oil. Refer to Filling the Crankcase with Oil on
page 7.
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Cleaning the Underside of the
Lawn Mower Housing
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Figure 19
1. Rear right wheel
To ensure the best performance, keep the underside of the
lawn mower housing clean. Be especially careful to keep
the kickers free of debris (Fig. 18).
Note: The blade will draw in water and wash out
clippings. Let the water run until you no longer see
clippings being washed out from under the housing.
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4. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
5. Turn off the garden hose.
6. Start the lawn mower and let it run for a few minutes
to dry out the moisture on the lawn mower and its
components.
Scraping Method
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Figure 18
If washing does not remove all debris from under the lawn
mower, scrape it clean.
1. Kickers
1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 12).
2. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank. Refer to Emptying
the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter on page 18.
Washing Method
1. Position the lawn mower on a flat concrete or asphalt
surface near a garden hose.
Warning
2. Start the engine.
Tipping the lawn mower may cause the fuel to
leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank.
Gasoline is extremely flammable, highly explosive,
and, under certain conditions, can cause personal
injury or property damage.
Avoid fuel spills by running the engine dry or by
removing the gasoline with a hand pump; never
siphon.
3. Tip the lawn mower onto its right side (Fig. 18).
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4. Remove the dirt and grass clippings with a hardwood
scraper. Avoid burrs and sharp edges.
3. Remove the screw that secures the air cleaner cover
(Fig. 20).
5. Turn the lawn mower upright.
6. Fill the fuel tank.
3
7. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
Cleaning the Discharge Tunnel
and Plug
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Remove the plug from the discharge tunnel and clean it
after each use.
2
Figure 20
Always be sure that the discharge tunnel door closes
securely when you release the handle. If the debris
prevents the discharge door from closing securely, clean
the inside of the discharge tunnel and the door thoroughly.
1. Screw
2. Cover
3. Paper air filter
4. Remove the cover and clean it thoroughly (Fig. 20).
Warning
5. Remove the paper air filter and discard it (Fig. 21).
Grass clippings and other objects can be thrown
from an open discharge tunnel and cause serious
injury or kill the operator or bystanders.
1
2
Never start or operate the lawn mower unless one
of the following is true:
• The discharge tunnel plug is locked securely in
the discharge tunnel.
• The grass bag is locked in place.
• The optional side discharge chute is locked in
place.
• The discharge tunnel door is locked in place.
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Figure 21
1. Paper air filter
Servicing the Air Filter
Important
2. Foam pre-cleaner
Do not try to clean a paper filter.
6. Remove the foam pre-cleaner and wash it with a mild
detergent and water, then blot it dry (Fig. 20).
Clean the foam pre-cleaner every 25 operating hours.
Clean the paper air filter every 100 operating hours.
Replace the paper air filter once every season or every
300 operating hours; replace it more frequently in dusty
conditions.
7. Saturate the pre-cleaner with clean engine oil, then
squeeze it (do not twist) to remove the excess oil.
8. Install the foam pre-cleaner.
Important Do not operate the engine without the air
filter assembly; extreme engine damage will occur.
9. Install the new paper air filter.
10. Install the cover and secure it with the screw.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 12).
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Changing the Engine Oil
Maintaining the Cutting Blade
Change the oil after the first 8 operating hours and than
after every 50 operating hours or every season (more
frequently in dusty or dirty conditions).
Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts
cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
1. Run the engine to warm the engine oil.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 12).
Note: Warm oil flows better and carries more
contaminants.
3. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank; refer to
Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter
on page 18.
Warning
4. Tip the lawn mower onto its right side (Fig. 22).
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Oil may be hot after engine has been run, and
contact with hot oil can cause severe personal
injury.
1
Avoid contacting the hot engine oil when you
drain it.
2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
3
3. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 12).
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Figure 22
4. Place a suitable drain pan beside the right side of the
lawn mower.
1. Blade
2. Blade bolt and lock
washer
5. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap
counterclockwise and pulling it out (Fig. 8).
6. Raise the left side of the lawn mower to drain the oil
into the drain pan.
3. Accelerator
Inspecting the Blade
Note: You can also remove the oil from the crankcase
using an oil extractor.
Carefully examine the blade for sharpness and wear,
especially where the flat and the curved parts meet
(Fig. 23A). Because sand and abrasive material can wear
away the metal that connects the flat and curved parts of
the blade, check the blade before using the lawn mower. If
you notice a slot or wear (Figs. 23B and 23C), replace the
blade; refer to Removing the Blade on page 18.
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7. Lower the left side of the lawn mower.
8. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck and rotate the
cap clockwise until it is tight.
9. Recycle the used oil according to local codes.
10. Fill the crankcase to the Full line on the dipstick with
fresh oil. Refer to the Filling the Crankcase with Oil
on page 7.
A
2
11. Wipe up any spilled oil.
1
B
1
3
C
4
270
Figure 23
1. Sail
2. Flat part of blade
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3. Wear
4. Slot formed
Note: For the best performance, install a new blade before
the cutting season begins. During the year, file down any
small nicks to maintain the cutting edge.
2. If either end of the blade rotates downward, file that
end (not the cutting edge or the end near the cutting
edge). The blade is properly balanced when neither
end drops.
Danger
Installing the Blade
A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece
of the blade could be thrown into the operator’s
or bystander’s area, resulting in serious personal
injury or death.
1. Install a sharp, balanced Toro blade, the accelerator,
the lock washer, and the blade bolt. The sail of the
blade must point toward the top of the lawn mower
housing for proper installation. Torque the blade nuts
to 50 ft-lb (68 Nm).
• Inspect the blade periodically for wear or
damage.
• Replace a worn or damaged blade.
Warning
1. Grasp the end of the blade using a rag or a thickly
padded glove.
Operating the lawn mower without the
accelerator in place can cause the blade to flex,
bend, or break, resulting in serious injury or
death to the operator or bystanders.
2. Remove the blade bolt, the lock washer, the
accelerator, and the blade (Fig. 22).
Do not operate the lawn mower without the
accelerator.
Removing the Blade
2. Return the lawn mower to its upright position.
Sharpening the Blade
3. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
File the top side of the blade to maintain its original
cutting angle (Fig. 24A) and inner cutting edge radius
(Fig. 24B). The blade will remain balanced if you remove
the same amount of material from both cutting edges.
A
B
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Emptying the Fuel Tank and
Cleaning the Fuel Filter
2
The fuel filter (screen) element is located inside the fuel
tank. Clean the fuel filter element every 100 operating
hours.
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1. Stop the engine and wait for it to cool down.
Figure 24
1. Sharpen at this angle only
Important
2. Maintain the original
radius here
Drain gasoline from a cold engine only.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 12).
3. Close the fuel valve (Fig. 5).
Balancing the Blade
4. Disconnect the fuel line (Fig. 31) by loosening the
tube clamp at the carburetor.
1. Check the balance of the blade by placing the center
hole of the blade over a nail or screwdriver shank
clamped horizontally in a vise (Fig. 25).
5. Open the fuel valve.
6. Drain the gasoline completely from the tank and fuel
line into an approved fuel container.
7. Remove the fuel tank from the mower.
8. Close the fuel valve.
9. Pour a small amount of fuel in the fuel tank, move the
fuel around in the tank, and pour it out into an
approved fuel container.
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Figure 25
10. Install the fuel tank and fuel line; refer to Installing the
Fuel Tank and the Fuel Line on page 6.
Note: You can also check the balance using a
commercially manufactured blade balancer.
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Cleaning under the Belt Cover
Adjusting the Self-propel Drive
Self-propel Model only
Self-propel Model only
Keep the area under the belt cover free of debris.
If the lawn mower does not self-propel or has a tendency
to creep forward when the control bar is more than 1-1/2
inches (3.8 cm) from the handle, adjust the wheel drive
control knob on the rear of the gear box.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Remove the bolts that secure the belt cover (Fig. 26) to
the lawn mower housing.
1. Close the door in the lawn mower housing and remove
the grass bag.
1
2. Rotate the control knob clockwise / turn if the lawn
mower does not self-propel. If the lawn mower creeps
forward, rotate the knob / turn counterclockwise to
loosen the belt (Fig. 28).
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Figure 26
1. Belt cover
3. Lift off the cover and brush out all the debris around
the belt area.
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4. Install the belt cover.
Figure 28
Lubricating the Pivot Arms
1. Control knob
Self-propel Model only
3. Slowly pull the lawn mower backward while you
gradually move the control bar toward the handle.
After every 25 operating hours or when the season ends,
lubricate the pivot arms.
Note: The adjustment is correct when the rear wheels stop
turning and the control bar is about one inch (2.5 cm)
from the handle (Fig. 29).
1. Move the rear wheel cutting height levers to the center
setting.
2. Wipe the grease fittings with a clean rag (Fig. 27).
1
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Figure 29
1. One inch (2.5 cm)
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Figure 27
1. Grease fitting
3. Install a grease gun onto the fitting and gently apply 2
or 3 pumps of #2 multi-purpose lithium base grease
(Fig. 27).
Note: Excessive grease pressure may damage the seals.
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Servicing the Spark Plug
Warning
Check the spark plug after every 100 operating hours. Use
an NGK BPR5ES spark plug or equivalent.
Oil may be hot after the engine has been run, and
contact with hot oil can cause sever personal
injury.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 12).
Avoid contacting the hot engine oil when you
drain it.
3. Clean around the spark plug.
4. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head.
2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Important Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty spark
plug. Do not clean the electrodes because grit entering the
cylinder can damage the engine.
3. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 12).
4. Drain the engine oil; refer to Changing the Engine Oil
on page 17.
5. Set the gap on the plug to 0.030 in. (0.76 mm)
(Fig. 30).
5. Place a rag under the oil filter to catch any oil that
may leak out as you remove the filter.
1
6. Remove the oil filter.
7. Use your finger to coat the gasket on the new filter
with clean engine oil (Fig. 32).
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Figure 30
1. 0.030 in. (0.76 mm)
6. Install the spark plug and the gasket seal.
7. Torque the plug to 17 ft-lb (23 Nm).
8. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
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Changing the Oil Filter
Figure 32
Replace the oil filter (Fig. 31) after every 100 operating
hours or yearly, whichever comes first.
1. Gasket
8. Install the new filter and hand tighten it 2/3 turn only.
9. Fill the crankcase to the Full line on the dipstick with
fresh oil. Refer to Filling the Crankcase with Oil on
page 7.
10. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
11. Run the engine for about 3 minutes.
1
2
12. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
check for oil leakage around the filter.
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13. Add oil to compensate for the oil in the oil filter. Refer
to Checking the Engine Oil Level on page 15.
Figure 31
1. Oil filter
2. Fuel line
14. Recycle the used oil filter according to local codes.
1. Run the engine to warm the oil.
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Lubricating the Gear Case
Hand-push Model only
A. Loosen the jam nut on the blade brake cable
(Fig. 34).
After every 100 operating hours, grease the gear case.
1. Remove the grass bag.
1
2. Install a grease gun onto the fitting through the belt
cover opening (Fig. 33).
1
2
2
3
4
6
5
483
Figure 34
1. Handle
2. Brake lever
3. 3/16 to 1/4 in. (5 to 6 mm)
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Figure 33
1. Belt cover
4. Cable adjuster
5. Jam nut
6. cable conduit
2. Grease fitting
B. Insert a 3/16 to 1/4 in. (5 to 6 mm) object between
the brake lever and the handle.
3. Gently apply one to 2 pumps of #2 multi-purpose
lithium-base grease.
C. Turn the cable adjuster on the brake cable until you
remove the slack.
4. Install the grass bag.
D. Tighten the jam nut.
Adjusting the Blade Brake
Cable
Self-propel Model only
A. Loosen the nut on the cable bracket (Fig. 35).
Whenever you install a new blade brake cable assembly,
adjust it.
1
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 9).
3. Check the adjustment of the cable by moving the
control bar toward the handle until you remove the
slack in the cable.
2
Note: The gap between the brake lever and the handle
must be between 3/16 and 1/4 in. (5 and 6 mm). To
adjust the cable, go to step 4.
3
4
Figure 35
1. Handle
2. Brake lever
3. 3/16 to 1/4 in. (5 to 6 mm)
4. cable bracket
4. To adjust the cable, do the following:
B. Insert a 3/16 to 1/4 in. (5 to 6 mm) object between
the brake lever and the handle.
C. Pull down on the cable conduit until you remove
the slack from the wire.
D. Tighten the nut.
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Servicing the Wheels
6. Install the 2 cap screws and 2 locknuts previously
removed in the remaining holes in the wheel halves
and tighten. Remove the 2 long screws or bolts and
replace them with 2 cap screws and 2 locknuts
(Fig. 36).
Removing the Wheels
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
7. Install the wheel to the pivot arm with the cap screws,
a spacer, and a locknut. Ensure that the spacer is
positioned between the wheel hub and the pivot arm
(Fig. 36).
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 12).
3. Remove the cap screw, the wheel spacer, and the
locknut mounting the wheel to the pivot arm (Fig. 36).
1
2
3
4
5
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Storage
To prepare the lawn mower for off-season storage,
perform the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer
to Maintenance on page 14.
Store the lawn mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover
the lawn mower to keep it clean and protected.
6
7
5
7
8
9
Preparing the Fuel System
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Figure 36
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Locknuts
Wheel spacer
Bearing/hub assembly
Bearing spacer
Wheel half
Warning
6. Plastic cover (rear wheels
only)
7. Lug
8. Bearing (2)
9. Cap screw
Gasoline can vaporize if you store it over long
periods of time and explode if it comes into
contact with an open flame.
• Do not store gasoline over long periods of time.
• Do not store the lawn mower with gasoline in
the fuel tank or the carburetor in an enclosure
with an open flame. (For example, a furnace or
a water heater pilot light.)
• Allow the engine to cool before storing it in any
enclosure.
4. Separate the wheel halves from the tire by removing 4
cap screws and 4 locknuts (Fig. 36).
Note: If you remove the bearings from the bearing/hub
assembly, remove them by pressing on the bearing spacer
(Fig. 36).
Assembling the Wheels
Empty the fuel tank when mowing the last time before
storing the lawn mower.
1. Position the tire onto one wheel half, aligning the lugs
on each (Fig. 36).
1. Run the lawn mower until the engine stops from
running out of fuel.
2. Place the bearing/hub assembly into the center hole of
the wheel half. Ensure that the legs of the hub are
positioned over the flange of the hole (Fig. 36).
2. Prime the engine and start it again.
3. Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can
no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry.
3. Place the other wheel half onto the bearing/hub
assembly, aligning the wheel and the tire lugs and the
mounting holes (Fig. 36).
4. Using 2 fully threaded screws or bolts (1/4–20 x
1.50 in.) and non-locking nuts, loosely secure the
wheel halves together. Mount the screws or bolts in the
opposing holes (Fig. 36).
5. Check the alignment of all parts and tighten the
screws, alternating from side to side for a uniform fit,
until the wheel halves are drawn together (Fig. 36).
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Preparing the Engine
Removing the Lawn Mower
from Storage
1. While the engine is still warm, change the oil from the
crankcase. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil on
page 17.
1. Check and tighten all fasteners.
2. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly
using the starter to blow excess oil from the cylinder.
2. Remove the spark plug (Fig. 12).
3. Using an oil can, add about one tablespoon of oil to
the crankcase through the spark plug hole.
3. Clean the spark plug or replace it if it is cracked,
broken, or if the electrodes are worn.
4. Slowly rotate the engine several times, using the
starter rope, to distribute the oil.
4. Install the spark plug and torque it to 17 ft-lb
(23 N⋅m).
5. Install the spark plug but do not connect the wire to
the spark plug.
5. Perform any needed maintenance procedures; refer to
Maintenance on page 14.
6. Fill the fuel in the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.
General Information
7. Check the engine oil level.
1. Clean the lawn mower housing. Refer to Cleaning the
Underside of the Lawn Mower Housing on page 15.
8. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
2. Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder, cylinder
head fins, and blower housing.
Accessories
3. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the top
of the lawn mower housing.
You may purchase the following accessories from an
Authorized Service Dealer:
• Side Discharge Kit
4. Check the condition of the blade. Refer to Maintaining
the Cutting Blade on page 17.
• Atomic Blade
5. Service the air filter; refer to Servicing the Air Filter
on page 16.
6. Lubricate the pivot arms; refer to Lubricating the Pivot
Arms on page 16.
7. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
8. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces with
paint available from an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Troubleshooting
Toro designed and built your lawn mower for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully,
and refer to Maintenance on page 14 for more information. If a problem continues, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Problem
Engine does not start
Engine starts hard or loses power
Engine runs rough
Possible Causes
Corrective Action
1. The fuel tank is empty or the
fuel system contains stale fuel.
1. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank
with fresh gasoline. If the
problem persists, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
2. The throttle lever is not in the
Choke position.
2. Move the throttle lever to the
Choke position.
3. The wire is not connected to
the spark plug.
3. Connect the wire to the spark
plug.
4. The spark plug is pitted, fouled,
or the gap is incorrect.
4. Check the spark plug and
adjust the gap if necessary.
Replace the spark plug if it is
pitted, fouled, or cracked.
1. The fuel tank contains stale
fuel.
1. Drain and fill the fuel tank with
fresh gasoline.
2. The fuel cap vent hole is
plugged.
2. Clean the fuel cap vent hole or
replace the fuel cap.
3. The air filter element is dirty
and is restricting the air flow.
3. Clean the air filter pre-cleaner
and/or replace the paper air
filter.
4. The underside of the lawn
mower deck contains clippings
and debris.
4. Clean the underside of the lawn
mower deck.
5. The spark plug is pitted, fouled,
or the gap is incorrect.
5. Check the spark plug and
adjust the gap if necessary.
Replace the spark plug if it is
pitted, fouled, or cracked.
6. The engine oil level is low or
the oil is dirty.
6. Check the engine oil. Change
the oil if it is dirty or add oil if it
is low.
1. The wire is not connected to
the spark plug.
1. Connect the wire to the spark
plug.
2. The spark plug is pitted, fouled,
or the gap is incorrect.
2. Check the spark plug and
adjust the gap if necessary.
Replace the spark plug if it is
pitted, fouled, or cracked.
3. The throttle lever is not in the
Fast position.
3. Move the throttle lever to the
Fast position.
4. The air filter element is dirty
and is restricting the air flow.
4. Clean the air filter pre-cleaner
and/or replace the paper air
filter.
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Problem
Lawn mower or engine vibrates
excessively
Uneven cutting pattern
Discharge chute plugs
Lawn mower does not self-propel
(self-propel model only)
Possible Causes
Corrective Action
1. The blade is bent or is out of
balance.
1. Balance the blade. If the blade
is bent, replace it.
2. The blade mounting bolt is
loose.
2. Tighten the blade mounting
bolt.
3. The underside of the lawn
mower deck contains clippings
and debris.
3. Clean the underside of the lawn
mower deck.
4. The engine mounting bolts are
loose.
4. Tighten the engine mounting
bolts.
1. All 4 wheels are not at the
same height.
1. Place all 4 wheels at the same
height.
2. The blade is dull.
2. Sharpen and balance the
blade.
3. You are mowing in the same
pattern repeatedly.
3. Change the mowing pattern.
4. The underside of the lawn
mower deck contains clippings
and debris.
4. Clean the underside of the lawn
mower deck.
1. The throttle lever is not in the
Fast position.
1. Move the throttle lever to the
Fast position.
2. The cutting height is too low.
2. Raise the cutting height.
3. You are mowing too fast.
3. Slow down.
4. The grass is wet.
4. Allow the grass to dry before
mowing.
5. The underside of the lawn
mower deck contains clippings
and debris.
5. Clean the underside of the lawn
mower deck.
1. The self-propel drive cable is
out of adjustment or is
damaged.
1. Adjust the self-propel drive
cable. Replace the cable if
necessary.
2. There is debris under the belt
cover.
2. Clean the debris from under
the belt cover.
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Gas, Cordless,
Electric, and 21″
Commercial Duty
Walk Mowers
The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee
A Full Warranty
(Limited Warranty for Commercial Use)
Conditions and Products Covered
Owner Responsibilities
The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company,
pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair
any Toro Product used for normal residential purposes* if defective
in materials or workmanship or if it stops functioning due to the
failure of a component. The following time periods apply from the
date of purchase:
You must maintain your Toro Product by following the maintenance
procedures described in the operator’s manual. Such routine
maintenance, whether performed by a dealer or by you, is at your
expense.
Warranty Period
5 year full warranty
2 year full warranty
1 year full warranty
Products
•
•
•
Super Recycler Walk Mowers
All Other Mowers
All Batteries
This warranty includes the cost of parts and labor, but you must
pay transportation costs.
This warranty applies to all gas, cordless, and electric consumer
walk power mowers.
* Normal residential purposes means use of the product on the
same lot as your home. Use at more than one location is
considered commercial use, and the commercial use warranty
would apply.
Limited Warranty for Commercial Use
Toro Walk Power Mowers used for commercial, institutional, or
rental use are warranted against defects in materials or workmanship. Components failing due to normal wear are not covered by
this warranty. The following time periods apply from the date of
purchase:
Products
•
•
21″ Commercial
Duty Walk Mowers
All Other Mowers
Warranty Period
Engine
2 year limited
Entire Unit
1 year limited
45 day limited
45 day limited
Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service
If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or
workmanship, follow this procedure:
1. Contact any Toro Authorized or Master Service Dealer to
arrange service at their dealership. To locate a dealer
convenient to you, refer to the Yellow Pages of your telephone
directory (look under “Lawn Mowers”) or access our website at
www.Toro.com. U.S. Customers may also call 800-421-9684
to use our 24-hour Toro dealer locator system.
Items and Conditions Not Covered
There is no other express warranty except for special emission
system coverage on some products and the Toro Starting
Guarantee on GTS Engine. This express warranty does not cover:
• Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters,
fuel, lubricants, oil changes, spark plugs, blade sharpening,
worn blade, cable/linkage adjustments, or brake and clutch
adjustments
• Any product or part which has been altered or misused or
required replacement or repair due to accidents or lack of
proper maintenance
• Repairs necessary due to improper fuel, contaminants in the
fuel system, or failure to properly prepare the fuel system prior
to any period of non-use over three months
• Repairs necessary due to improper battery care, electrical
supply irregularities, or failure to properly prepare the mower
prior to any period of non-use
• Pickup and delivery charges
All repairs covered by this warranty must be performed by an
Authorized Toro Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement
parts.
General Conditions
Repair by an Authorized Toro Service Dealer is your sole remedy
under this warranty.
Neither The Toro Company nor Toro Warranty Company is liable
for indirect, incidental or consequential damages in connection
with the use of the Toro Products covered by this warranty,
including any cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or
service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non-use
pending completion of repairs under this warranty.
Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
2. Bring the product and your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to
the Service Dealer.
If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer’s
analysis or with the assistance provided, contact us at:
Customer Care Department, Consumer Division
Toro Warranty Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
800-348-2424 (U.S. customers)
877-484-9255 (Canada customers)
Countries Other than the United States or Canada
Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer)
to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or
have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty
Company.
Part No. 374-0000 Rev. B

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