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

Form No. 3359-636 Rev A
21in Heavy-Duty Recycler® /
Rear-Bagger Lawn Mower
Model No. 22187—Serial No. 280000001 and Up
Register at www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)
Warning
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
the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or
grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas
may have similar laws.
Figure 1
1. Model and serial number plate
Model No.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
Serial No.
The enclosed Engine Owner’s Manual is supplied
for information regarding the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California
Emission Control Regulation of emission systems,
maintenance, and warranty. Replacements may be
ordered through the engine manufacturer.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol
(Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
Introduction
Figure 2
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury
and product damage. You are responsible for operating
the product properly and safely.
1. Safety alert symbol
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for
product and accessory information, help finding a
dealer, or to register your product.
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
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
© 2007—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
2
Contact us at www.Toro.com.
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved
Contents
Storage....................................................................... 25
Preparing the Fuel System................................... 25
Preparing the Engine.......................................... 25
General Information .......................................... 25
Removing the Lawn Mower from Storage............ 25
Troubleshooting......................................................... 26
Introduction................................................................. 2
Safety ........................................................................... 4
General Lawn Mower Safety ................................. 4
Training................................................................ 4
Preparation .......................................................... 4
Operation............................................................. 5
Maintenance and Storage...................................... 5
Safety and Instructional Decals ............................. 6
Setup............................................................................ 7
1 Installing the Handle.......................................... 7
2 Installing the Starter Rope .................................. 8
3 Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel
Line.................................................................. 8
4 Installing the Discharge Tunnel Plug................... 9
5 Filling the Crankcase with Oil............................. 9
Product Overview ...................................................... 10
Controls ............................................................. 10
Operation................................................................... 10
Checking the Engine Oil Level............................ 10
Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline ..................... 11
Starting the Engine............................................. 12
Stopping the Engine ........................................... 13
Using the Self-propel Drive ................................ 13
Using the Discharge Tunnel Plug ........................ 13
Adjusting the Cutting Height .............................. 14
Using the Grass Bag ........................................... 14
Operating Tips ................................................... 15
Maintenance............................................................... 17
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ................ 17
Lubrication............................................................. 18
Lubricating the Pivot Arms................................. 18
Lubricating the Gear Case................................... 18
Engine Maintenance............................................... 18
Servicing the Air Filter........................................ 18
Changing the Engine Oil .................................... 19
Changing the Oil Filter ....................................... 19
Servicing the Spark Plug ..................................... 20
Fuel System Maintenance ....................................... 20
Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the
Fuel Filter....................................................... 20
Drive System Maintenance ..................................... 21
Adjusting the Self-propel Drive........................... 21
Controls System Maintenance................................. 21
Adjusting the Blade Brake Cable ......................... 21
Blade Maintenance ................................................. 22
Maintaining the Cutting Blade............................. 22
Cleaning ................................................................. 23
Cleaning under the Lawn Mower Housing ........... 23
Cleaning the Discharge Tunnel and
Plug................................................................ 24
Cleaning under the Belt Cover............................. 24
3
Training
Safety
• Read the Operator’s Manual and other training
material.
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.
• If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English
it is the owner’s responsibility to explain this material
to them.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
Improperly using or maintaining this lawn mower
can result in injury. To reduce the potential for
injury, comply with these safety instructions.
• All operators and mechanics should be trained. The
owner is responsible for training the users.
Toro designed and tested this lawn mower for to offer
reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply
with the following instructions may result in
personal injury.
• 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.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.
Preparation
Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed
area.
• Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories
and attachments are needed to properly and safely
perform the job.
To ensure maximum safety, 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. Pay particular attention
to the safety alert symbol (Figure 2) which means
Caution, Warning, or Danger—“personal safety
instruction.” Read and understand the instruction
because it has to do with safety. Failure to comply
with the instruction may result in personal injury.
• 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.
General Lawn Mower Safety
• Use extra care when handling gasoline and other
fuels.
• Only use accessories and attachments approved by
the manufacturer.
• Wear appropriate clothing, including safety glasses
and hearing protection. Long hair, loose clothing or
jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
– They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and
feet and of throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
– Use only an approved container.
The following instructions are from the ANSI/OPEI
B71.4–2004 standard.
– Do not smoke.
– Never remove gas cap or add fuel when engine
is running.
– 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.
4
Operation
Maintenance and Storage
• Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
• Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting,
cleaning or repairing.
• Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes
and hidden hazards.
• Clean grass and debris from cutting unit, muffler,
and engine to help prevent fires.
• Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is
engaged before starting engine.
• Clean up oil or fuel spillage.
• Only start engine from the operator’s position.
• Let engine cool before storing and do not store near
flame.
• Be sure of your footing while using pedestrian
controlled equipment, especially when backing up.
• Do not store fuel near flames or drain indoors.
• Walk, don’t run.
• Never allow untrained personnel to service machine.
• Never operate on wet grass. Reduced footing could
cause slipping.
• Use care when checking blade.
• Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use caution when
servicing.
• Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure
to travel side to side on hillsides.
• Only replace blade. Never straighten or weld them.
• Use caution while operating near drop-offs.
• Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
• Slow down and use caution when making turns and
when changing directions on slopes.
• If possible, do not make adjustments with the engine
running.
• Never raise deck with the blades running.
• Keep all parts in good working condition and all
hardware tightened.
• Never operate with the discharge deflector raised,
removed or altered, unless using a grass catcher.
• Replace all worn or damaged decals.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
• Stop on level ground and shut off engine before
leaving the operator’s position for any reason
including emptying the catchers or unclogging the
chute.
• Stop equipment and inspect blades after striking
objects or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make
necessary repairs before resuming operations.
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
• Look behind and down before backing up to be sure
of a clear path.
• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do
not point it at anyone.
• Do not operate the mower under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• Use care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
5
Safety and Instructional 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.
Manufacturer’s Mark
68-7410
1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original
machine manufacturer.
74-1970
1. Transmission speeds
2. Neutral
98-4387
1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
39-5770
106-0690
110-4989
6
Setup
Loose Parts
Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped.
Procedure
1
2
3
4
5
Description
Use
Qty.
Handle
Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/4 inches)
Washer
Thin locknut (5/16 inch)
Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches)
Locknut (5/16 inch)
Bag support rod
Cap locknut
Cable tie
1
2
4
2
2
2
1
2
1
Install the handle.
No parts required
–
Install the starter rope.
Self-tapping screw
Fuel tank
2
1
Install the fuel tank and fuel line.
Discharge tunnel plug
1
Install the discharge tunnel plug.
No parts required
–
Fill the crankcase with oil.
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
x 1-1/4 inches), washers, and thin locknuts (5/16
inch) (Figure 3).
1
Installing the Handle
Parts needed for this procedure:
1
Handle
2
Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/4 inches)
4
Washer
2
Thin locknut (5/16 inch)
2
Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches)
2
Locknut (5/16 inch)
1
Bag support rod
2
Cap locknut
1
Cable tie
Figure 3
1. Handle latch
2. Bag support rod
3. Cap locknut (2)
4. Handle
5. Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches)
6. Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/4 inches)
2. Secure the handle latches to the handle with 2 bolts
(5/16 x 1-1/2 inches), washers, and locknuts (5/16
inch) (Figure 3).
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
Procedure
1. Mount the handle to the outside of the lawn mower
housing (using the bottom hole) with 2 bolts (5/16
7
the handle latches to the handle into the other
mounting holes in the latches.
3
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 (Figure 3).
Installing the Fuel Tank and
the Fuel Line
4. Use a cable tie to secure the control cables to the left
handle below the bag support rod.
Parts needed for this procedure:
2
Installing the Starter Rope
2
Self-tapping screw
1
Fuel tank
Procedure
1. Slide the end of the fuel line onto the elbow fitting
(Figure 5).
No Parts Required
Procedure
Pull the starter rope through the rope guide on the
handle (Figure 4).
Figure 4
1. Starter rope
Figure 5
2. Rope guide
1. Fuel tank
2. Elbow fitting
Note: To make the rope easier to install, squeeze the
control bar on the handle.
3. Fuel line
4. Fuel line clamp
2. Secure the fuel line in place with the fuel line clamp
(Figure 5).
3. Slide the plastic clips on the front of the fuel tank
onto the fuel tank mount (Figure 6).
8
Figure 7
1. Discharge door handle
2. Plug, rotated clockwise
2. Since the plug is slightly wider than the discharge
tunnel opening, rotate the plug clockwise slightly
while inserting it (Figure 7).
Figure 6
Note: Ensure that the arrow on the plug decal
points upward.
1. Plastic clip (2)
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 (Figure 8).
4. Secure the bottom of the fuel tank to the fuel tank
bracket by installing the self-tapping screws from the
bottom. Torque the screws to 40 to 50 in-lb (4.5
to 5.6 Nm).
4
Installing the Discharge Tunnel
Plug
Figure 8
Parts needed for this procedure:
1
1. Spring clip
Discharge tunnel plug
4. Release the discharge door handle to lock the top
of the plug.
Procedure
1. Open the discharge door by pulling forward on the
handle and moving it rearward (Figure 7). Hold the
discharge door handle to prevent the spring-loaded
door from closing while you insert the plug.
5
Filling the Crankcase with Oil
No Parts Required
Procedure
The engine crankcase is shipped without oil. You
must fill it with approximately 29 ounces (0.85 l) of oil
before starting the engine. Refer to Checking the Engine
Oil Level for oil specifications and instructions.
9
Product Overview
Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.
Each time before you mow, make sure that the
self-propel drive and the blade control bar operate
properly. When you release the blade control bar, the
blade and self-propel drive should stop. If they do not,
contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
This machine produces sound levels in excess
of 85dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause
hearing loss through extended periods of
exposure.
Figure 9
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Handle
Throttle control lever
Grass bag
Fuel tank
Oil filter
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Air filter
Cutting height lever
Spark plug
Oil fill/dipstick
Blade control bar
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
Controls
Figure 11
1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Initially, fill the crankcase with 29 ounces (0.85 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.
Figure 10
1. Blade control bar
2. Throttle control lever
3. Recoil starter handle
Oil Capacity
With oil filter
29 ounces (0.85 L)
Without oil filter
22 ounces (0.65 L)
Before each use, ensure that the oil level is between the
Add and Full marks on the dipstick (Figure 12).
10
Filling the Fuel Tank with
Gasoline
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.
Figure 12
1. Dipstick
2. Full
3. Add
1. Move the lawn mower to a level surface.
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.
2. Clean around the dipstick (Figure 12).
3. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap
counterclockwise and pulling it out.
• Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area,
and when the engine is cold. Wipe up any
gasoline that spills.
Note: When the crankcase is empty, pour about
3/4 of the crankcase capacity of oil in the crankcase.
4. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.
• 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.
5. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck, then remove
it.
Note: To ensure an accurate oil level reading, you
must fully install the dipstick.
• Never smoke when handling gasoline, and
stay away from an open flame or where a
spark may ignite the gasoline fumes.
6. Read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure 12).
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.
• 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.
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.
8. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck and rotate the
cap clockwise until it is tight.
11
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.
• 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.
Figure 13
3. Air cleaner
4. Spark plug
1. Oil fill/dipstick
2. Fuel tank cap
• If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a truck or trailer from a
portable container, not from a gasoline
dispenser nozzle.
2. Remove the cap from the tank.
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.
• 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.
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.
4. Install the fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled
gasoline.
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.
Starting the Engine
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.
1.
2.
3.
4.
1. Clean around the fuel tank cap (Figure 13).
Connect the wire to the spark plug (Figure 13).
Open the fuel valve (Figure 23).
Move the throttle control to the Choke position.
Move the ground speed control to the Neutral (N)
position (Figure 14).
Figure 14
1. Ground speed control
12
5. Pull the starter handle 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 Run/Drive position; this can damage the
transmission. Move the blade control bar to the
Run/Shift position (Figure 16) when you change
the ground speed.
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 the ground speed control to
the Neutral (N) 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 bar 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.
Using the Self-propel Drive
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 (Figure 15).
Using the Discharge Tunnel
Plug
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop.
2. Insert the plug; refer to Installing the Discharge
Tunnel Plug.
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.
Figure 15
1. Ground speed control
1. Move the ground speed control to the Neutral (N)
position.
2. Start the engine.
3. Squeeze the blade control bar against the handle to
the Run/Drive position (Figure 16).
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.
Figure 16
1. Run/Drive position
2. Run/Shift position
3. Stop position
Note: Do not shift speeds while you squeeze
the blade control bar against the handle in
13
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).
Adjusting the cutting height levers could bring
your hands into contact with a moving blade
and result in serious injury.
Figure 18
1. Bag frame on retaining
post
2. Pin engaged in catch
• 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.
3. Handle fully forward;
discharge door closed
3. Slide the hole in the bag frame onto the retaining
post on the discharge tunnel (Figure 18).
1. Pull the wheel height adjustment lever toward the
wheel (Figure 17) and move it to the desired setting.
4. Set the rear of the bag frame onto the bag support
rod.
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 (Figure 19).
Figure 17
1. Wheel height adjustment lever
2. Release the wheel height adjustment lever and seat
it securely in the notch.
Figure 19
3. Adjust all the wheels to the same cutting height
setting.
1. Pin locked in bag notch
Using the Grass Bag
Note: The discharge door in the lawn mower
housing is now open.
Occasionally, you may wish to use the grass bag for
bagging extra long grass, lush grass, or leaves.
Installing the Grass Bag
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
(Figure 18).
14
Mowing with the Grass Bag
Operating Tips
General Tips
• Review the safety instructions and read this manual
carefully before operating the lawn mower.
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.
• Clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches, and
other debris that the blade could hit and throw.
• Keep everyone, especially children and pets, away
from the area of operation.
Check the grass bag frequently. If it is
damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag.
• Avoid striking trees, walls, curbs, or other solid
objects. Never deliberately mow over any object.
Removing the Grass 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.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop.
2. Raise the discharge door handle and move it forward
to engage the pin with the catch (Figure 18).
• Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting
season. Periodically file down nicks on the blade.
3. Grasp the handles at the front and the rear of the
bag and lift the bag off the lawn mower.
• Replace the blade when necessary with an original
Toro replacement blade.
4. Gradually tip the bag forward to empty the clippings.
• 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.
5. To install the bag, refer to Installing the Grass Bag.
If the discharge door does not close completely,
the lawn mower could throw objects, causing
serious personal injury or death.
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if
you slip and contact the blade.
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.
Mow only in dry conditions.
• Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck after
each mowing. See Cleaning the Underside of the
Lawn Mower Housing.
• Keep the engine in good running condition.
• Set the engine speed to the fastest position for the
best cutting results.
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.
Never open the door on the discharge tunnel
when the engine is running.
15
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.
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.
• 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.
– Do not change the engine speed setting.
– If you suspect the engine speed is faster
than normal, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
• Slow down your mowing speed if the lawn mower
does not cut the leaves finely enough.
• Clean the air filter frequently. Mulching stirs up
more clippings and dust which clogs the air filter
and reduces engine performance.
• If you mow over oak leaves, you can add lime to
the grass in the spring to reduce the acidity of the
oak leaves.
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).
16
Maintenance
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)
Maintenance Service
Interval
Maintenance Procedure
After the first 8 hours
• Change the engine oil without the oil filter.
Before each use or daily
•
•
•
•
•
Check the engine oil level.
Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade control bar.
Inspect the mower blades for wear or damage.
Clean under the lawn mower housing.
Clean the discharge tunnel and plug.
Every 25 hours
• Lubricate the pivot arms.
• Clean the foam pre-cleaner (more frequently in dusty conditions).
Every 50 hours
• Change the engine oil (more often in dusty conditions).
• Check the fuel hose and replace it if necessary.
• Clean under the belt cover.
Every 100 hours
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Every 300 hours
• Replace the paper air filter (more frequently in dusty conditions).
Yearly or before storage
Lubricate the gear case.
Change the engine oil and oil filter.
Check the spark plug.
Clean the fuel filter.
Adjust the self-propel drive.
Adjust the blade brake cable.
Clean the air cooling fins.
• Empty the fuel tank.
Important: Refer to your Engine Operator’s Manual for additional maintenance procedures.
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.
17
Lubrication
Engine Maintenance
Lubricating the Pivot Arms
Servicing the Air Filter
Service Interval: Every 25 hours
Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Clean the foam
pre-cleaner (more frequently in dusty
conditions).
1. Move the rear wheel cutting height levers to the
center setting.
Every 300 hours—Replace the paper
air filter (more frequently in dusty
conditions).
2. Wipe the grease fittings with a clean rag (Figure 20).
Important: Do not operate the engine without the
air filter assembly; extreme engine damage will
occur.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 13).
3. Remove the cover and clean it thoroughly (Figure 22).
Figure 20
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.
Important: Excessive grease pressure may
damage the seals.
Lubricating the Gear Case
Service Interval: Every 100 hours
1. Remove the grass bag.
2. Wipe the grease fittings with a clean rag (Figure 21).
Figure 22
1. Cover
2. Paper air filter
3. Air filter base
4. Remove and inspect the paper air filter (Figure 22),
and discard it if it is excessively dirty.
Important: Do not try to clean a paper filter.
Figure 21
1. Belt cover
5. Remove the foam pre-cleaner and wash it with a mild
detergent and water, then blot it dry (Figure 22).
2. Grease fitting
6. Install the foam pre-cleaner onto the paper air filter.
3. Install a grease gun onto the fitting through the belt
cover opening (Figure 21).
7. Install the air filter assembly.
Note: Install a new paper air filter if you discarded
the old one.
4. Gently apply one to 2 pumps of #2 multi-purpose
lithium-base grease.
5. Install the grass bag.
8. Install the cover.
18
Changing the Engine Oil
Changing the Oil Filter
Service Interval: After the first 8 hours
Service Interval: Every 100 hours
1. Run the engine to warm the oil.
Every 50 hours
1. Run the engine to warm the engine oil.
Note: Warm oil flows better and carries more
contaminants.
Oil may be hot after the engine has been run,
and contact with hot oil can cause severe
personal injury.
Avoid contacting the hot engine oil when you
drain it.
Oil may be hot after engine has been run, and
contact with hot oil can cause severe personal
injury.
2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Avoid contacting the hot engine oil when you
drain it.
3. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 13).
4. Drain the engine oil; refer to Changing the Engine
Oil.
2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
5. Place a rag under the oil filter to catch any oil that
may leak out as you remove the filter.
3. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 13).
4. Place a suitable drain pan under the right side of the
lawn mower.
6. Remove the oil filter.
5. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap
counterclockwise and pulling it out.
6. Raise the left side of the lawn mower to drain the oil
into the drain pan.
Note: You can also remove the oil from the
crankcase using an oil extractor.
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.
Figure 23
9. Recycle the used oil according to local codes.
1. Fuel valve
10. Fill the crankcase to the Full line on the dipstick with
fresh oil. Refer to the Filling the Crankcase with Oil.
2. Oil filter
7. Use your finger to coat the gasket on the new filter
with oil (Figure 24).
11. Wipe up any spilled oil.
Figure 24
1. Gasket
19
Fuel System
Maintenance
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.
11. Run the engine for about 3 minutes.
Emptying the Fuel Tank and
Cleaning the Fuel Filter
12. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop,
and check for oil leakage around the filter.
Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Check the fuel hose
and replace it if necessary.
10. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
13. Add oil to compensate for the oil in the oil filter.
Refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level.
Every 100 hours—Clean the fuel
filter.
14. Recycle the used oil filter according to local codes.
Yearly or before storage—Empty the
fuel tank.
Servicing the Spark Plug
The fuel filter (screen) element is located inside the fuel
tank.
Service Interval: Every 100 hours
1. Stop the engine and wait for it to cool down.
Use an NGK BPR5ES spark plug or equivalent.
Important: Drain gasoline from a cold engine
only.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 13).
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 13).
3. Clean around the spark plug.
3. Close the fuel valve (Figure 23).
4. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head.
4. Disconnect the fuel line by loosening the tube clamp
at the carburetor.
Important: Replace a cracked, fouled, or
dirty spark plug. Do not clean the electrodes
because grit entering the cylinder can damage
the engine.
5. Open the fuel valve.
6. Drain the gasoline completely from the tank and fuel
line into an approved fuel container.
5. Set the gap on the plug to 0.030 in. (0.76 mm)
(Figure 25).
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.
10. Install the fuel tank and fuel line; refer to Installing
the Fuel Tank and the Fuel Line.
Figure 25
1. Center electrode insulator
2. Side electrode
3. Air gap (not to scale)
6. Install the spark plug and the gasket seal.
7. Torque the plug to 17 ft-lb (23 N⋅m).
8. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
20
Drive System
Maintenance
Controls System
Maintenance
Adjusting the Self-propel Drive
Adjusting the Blade Brake
Cable
Service Interval: Every 100 hours
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Ensure that
the engine stops within 3 seconds
after releasing the blade control bar.
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.
Every 100 hours—Adjust the blade
brake cable.
1. Close the door in the lawn mower housing and
remove the grass bag.
Whenever you install a new blade brake cable assembly,
adjust it.
2. Rotate the control knob clockwise a half turn if
the lawn mower does not self-propel. If the lawn
mower creeps forward, rotate the knob a half turn
counterclockwise to loosen the belt (Figure 26).
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
3. Check the adjustment of the cable by moving the
blade control bar toward the handle until you remove
the slack in the cable.
Note: The gap between the brake lever and the
handle must be between 3/16 and 1/4 inch (5 and 6
mm). to adjust the cable.
4. To adjust the cable, do the following:
A. Loosen the nut on the cable bracket (Figure 28).
Figure 26
1. Control knob
3. Slowly pull the lawn mower backward while you
gradually move the control bar toward the handle.
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 (Figure 27).
Figure 28
1. Handle
2. Brake lever
3. 3/16 to 1/4 inch (5 to 6
mm)
4. Cable bracket
B. Insert a 3/16 to 1/4 inch (5 to 6 mm) object
between the brake lever and the handle
(Figure 16).
Figure 27
1. 1 inch (2.5 cm)
C. Pull down on the cable conduit until you remove
the slack from the wire (Figure 16).
D. Tighten the nut (Figure 16).
21
Blade Maintenance
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.
Maintaining the Cutting Blade
Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts
cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades.
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. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
3. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank; refer to
Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter.
• Inspect the blade periodically for wear or
damage.
4. Tip the mower onto its right side (Figure 29).
• Replace a worn or damaged blade.
Removing the Blade
Grasp the end of the blade using a rag or a thickly
padded glove. Remove the blade bolt, the lock washer,
the accelerator, and the blade (Figure 29).
Sharpening the Blade
File the top side of the blade to maintain its original
cutting angle (Figure 31A) and inner cutting edge radius
(Figure 31B). The blade will remain balanced if you
remove the same amount of material from both cutting
edges.
Figure 29
1. Blade
3. Accelerator
2. Blade bolt and lock washer
Inspecting the Blade
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Carefully examine the blade for sharpness and wear,
especially where the flat and the curved parts meet
(Figure 30A). 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 (Figure 30B
and Figure 30C), replace the blade; refer to Removing
the Blade.
Figure 31
1. Sharpen at this angle only. 2. Maintain the original radius
here.
Balancing the Blade
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 (Figure 32).
Figure 32
Figure 30
1. Sail
2. Flat part of the blade
3. Wear
4. Slot formed
22
Cleaning
Note: You can also check the balance using a
commercially manufactured blade balancer.
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.
Cleaning under the Lawn
Mower Housing
Installing the Blade
To ensure the best performance, keep the underside of
the lawn mower housing clean. Be especially careful to
keep the kickers free of debris (Figure 33).
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
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
bolt to 50 ft-lb (68 N·m).
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.
Figure 33
Do not operate the lawn mower without the
accelerator.
1. Kickers
2. Return the lawn mower to its upright position.
Washing Method
3. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
1. Position the lawn mower on a flat concrete or asphalt
surface near a garden hose.
2. Start the engine.
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 (Figure 34).
Figure 34
1. Right rear wheel
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.
4. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
5. Turn off the water.
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.
23
Scraping Method
If washing does not remove all debris from under the
lawn mower, scrape it clean.
1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 13).
2. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank. Refer to Emptying
the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter.
Grass clippings and other objects can be thrown
from an open discharge tunnel and cause
serious injury or kill the operator or bystanders.
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.
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.
• The grass bag is locked in place.
• The optional side discharge chute is locked
in place.
• The discharge tunnel door is locked in place.
Avoid fuel spills by running the engine dry or
by removing the gasoline with a hand pump;
never siphon.
Cleaning under the Belt Cover
Service Interval: Every 50 hours
3. Tip the lawn mower onto its right side .
4. Remove the dirt and grass clippings with a hardwood
scraper. Avoid burrs and sharp edges.
5. Turn the lawn mower upright.
6. Fill the fuel tank.
7. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
Keep the area under the belt cover free of debris.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Remove the bolts that secure the belt cover
(Figure 35) to the lawn mower housing.
Cleaning the Discharge Tunnel
and Plug
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Remove the plug from the discharge tunnel and clean
it after each use.
Figure 35
1. Belt cover
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.
3. Lift off the cover and brush out all the debris around
the belt area.
4. Install the belt cover.
24
General Information
Storage
1. Clean the lawn mower housing. Refer to Clean under
the Lawn Mower Housing.
To prepare the lawn mower for off-season storage,
perform the recommended maintenance procedures.
Refer to Maintenance.
2. Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder, cylinder
head fins, and blower housing.
Store the lawn mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover
the lawn mower to keep it clean and protected.
3. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the
top of the lawn mower housing.
Preparing the Fuel System
4. Check the condition of the blade. Refer to
Maintaining the Cutting Blade.
5. Clean the blade brake clutch shield; refer to Cleaning
the Blade Brake Clutch Shield.
Gasoline can vaporize if you store it over long
periods of time and explode if it comes into
contact with an open flame.
6. Service the air filter; refer to Servicing the Air Filter.
7. Lubricate the pivot arms; refer to Lubricating the
Pivot Arms.
• Do not store gasoline over long periods of
time.
8. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
• 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.)
9. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces with
paint available from an Authorized Service Dealer.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing it in
any enclosure.
Removing the Lawn Mower
from Storage
1. Check and tighten all fasteners.
Empty the fuel tank when mowing the last time before
storing the lawn mower.
2. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly
using the starter to blow excess oil from the cylinder.
1. Run the lawn mower until the engine stops from
running out of fuel.
3. Clean the spark plug or replace it if it is cracked,
broken, or if the electrodes are worn.
2. Prime the engine and start it again.
4. Install the spark plug and torque it to 17 ft-lb (23
N⋅m).
3. Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can
no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry.
5. Perform any needed maintenance procedures; refer
to Maintenance.
Preparing the Engine
6. Fill the fuel in the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.
1. While the engine is still warm, change the oil from
the crankcase. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil.
7. Check the engine oil level.
8. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
2. Remove the spark plug (Figure 13).
3. Using an oil can, add about one tablespoon of oil to
the crankcase through the spark plug hole.
4. Slowly rotate the engine several times, using the
starter rope, to distribute the oil.
5. Install the spark plug but do not connect the wire to
the spark plug.
25
Troubleshooting
Problem
Engine does not start
Engine starts hard or loses power
Possible Cause
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.
3. The wire is not connected to the spark
plug.
4. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the
gap is incorrect.
2. Move the throttle lever to the Choke
position.
3. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
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. Clean the air filter pre-cleaner and/or
replace the paper air filter.
4. Clean the underside of the lawn mower
deck.
5. Check the spark plug and adjust the
gap if necessary. Replace the spark
plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked.
6. Check the engine oil. Change the oil if
it is dirty or add oil if it is low.
6. The engine oil level is low or the oil is
dirty.
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. Move the throttle lever to the Fast
position.
4. Clean the air filter pre-cleaner and/or
replace the paper air filter.
3. The throttle lever is not in the Fast
position.
4. The air filter element is dirty and is
restricting the air flow.
Lawn mower or engine vibrates
excessively
Uneven cutting pattern
Discharge chute plugs
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.
3. The air filter element is dirty and is
restricting the air flow.
4. The underside of the lawn mower deck
contains clippings and debris.
5. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the
gap is incorrect.
Engine runs rough
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 nuts are loose.
3. The underside of the lawn mower deck
contains clippings and debris.
4. The engine mounting bolts are loose.
2. Tighten the blade mounting nuts.
3. Clean the underside of the lawn mower
deck.
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.
3. You are mowing in the same pattern
repeatedly.
4. The underside of the lawn mower deck
contains clippings and debris.
2. Sharpen and balance the blade.
3. Change the mowing pattern.
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.
3.
4.
5.
2.
3.
4.
5.
The cutting height is too low.
You are mowing too fast.
The grass is wet.
The underside of the lawn mower deck
contains clippings and debris.
26
Raise the cutting height.
Slow down.
Allow the grass to dry before mowing.
Clean the underside of the lawn mower
deck.
Problem
Lawn mower does not self-propel
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
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.
27
Toro 21”
The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee
Commercial
Walk Power A Two-Year Full Warranty (Limited Warranty for Commercial Use)
Mower
Conditions and Products Covered
The Toro® Company and its afliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair any
Toro Product, when used for 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 original purchase:
Products
Warranty Period
2-year full warranty
All Products and attachments
This warranty covers the cost of parts and labor, but you must pay transportation costs. This warranty applies to all Toro Commercial
Duty Walk Power Mowers and their attachments.
Limited Warranty for Commercial Use
Toro Products used for commercial, institutional, or rental use are warranted against defects in materials or workmanship for the
following time periods from the original date of purchase:
Products
Engine
All Products and attachments
Warranty Period
2-year limited warranty
1-year limited warranty
Components failing due to normal wear are not covered by this warranty.
Items and Conditions Not Covered
There is no other express warranty except for special emission system coverage on some products. This express warranty does not
cover the following:
• Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as lters, fuel, lubricants, oil changes, air lter, blade sharpening/worn blade on
mowers, paddles/scrapers/skids on snowthrowers, cable/linkage adjustments, or brake and clutch adjustments
• Any product or part which has been altered or misused and requires replacement or repair due to accidents or lack of proper
maintenance
• Repairs necessary due to improper battery care, electrical supply irregularities, or failure to use fresh fuel (less than one month old),
or failure to properly prepare the unit prior to any period of non-use over one month
• Operational misuse, neglect, or accidents
• Repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than an Authorized Toro Service Dealer.
• Pickup and delivery charges
All repairs covered by this warranty must be performed by an Authorized Toro Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement parts.
Owner Responsibilities
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.
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 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 “Snow Removal”) or access our website at
www.Toro.com. U.S. Customers may also call the number listed in item #3 to use our 24-hour Toro dealer locator system.
2. Bring the product and your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to the Service Dealer. The dealer will diagnose the problem and
determine if it is to be covered under warranty.
If for any reason you are dissatised with the Service Dealer’s analysis or with the assistance provided, contact us at:
Customer Care Department — Consumer, Toro Warranty Company, 8111 Lyndale Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55420-1196; or
call us toll free at 1-888-865-5676 (U.S. Customers) or 1-888-865-5691 (Canada customers).
General Conditions
All repairs covered by these warranties must be performed by an Authorized Toro Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement parts.
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 these warranties, including any cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or service
during reasonable periods of malfunction or non-use pending completion of repairs under these warranties.
Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply
to you.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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 dissatised with your Distributor’s
service or have difculty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us
at Toro Warranty Company.
* 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.
374-0083 Rev A