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

Form No. 3389-603 Rev A
21in Heavy-Duty Recycler®/Rear
Bagger Lawn Mower
Model No. 22298—Serial No. 314000001 and Up
Register at www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)
*3389-603* A
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Introduction
1. Safety alert symbol
This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is intended
to be used by residential homeowners or professional,
hired operators. It is designed primarily for cutting grass
on well-maintained lawns on residential or commercial
properties. It is not designed for cutting brush or for
agricultural uses.
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical information
and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
WARNING
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.
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
This product contains a chemical or chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product
and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register
your product.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
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.
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.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.
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.
Figure 1
Net Torque
1. Model and serial number location
The gross or net torque of this engine was laboratory rated
by the engine manufacturer in accordance with the Society of
Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940. As configured to meet
safety, emission, and operating requirements, the actual engine
torque on this class of mower will be significantly lower.
Model No.
Serial No.
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.
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Contents
Safety
Safety ........................................................................... 3
General Safety......................................................... 3
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 5
Setup ............................................................................ 7
1 Installing the Handle ............................................. 7
2 Filling the Crankcase with Oil ................................. 8
3 Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive............................... 9
4 Assembling the Grass Bag ...................................... 9
Product Overview .........................................................10
Operation ....................................................................10
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.................................10
Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline ...........................11
Adjusting the Cutting Height....................................11
Starting the Engine .................................................12
Stopping the Engine ...............................................12
Operating the Self-Propel Drive and Engaging the
Cutting Blade .....................................................12
Checking the Blade-Brake Clutch..............................13
Recycling the Clippings ...........................................13
Bagging the Clippings .............................................14
Operating Tips ......................................................15
Maintenance .................................................................16
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ......................16
Engine Maintenance ..................................................17
Servicing the Air Cleaner .........................................17
Changing the Engine Oil .........................................17
Changing the Engine-Oil Filter.................................18
Servicing the Spark Plug ..........................................19
Drive System Maintenance .........................................19
Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive ................................19
Blade Maintenance .....................................................20
Maintaining the Blade .............................................20
Adjusting the Blade-Brake Cable...............................21
Cleaning ...................................................................23
Cleaning under the Machine.....................................23
Cleaning under the Belt Cover ..................................24
Cleaning the Blade-Brake-Clutch Shield .....................24
Storage ........................................................................25
Preparing the Fuel System .......................................25
Preparing the Engine ..............................................25
General Information...............................................25
Removing the Machine from Storage.........................25
Troubleshooting ...........................................................26
This machine meets or exceeds the CPSC blade safety
requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn mowers.
Improperly using or maintaining this lawn mower can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions.
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.
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.
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. Read and understand the instruction because
it has to do with safety. Failure to comply with the
instruction may result in personal injury.
General Safety
This machine 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.
The following instructions have been adapted from the
ANSI/OPEI B71.4-2012 standard.
Training
• Read the Operator's Manual and other training material. If
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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.
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.
Preparation
• Use only accessories and attachments approved by the
manufacturer.
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• Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed
• Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety
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glasses, and ear protection. Long hair, loose clothing or
jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
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.
Check that operator's presence controls, safety switches,
and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not
operate the machine unless they are functioning properly.
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Safe Handling of Fuels
• To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
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extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources
of ignition.
Use only an approved fuel container.
Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running.
Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or the fuel container where there
is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water
heater or on other appliances.
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
Remove the equipment from the truck or trailer and
refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel
such equipment with a portable container rather than
from a fuel dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
Do not use a nozzle lock open device.
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
Never overfill the fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten
securely.
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Maintenance and Storage
• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark-plug wire. Wait
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Operation
• Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
• Operate the machine only in good light, keeping away
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the engine.
Stop the machine on level ground and shut off the engine
before leaving the operating position for any reason,
including emptying the catcher or unclogging the chute.
Stop the machine and inspect the blade after striking
objects or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make
necessary repairs to the machine before resuming
operation.
Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
Keep pets and bystanders away.
Slow down and use caution when crossing roads and
sidewalks. Stop the blade if you are not mowing.
Be aware of the machine discharge direction and do not
point it at anyone.
Do not operate the machine while 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.
from holes and hidden hazards.
Start the engine only from the operating position.
Be sure of your footing, especially when backing up.
Walk, don't run. Never operate the machine on wet grass.
Reduced footing could cause slipping.
Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to
travel side to side on hillsides. Turf conditions can affect
the stability of the machine. Use caution while operating
the machine near drop-offs.
Do not operate the machine without either the grass
catcher or the guard in place.
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for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning, or
repairing the machine.
Clean grass and debris from the cutting unit, drive,
muffler, and engine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil
or fuel spills.
Let the engine cool before storing the machine, and do
not store it near a flame.
Shut off the fuel while storing or transporting the
machine. Do not store fuel near flames or drain fuel
indoors.
Never allow untrained personnel to service the machine.
Remove the spark-plug wire before making any repairs.
Use care when checking the blade. Wrap the blade or
wear gloves, and use caution when servicing the blade.
Only replace the blade; never straighten or weld it.
Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible,
do not make adjustments to the machine while the engine
is running.
Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware
tightened. Replace all worn or damaged decals.
To best protect your investment and maintain optimal
performance of your Toro equipment, count on Toro
genuine parts. When it comes to reliability, Toro delivers
replacement parts designed to the exact engineering
specifications of our equipment. For peace of mind, insist
on Toro genuine parts.
Hauling
• Use full-width ramps for loading the machine into a
trailer or a truck.
• Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a
• Tie the machine down securely using straps, chains, cable,
trailer or truck.
or ropes. Both the front and the rear straps should be
directed down and outward from the machine.
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
1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original
machine manufacturer.
114-3415
94-8072
116-7583
1. Warning–Read the Operator’s Manual. Do not operate this
machine unless you are trained.
4. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in place.
2. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from 5. Warning—wear hearing protection.
the machine.
3. Thrown object hazard—Do not operate the mower without the 6. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower
rear discharge plug or bag in place.
blade—Do not operate up and down slopes; operate side to
side on slopes; stop the engine before leaving the operating
position—pick up objects that could be thrown by the blades;
and look behind you when backing up.
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117–2718
130-6722
1. Attention—read the Operator's Manual.
130-9670
1. Severing hazard of hand or foot; mower blade—keep away
from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place.
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Setup
Loose Parts
Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped.
Procedure
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Description
Use
Qty.
Handle
Hex-head-flange bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2
inches)
Carriage bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches)
Flange nut (5/16 inch)
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No parts required
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Fill the crankcase with oil.
No parts required
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Adjust the self-propel drive.
No parts required
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Assemble the grass bag.
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Install the handle.
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Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
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Installing the Handle
Parts needed for this procedure:
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Handle
2
Hex-head-flange bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches)
2
Carriage bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches)
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Flange nut (5/16 inch)
Figure 3
Procedure
1. Remove the cable guard from the handle (Figure 3) by
removing the 2 carriage bolts and 2 locknuts that hold
the cable guard to the handle.
1. Cable guard
4. Flange nut—5/16 inch (2)
2. Locknut (2)
5. Hex-head-flange
bolt—5/16 x 1-1/2 inches
(2)
3. Carriage bolt—1/4 x 1-1/2
inches (2)
Note: Save the guard, the carriage bolts, and the
locknuts so that you can install it onto the handle later
in this procedure.
2. Install the handle ends onto the mower housing with
2 hex-head-flange bolts (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) and 2
flange nuts (5/16 inch) as shown in Figure 3.
3. Set the machine to the desired cutting height; refer to
Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 11).
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handle with the 2 carriage bolts and the 2 locknuts that
you previously removed (Figure 3).
4. Stand behind the machine in the operating position to
determine the handle height that is most comfortable
for you (Figure 4).
Important: Ensure that you do not pinch the
cable(s) to the handle with when you install the
cable guards onto the handle.
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Filling the Crankcase with Oil
No Parts Required
Procedure
The engine crankcase is shipped without oil. Before
starting the engine, fill the crankcase with oil. The engine
crankcase (with oil filter) can hold 0.85 L (29 oz) of oil. Use
only high-quality SAE 10W-30 weight detergent oil that has
the American Petroleum Institute (API) service classification
SH, SJ, or equivalent.
Figure 4
1. Handle
4. Medium handle height
2. Handle bracket (2)
5. Lowest handle height
Before each use, ensure that the oil level is between the Add
and the Full marks on the dipstick (Figure 6).
3. Highest handle height
5. Secure the handle onto the handle brackets at your
desired handle height with 2 carriage bolts (5/16 x
1-1/2 inches) and 2 flange nuts (5/16 inch) as shown
in Figure 5.
Important: Ensure that the bolt heads are on
the inside of the handle and the nuts are on the
outside of the handle.
Figure 6
1. Dipstick
3. Add mark
2. Full mark
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.
1. Move the machine onto a level surface.
2. Clean around the dipstick (Figure 6).
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, then remove the
dipstick.
6. Read the oil level on the dipstick.
Figure 5
1. Carriage bolt—5/16 x
1-1/2 inches (2)
3. Flange nut—5/16 inch (2)
2. Handle bracket (2)
6. Position the cable guard onto the handle with the
cable(s) inside the guard, and secure the guard to the
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• If the oil level is below the Add mark on the
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dipstick, slowly pour a small amount of oil into
the oil-fill tube, wait 3 minutes, and repeat steps 4
through 6 until the oil level is at the Full mark on
the dipstick.
• If the oil level is above the Full mark on the
dipstick, drain the excess oil until the oil level on
the dipstick is at the Full mark. Refer to Changing
the Engine Oil (page 17).
Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is
too low or too high and you run the engine,
you may damage the engine.
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7. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck and rotate the cap
clockwise until it is tight.
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Figure 7
1. Handle
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3. Grass bag
2. Frame
Note: Do not slip the bag over the handle (Figure 7).
Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive
2. Hook the bottom channel of the bag onto the bottom
of the frame (Figure 8).
No Parts Required
Procedure
Important: You must adjust the self-propel-drive cable
before you operate the machine for the first time. Refer
to Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive (page 19).
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Assembling the Grass Bag
No Parts Required
Procedure
1. Slip the grass bag over the frame as shown in Figure 7.
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Figure 8
3. Hook the top and side channels of the bag onto the top
and sides of the frame, respectively (Figure 8).
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Product Overview
Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
Each time before you mow, ensure that the self-propel drive
and the blade-control bar operate properly. When you release
the blade-control bar, the blade and the self-propel drive
should stop. If they do not, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
CAUTION
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.
Figure 9
1. Handle
6. Spark plug
2. Rear door
7. Cutting-height lever (4)
3. Fuel-tank cap
8. Oil fill/dipstick
4. Throttle-control lever
9. Grass bag
5. Air cleaner
Figure 10
1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
Checking the Engine-Oil Level
10. Blade-control bar
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the
engine-oil level.
Before you use the machine, ensure that the oil level is
between the Add and the Full marks as shown on the dipstick
(Figure 11).
Figure 11
1. Dipstick
2. Full mark
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3. Add mark
Adjusting the Cutting Height
If the oil level is below the Add mark, add oil. Refer to 2
Filling the Crankcase with Oil (page 8).
You can change the cutting height at each wheel by adjusting
a cutting-height lever. Cutting heights are 25 mm (1 inch), 38
mm (1-1/2 inches), 51 mm (2 inches), 64 mm (2-1/2 inches),
76 mm (3 inches), 89 mm (3-1/2 inches), 102 mm (4 inches),
114 mm (4-1/2 inches).
Filling the Fuel Tank with
Gasoline
DANGER
DANGER
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A
fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and
others.
Adjusting the cutting-height levers could bring your
hands into contact with a moving blade and result
in serious injury.
• To prevent a static charge from igniting the
gasoline, place the container and/or machine
directly on the ground before filling, not in a
vehicle or on an object.
• 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.
• Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold.
Wipe up spills.
1. Pull the cutting-height lever toward the wheel (Figure
12) and move the lever to the desired setting.
• Do not handle gasoline when smoking or around
an open flame or sparks.
• Store gasoline in an approved fuel container, out
of the reach of children.
• For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days
old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or
higher ((R+M)/2 rating method).
Figure 12
• Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE
1. Rear cutting-height lever (2)
by volume is acceptable.
2. Front cutting-height lever (2)
• Ethanol: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol)
or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume
is acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same.
Gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15) by volume is not
approved for use. Never use gasoline that contains
more than 10% ethanol by volume, such as E15
(contains 15% ethanol), E20 (contains 20% ethanol), or
E85 (contains up to 85% ethanol). Using unapproved
gasoline may cause performance problems and/or engine
damage which may not be covered under warranty.
2. Release the cutting-height lever and seat it securely in
the notch.
3. Adjust all the wheels to the same cutting-height setting.
• Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
• Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or in fuel
containers over the winter unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
• Do not add oil to gasoline.
Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel
stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with gasoline
less than 30 days old.
Note: The capacity of the fuel tank is 3.8 L (1.0 US gallon).
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Starting the Engine
Operating the Self-Propel
Drive and Engaging the
Cutting Blade
1. Connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug.
2. Open the fuel valve (Figure 13).
This machine is equipped with a blade-brake clutch.
Important: To ensure that the blade-brake clutch is
working properly, refer to Checking the Blade-Brake
Clutch (page 13).
The machine has 3 ground speeds: 1 (slow), 2 (medium),
and 3 (fast). The self-propel-drive lever is located below and
behind the fuel tank (Figure 14).
Figure 13
1. Throttle-control lever
2. Fuel valve
3. Move the throttle-control lever (Figure 13) to the
Choke position.
Note: Do not use the choke when the engine is warm.
4. Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel resistance,
then pull it sharply.
Note: Allow the rope to return slowly to the rope
guide on the handle.
Figure 14
1. Self-propel-drive lever
5. When the engine starts, move the throttle-control lever
to the Fast position.
• To operate the self-propel drive without engaging
the blade: Raise the blade-control bar to the handle
(Figure 15).
Stopping the Engine
Release the blade-control bar and move the throttle-control
lever (Figure 13) to the Stop position.
Note: Close the fuel valve (Figure 13) if you will not be
starting the engine soon afterward.
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Figure 15
1. Raise the blade-control bar to the handle.
• To operate the self-propel drive and engage the
blade: Move the blade-control bar all the way to the right
and raise it to the handle (Figure 16).
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2. Set all 4 wheels to the 76 mm (3 inch) cutting-height
setting; refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 11).
3. Take a half sheet of newspaper and crumple it into a
ball small enough to go under the machine housing
(about 76 mm or 3 inches in diameter).
4. Place the newspaper ball about 13 cm (5 inches) in
front of the machine (Figure 17).
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Figure 16
1. Move the blade-control
bar to the right.
2. Raise the blade-control
bar to the handle.
• To disengage the self-propel drive and the blade:
Release the blade-control bar.
Note: You can vary the ground speed by increasing or
decreasing the distance between the blade-control bar and the
handle. Lower the bar to decrease the ground speed when you
are making a turn or if the machine is moving too fast for you.
If you lower the bar too far, the machine stops self-propelling.
Squeeze the bar closer to the handle to increase the ground
speed. When you hold the bar tight against the handle, the
machine self-propels at the maximum ground speed. Move
the self-propel-drive lever to the Neutral position when you
use the machine for trimming.
Figure 17
5. Start the engine.
6. Engage the blade.
7. Release the blade-control bar.
8. Immediately push the machine over the newspaper ball.
Checking the Blade-Brake
Clutch
9. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
10. Go to the front of the machine and check the
newspaper ball.
Check the blade-control bar before each use to ensure that
the blade-brake clutch is operating properly.
Note: If the newspaper ball did not go under the
machine, repeat steps 4 through 10.
Checking with the Grass Bag
Note: If the newspaper is unravelled or shredded,
the blade did not stop properly, which could result in
an unsafe operating condition. Contact an Authorized
Service Dealer.
1. Install the empty grass bag on the machine.
2. Start the engine.
3. Engage the blade.
Note: The bag should begin to inflate, indicating that
the blade is engaged and rotating.
Recycling the Clippings
4. Release the blade-control bar.
This machine comes from the factory ready to recycle grass
and leaf clippings back into the lawn. To prepare the machine
to recycle:
Note: If the bag does not immediately deflate, the
blade is still rotating. The blade-brake clutch may be
deteriorating and, if ignored, could result in an unsafe
operating condition. Have the machine inspected and
serviced by an Authorized Service Dealer.
• If the grass bag is on the machine, remove it; refer to
Removing the Grass Bag (page 14).
• If the rear-discharge plug is not installed, grip it by
the handle, raise the rear door, and insert it into the
rear-discharge chute until the latch locks into place
(Figure 18).
5. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Checking without the Grass Bag
1. Move the machine onto a paved surface in a non-windy
area.
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Figure 19
Figure 18
1. Rear-discharge plug
1. Rear door
2. Rear door
3. Notch (2)
2. Bag-rod end (2)
WARNING
3. Remove the rear-discharge plug by pushing in the latch
with your thumb and pulling the plug out from the
machine (Figure 18).
Operating the machine to recycle lawn clippings
without the plug in place allows objects to be
thrown in your direction or in the direction of
bystanders. Also, contact with the blades could
occur. Thrown objects or blade contact can cause
serious injury or death.
4. Install the bag-rod ends into the notches at the base of
the handle, and rock the bag back and forth to ensure
that the bag-rod ends are seated at the bottom of both
notches (Figure 19).
5. Lower the rear door until it rests on the grass bag.
Ensure that the rear-discharge plug is in place
before you recycle the clippings. Never engage the
blades without either the rear-discharge plug or the
grass bag installed on the machine.
Removing the Grass Bag
DANGER
Bagging the Clippings
The machine can throw grass clippings and other
objects through an opening in the mower housing.
Objects thrown with enough force could cause
serious personal injury or death to you or to
bystanders.
Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf
clippings from the lawn.
WARNING
• Never remove the grass bag and then start the
engine without the discharge plug installed on
the machine.
A worn grass bag could allow small stones and
other similar debris to be thrown toward you or
bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or
death.
• Never open the rear door on the machine when
the engine is running.
Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged,
install a new Toro replacement bag.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Raise the rear door.
3. Remove the bag rod on the grass bag from the notches
at the base of the handle (Figure 19).
WARNING
The blades are sharp; contacting the blades can
result in serious personal injury.
4. Install the discharge plug; refer to Recycling the
Clippings (page 13).
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop
before leaving the operating position.
5. Lower the rear door.
Installing the Grass Bag
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Raise and hold up the rear door (Figure 19).
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Operating Tips
mm (2-1/2 inch), 76 mm (3 inch), or 89 mm (3-1/2 inch)
cutting-height settings. Cut only about a third of the grass
blade at a time. Do not cut below the 64 mm (2-1/2 inch)
setting unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when
grass growth begins to slow down.
General Tips
• Review the safety instructions and read this manual
carefully before operating the machine.
• When cutting grass over 15 cm (6 inches) tall, first mow
• Clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches, and other
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 machine may plug and cause the engine to stall.
debris that the blade could hit and throw.
• Keep everyone, especially children and pets, away from
the area of operation.
• Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse the
• Avoid striking trees, walls, curbs, or other solid objects.
clippings over the lawn for even fertilization.
Never deliberately mow over any object.
• If the machine strikes an object or starts to vibrate,
If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try 1 or
more of the following:
immediately stop the engine, disconnect the wire from
the spark plug, and examine the machine for damage.
• Sharpen the blade.
• Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting season.
• Walk at a slower pace while mowing.
Periodically file down nicks on the blade.
• Raise the cutting height on your machine.
• Replace the blade when necessary with an original Toro
replacement blade.
• Cut the grass more frequently.
• Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves tend
• Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath
to clump on the yard and can cause the machine to plug
or the engine to stall.
with each pass.
• Set the cutting height on the front wheels a notch lower
than the rear wheels. For example, set the front wheels
at 64 mm (2-1/2 inches) and the rear wheels at 76 mm
(3 inches).
WARNING
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if
you slip and contact the blade.
Cutting Leaves
Mow only in dry conditions.
• After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn shows
• Clean under the machine after each mowing; refer to
through the cut leaf cover. You may need to make more
than a single pass over the leaves.
Cleaning under the Machine (page 23).
• Keep the engine in good running condition.
• Clean the air filter frequently. Mulching stirs up more
• For light leaf coverage, set all the wheels at the same
cutting height setting.
clippings and dust which clogs the air filter and reduces
engine performance.
• If there are more than 13 cm (5 inches) 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 machine.
• Set the engine speed to the fastest position for the best
cutting results.
• Slow down your mowing speed if the machine does not
WARNING
cut the leaves finely enough.
Operating a machine with its engine running
at a speed greater than the factory setting can
cause the machine to throw a part of the blade or
engine at you or bystanders, resulting in serious
personal injury or death.
– Do not change the engine speed setting.
– If you suspect the engine speed is faster
than normal, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
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 64
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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 and the oil filter.
After the first 25 hours
• Tighten any loose fasteners.
Before each use or daily
•
•
•
•
•
Check the engine-oil level.
Inspect the mower blades for wear or damage.
Inspect the accelerator for wear or damage.
Remove grass clippings and dirt from under the housing.
Check the stopping time of the blade brake. The blade must stop within 3 seconds
of releasing the blade-control bar; if it does not, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer for repair.
• Check for loose or missing fasteners on the engine.
• Check for fuel or oil leaks.
• Check or clean the recoil starter and the air-intake screen.
Every 25 hours
• Clean the foam pre-cleaner (more frequently in dusty conditions).
Every 50 hours
• Sharpen or replace the blade. Maintain it more frequently if the edge dulls quickly in
rough or in sandy conditions.
• Remove grass clippings and debris from under the belt cover.
• Clean the blade-brake-clutch shield.
Every 100 hours
•
•
•
•
Every 200 hours
• Change the engine-oil filter.
• Have an authorized engine servicing dealer check for leaks in the fuel system and/or
a deteriorating fuel hose. Replace parts if necessary.
Every 300 hours
•
•
•
•
•
•
Change the engine oil.
Inspect, clean, and adjust the spark plug gap; replace the spark plug if necessary.
Tighten any loose fasteners.
Check or clean the recoil starter and the air-intake screen.
Replace the paper air filter (more frequently in dusty conditions).
Clean the cylinder and the cylinder-head fins.
Have an authorized engine servicing dealer check and adjust the engine idle speed.
Have an authorized engine servicing dealer clean the combustion chamber.
Have an authorized engine servicing dealer check and adjust the valve clearance.
Have an authorized engine servicing dealer clean and lap the valve seating surface.
Important: Refer to your engine owner's manual for additional maintenance procedures.
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.
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Engine Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil
Service Interval: After the first 8 hours
Servicing the Air Cleaner
Every 100 hours
Oil Capacity
Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Clean the foam
pre-cleaner (more frequently in dusty
conditions).
Every 300 hours—Replace the paper air filter (more
frequently in dusty conditions).
With oil filter
0.85 L (29 oz)
Without oil filter
0.65 L (22 oz)
1. Run the engine to warm the engine oil.
Important: Do not operate the engine without the
air filter assembly in place; otherwise, extreme engine
damage will occur.
Note: Warm oil flows better and carries more
contaminants.
WARNING
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Oil may be hot after engine has been run, and
contact with hot oil can cause severe personal
injury.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
3. Remove the cover and clean it thoroughly (Figure 20).
Avoid contacting the hot engine oil when you
drain it.
2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
3. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
4. Close the fuel valve (Figure 13).
5. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank.
6. Place a suitable drain pan under the dipstick/oil drain.
7. Clean around the dipstick.
8. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap
counterclockwise and pulling it out.
9. Tip the machine onto its right side (air filter up) to
drain the oil into the drain pan.
Figure 20
1. Cover
2. Foam pre-cleaner and
paper air filter
10. After draining the oil, return the machine to the
operating position.
3. Air-cleaner base
11. Fill the crankcase to the Full mark on the dipstick with
fresh oil; refer to 2 Filling the Crankcase with Oil (page
8).
4. Remove and the foam pre-cleaner and the paper-air
filter from the air-cleaner base (Figure 20)
12. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck and rotate the cap
clockwise until it is tight.
5. Remove the foam pre-cleaner from the paper air filter,
and wash the foam pre-cleaner with a mild detergent
and water, then blot it dry.
13. Wipe up any spilled oil.
14. Recycle the used oil according to local codes.
6. Inspect the paper air filter, and replace it if it is
excessively dirty.
Important: Do not try to clean a paper filter.
7. Install the foam pre-cleaner onto the paper air filter.
8. Install the foam pre-cleaner and paper air filter onto
the air-cleaner base.
9. Install the cover.
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Changing the Engine-Oil Filter
Service Interval: Every 200 hours
1. Run the engine to warm the oil.
WARNING
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.
Figure 22
1. Gasket
2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
3. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
9. Install the new filter by rotating it clockwise until the
seal contacts the filter housing, then rotate the filter an
additional 3/4 turn by hand.
4. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank.
5. Drain the engine oil; refer to Changing the Engine Oil
(page 17).
10. Fill the crankcase to the Full line on the dipstick with
fresh oil; refer to 2 Filling the Crankcase with Oil (page
8).
6. Place a rag under the oil filter (Figure 21) to catch any
oil that may leak out as you remove the oil filter.
11. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
12. Run the engine for about 3 minutes.
13. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
check for oil leakage around the filter.
14. Add oil to compensate for the oil in the oil filter. Refer
to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 10).
15. Recycle the used oil filter properly.
Figure 21
1. Oil filter
7. Remove the oil filter.
8. Use your finger to coat the gasket on the new oil filter
with oil (Figure 26).
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Servicing the Spark Plug
Drive System
Maintenance
Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Inspect, clean, and
adjust the spark plug gap; replace the
spark plug if necessary.
Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive
Use an NGK BPR5ES spark plug or equivalent.
If the machine is new, does not self-propel, or it tends to
creep forward, adjust the drive cable.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
1. Move the machine outside and onto a paved surface
near a solid wall to safely prevent the machine from
moving forward while the engine is running.
3. Clean around the spark plug.
4. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head.
2. Position the machine with the front tires against the
wall.
Important: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty
spark plug. Do not clean the electrodes because
grit entering the cylinder can damage the engine.
Note: Ensure that the area is well ventilated and clear
of debris that could be thrown by the machine.
5. Set the gap on the plug to 0.76 mm (0.030 inch); refer
to Figure 23.
3. Shift the transmission to third gear.
4. Start the engine; refer to Starting the Engine (page 12).
5. Pull the self-propel-drive bar to the handle.
Note: The wheels should start to turn as the
self-propel-drive bar just touches the handle.
6. Shut off the engine.
7. If you must adjust the machine, do the following:
• If the wheels do not spin when you engage the
self-propel-drive bar, the traction belt is too loose.
Rotate the wheel-drive-control knob (Figure 24)
clockwise 1 turn and repeat steps 4 through 6.
Figure 23
1. Center-electrode insulator
2. Side electrode
3. Air gap (not to scale)
6. Carefully install the spark plug by hand (to avoid cross
threading) until it is hand tight.
7. Tighten the spark plug to 23 N-m (2.3 kgf-m, 17 ft-lb).
Important: A loose spark plug can become very
hot and can damage the engine; overtightening a
spark plug may damage the threads in the cylinder
head.
Figure 24
8. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
1. Wheel-drive-control knob
• If the wheels spin before you fully engage the
self-propel-drive bar, the traction belt is too tight.
Rotate the wheel-drive-control knob (Figure 24)
counterclockwise 1 turn and repeat steps 4 through
6.
8. For a new traction belt, rotate the drive cable
adjustment knob clockwise 1 additional turn to allow
for the normal stretching of the belt during the break-in
period.
Note: You can skip this step if you are adjusting a
used belt.
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Blade Maintenance
Maintaining the Blade
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.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
Figure 26
3. Close the fuel valve by moving the fuel-valve lever to
the left (Figure 13).
1. Sail
2. Flat part of the blade
4. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank.
5. Tip the machine onto its right side (air cleaner up) as
shown in Figure 25.
3. Wear
4. Slot formed
Note: For the best performance, install a new blade before
the mowing season begins. During the year, file down any
small nicks to maintain the cutting edge.
DANGER
A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece
of the blade could be thrown in your direction or
in the direction of bystanders, resulting in serious
personal injury or death.
• Inspect the blade periodically for wear or
damage.
• Replace a worn or damaged blade.
Figure 25
1. Blade
2. Blade nuts
Inspecting the Accelerator
3. Accelerator
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the
accelerator for wear or damage.
Carefully examine the accelerator for excessive wear (Figure
27). Because sand and abrasive material can wear away the
metal (especially in the area shown as item 2 in Figure 27),
check the accelerator before using the machine. If you notice
that a tab on the accelerator has been worn down to a sharp
edge or there is a crack, replace the accelerator; refer to
Removing the Blade (page 21).
Inspecting the Blade
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the
mower blades for wear or damage.
Carefully examine the blade for sharpness and wear, especially
where the flat and the curved parts meet (Figure 26A).
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 machine. If you notice a slot or
wear (Figure 26B and Figure 26C), replace the blade; refer to
Removing the Blade (page 21).
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3
2
4
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Figure 27
1. Accelerator
2. Wear area
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3. Tab
4. Crack formed
Balancing the Blade
WARNING
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 29).
A worn or damaged accelerator can break, and a
piece of the accelerator could be thrown at you or
bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or
death.
• Inspect the accelerator periodically for wear or
damage.
• Replace a worn or damaged accelerator.
Figure 29
Removing the Blade
1. Grasp the end of the blade using a rag or a thickly
padded glove.
Note: You can also check the balance using a
commercially manufactured blade balancer.
2. Remove the blade nuts, the accelerator, and the blade
(Figure 26).
2. If either end of the blade rotates downward, file that
end (not the cutting edge or the end near the cutting
edge) until neither end of the blade drops.
Sharpening the Blade
Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Sharpen or replace the
blade. Maintain it more frequently if the
edge dulls quickly in rough or in sandy
conditions.
Installing the Blade
1. Install a sharp, balanced Toro blade, the accelerator, and
the blade nuts. The sail of the blade must point toward
the top of the mower housing for proper installation.
File the top side of the blade to maintain its original cutting
angle (Figure 28A) and inner cutting edge radius (Figure
28B). The blade will remain balanced if you remove the same
amount of material from both cutting edges.
Note: Torque the blade nuts to 20 to 37 N-m (15 to
27 ft-lb).
WARNING
Operating the machine without the accelerator
in place can cause the blade to flex, bend, or
break, resulting in serious injury or death to
you or to bystanders.
Figure 28
1. Sharpen the blade at this
angle only.
Do not operate the machine without the
accelerator in place.
2. Maintain the original radius
here.
2. Return the machine to the operating position.
Adjusting the Blade-Brake
Cable
The blade-brake cable is adjusted at the factory; you do not
need to adjust it unless you are replacing the cable or the
blade-brake belt. If you need to replace the cable, replace
both the cable and the belt at the same time.
1. Install a new blade-brake belt and assemble the
machine except for the 2 belt covers on the top of the
mower housing.
2. Install the new blade-brake cable, but do not tighten
the cable clamp on the top of the mower housing
(Figure 30).
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6. Ensure that there is slack in the cable and a gap
between the blade-brake-control lever and the control
bracket when the self-propel-drive bar is not engaged.
7. Install the 2 belt covers on the top of the mower
housing.
Important: After installing the new blade-brake
belt and blade-brake cable, check that the
blade-brake clutch is operating properly and that
the blade stops within 3 seconds; refer to Checking
the Blade-Brake Clutch (page 13).
Figure 30
1. Spring
2. Cable clamp and screw
3. Insert a 8 mm (5/16-inch) thick spacer between the
blade-brake-control lever and the control bracket on
the handle (Figure 31).
Figure 31
1. Handle
2. Self-propel-drive bar
4. Spacer—8 mm (5/16 inch)
thick
5. Blade-brake-control lever
3. Control bracket
Important: Replacing the cable without
replacing the belt may cause the gap between the
blade-brake-control lever and the control bracket
to be incorrect. If the gap is less than 8 mm (5/16
inch), the blade brake will not function properly
and the blade will not stop within 3 seconds. If the
gap is greater than 8 mm (5/16 inch), the belt will
not properly drive the blade.
4. Pull the cable tight to remove the slack (but do not
stretch the cable spring) and tighten the cable clamp
screw to lock the adjustment in place.
5. Remove the spacer.
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Cleaning
Note: The blade will draw in water and wash out the
clippings. Let the water run until you no longer see
clippings being washed out from under the machine.
Cleaning under the Machine
4. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
5. Turn off the water.
To ensure the best performance, keep the underside of the
machine clean. Be especially careful to keep the kickers free
of debris (Figure 32).
6. Start the machine and let it run for a few minutes to
dry out the underside of the machine.
Scraping Method
If washing does not remove all debris from under the
machine, scrape it clean.
1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
2. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank.
WARNING
Tipping the machine may cause the gasoline
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.
Figure 32
1. Kickers
Avoid fuel spills by running the engine dry or
by removing the gasoline with a hand pump;
never siphon.
Washing Method
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
3. Tip the machine onto its right side (air cleaner up).
4. Remove the dirt and grass clippings with a hardwood
scraper. Avoid burrs and sharp edges.
WARNING
The machine may dislodge material from under the
machine.
5. Return the machine to the operating position.
• Wear eye protection.
6. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
• Stay in the operating position (behind the
handle) while the engine is running.
• Do not allow bystanders in the area.
1. Position the machine 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 33).
Figure 33
1. Right rear wheel
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Cleaning under the Belt Cover
WARNING
Tipping the machine 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.
Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Remove grass clippings
and debris from under the belt cover.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
3. Remove the belt cover (Figure 34) from the mower
housing.
Avoid fuel spills by emptying the fuel tank as
directed; never siphon.
6. Remove the 2 blade nuts, the accelerator, and the blade
(Figure 35).
Figure 34
1. Belt cover
4. Lift off the cover and brush out all the debris around
the belt area.
Figure 35
1. Blade
2. Blade nuts
3. Accelerator
5. Install the belt cover.
6. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
Cleaning the
Blade-Brake-Clutch Shield
4. Screw
5. Blade-brake-clutch shield
7. Remove the screws that secure the blade-brake-clutch
shield to the mower housing (Figure 35).
8. Remove the blade-brake-clutch shield and brush or
blow all the debris from under the shield and around
the blade-brake-clutch.
Service Interval: Every 50 hours
Clean the blade-brake-clutch shield to ensure the best
performance and to prevent parts from degrading. Clean
the blade-brake-clutch shield when you sharpen the blade,
because you need to remove the blade in order to remove
the blade-brake-clutch shield.
9. Tighten the screws to secure the blade-brake-clutch
shield to the housing.
10. Install the blade, the accelerator, and the 2 blade nuts.
11. Return the machine to the operating position.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
3. Close the fuel valve by moving the fuel-valve lever to
the left (Figure 13).
4. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank.
5. Tip the machine onto its right side (air filter up).
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Storage
3. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the
external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the
top of the mower housing.
To prepare the machine for off-season storage, perform the
recommended maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance
(page 16).
4. Check the condition of the blade; refer to Inspecting
the Blade (page 20).
Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the
machine to keep it clean and protected.
5. Clean the blade-brake-clutch shield; refer to Cleaning
the Blade-Brake-Clutch Shield (page 24).
6. Service the air cleaner; refer to Servicing the Air
Cleaner (page 17).
Preparing the Fuel System
7. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
WARNING
8. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces with
paint available from an Authorized Service Dealer.
Gasoline can vaporize if you store it over long
periods of time and explode if it comes into contact
with an open flame.
Removing the Machine from
Storage
• Do not store gasoline over long periods of time.
• Do not store the machine 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.)
1. Check and tighten all fasteners.
2. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly
using the starter to blow out the excess oil from the
cylinder.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing it in any
enclosure.
3. Clean the spark plug or replace it if it is cracked,
broken, or if the electrodes are worn.
Empty the gasoline from the fuel tank when mowing for the
last time before storing the machine.
4. Install the spark plug; refer to Servicing the Spark Plug
(page 19).
1. Run the engine until it stops from running out of
gasoline.
5. Perform any needed maintenance procedures; refer to
Maintenance (page 16).
2. Choke the engine and start it again.
6. Fill the fuel in the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.
3. Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can
no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry.
7. Check the engine-oil level.
8. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
Preparing the Engine
1. While the engine is still warm, change the oil in the
crankcase; refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 17).
2. Remove the spark plug.
3. Using an oil can, add about 30 ml (1 oz) of engine oil
to the engine crankcase through the spark-plug hole.
4. Slowly rotate the engine several times by pulling the
recoil-start handle to distribute the oil throughout the
engine crankcase.
5. Install the spark plug but do not connect the wire to
the spark plug.
General Information
1. Clean under the machine; refer to Cleaning under the
Machine (page 23).
2. Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder, cylinder
head fins, and blower housing.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
The engine does not start.
The 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 air filter element is dirty and is
restricting the air flow.
3. The underside of the mower housing
contains clippings and debris.
4. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the
gap is incorrect.
2. Clean the air filter pre-cleaner and/or
replace the paper air filter.
3. Clean under the mower housing.
The is an uneven cutting pattern.
The discharge chute plugs up.
The machine does not self-propel.
4. Check the spark plug and adjust the
gap if necessary. Replace the spark
plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked.
5. 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. 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.
The machine or engine vibrates
excessively.
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.
5. The engine oil level is low or the oil is
dirty.
The 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 machine contains
clippings and debris.
4. The engine mounting bolts are loose.
2. Tighten the blade mounting nuts.
3. Clean the underside of the machine.
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 machine contains
clippings and debris.
2. Sharpen and balance the blade.
3. Change the mowing pattern.
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 machine contains
clippings and debris.
4. Clean the underside of the machine.
Raise the cutting height.
Slow down.
Allow the grass to dry before mowing.
Clean the underside of the machine.
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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Notes:
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The Toro Total Coverage Warranty
Landscape
Contractor
Equipment
(LCE)
A Limited Warranty (see warranty periods below)
Conditions and Products Covered
The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement
between them, jointly promise to the original purchaser to repair the Toro Products
listed below if defective in materials or workmanship.
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 Authorized Toro 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 web site
at www.Toro.com. You may also call the numbers listed in item #3 to use the
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 covered
under warranty.
3.
If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer’s analysis or with
the assistance provided, contact us at:
The following time periods apply from the date of purchase by the original owner:
Products
Warranty Period
21 in. Mowers
2 years Residential Use1
1 year Commercial Use
•Engines4
Honda – 2 years
Kawasaki – 3 years
30 in. Mowers
2 years Residential Use1
RLC Customer Care Department
1 year Commercial Use
Toro Warranty Company
•Engines4
Kawasaki – 3 years
Mid-Size Walk-Behind Mowers
2 years
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
•Engines4
Kawasaki – 3 years
888-865-5676 (U.S. Customers)
Grand Stand® Mowers
5 years or 1,200 hours2
888-865-5691 (Canada customers)
•Engines4
3 years
•Frame
Lifetime (original owner only)3
Z
Master®
2000 Series Mowers
•Engines4
4 years or 500
hours2
3 years
•Frame
Lifetime (original owner only)3
Z Master® 3000 Series Mowers
•Engines4
•Frame
Z Master® 5000 Series Mowers
5 years or 1,200 hours2
3 years
Lifetime (original owner only)3
5 years or 1,200 hours2
•Engines4
Kohler Command – 2 years
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
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.
Items and Conditions Not Covered
There is no other express warranty except for special emission system coverage
and engine warranty coverage on some products. This express warranty does not
cover the following:
•
Kohler EFI – 3 years
•Frame
Lifetime (original owner only)3
Z Master® 6000 Series Mowers
5 years or 1,200 hours2
•Engines4
Kawasaki – 3 years
•Frame
Lifetime (original owner only)3
Z Master®7000 Series Mowers
5 years or 1,200 hours2
•Engines4
2 years
•Frame
Lifetime (original owner only)3
•
•
•
Z Master®8000 Series Mowers
2 years or 1,200 hours2
•Engines4
2 years
•Frame
Lifetime (original owner only)3
All Mowers
•Battery
•
•
Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters, fuel, lubricants, oil
changes, spark plugs, air filters blade sharpening or worn blades, cable/linkage
adjustments, or brake and clutch adjustments
Components failing due to normal wear
Any product or part which has been altered or misused or neglected and requires
replacement or repair due to accidents or lack of proper maintenance
Pickup and delivery charges
Repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than an Authorized Toro Service
Dealer
Repairs necessary due to failure to follow recommended fuel procedure (consult
Operator's Manual for more details)
–
Removing contaminants from the fuel system is not covered
–
Use of old fuel (more than one month old) or fuel which contains more than
10% ethanol or more that 15% MTBE
–
Failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of non-use over one
month
90 days Parts and Labor
General Conditions
1 year Parts only
•Belts and Tires
90 days
•Attachments
1 year
All repairs covered by these warranties must be performed by an Authorized Toro
Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement parts.
1Residential
use 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 warranty would apply.
2Whichever
occurs first.
3Lifetime Frame Warranty - If the main frame, consisting of the parts welded together to form the
tractor structure that other components such as the engine are secured to, cracks or breaks in
normal use, it will be repaired or replaced, at Toro's option, under warranty at no cost for parts and
labor. Frame failure due to misuse or abuse and failure or repair required due to rust or corrosion
are not covered.
4Some
engines used on Toro Products are warranted by the engine manufacturer.
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.
All implied warranties of merchantability (that the product is fit for ordinary use)
and fitness for use (that the product is fit for a particular purpose) are limited to
the duration of the express 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.
Countries Other than the United States or Canada
Customers who have purchased Toro products outside 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.
Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.
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