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Toro 22196 Operator's Manual

Toro 22196 Operator's Manual

21in heavy-duty recycler/rear bagger lawn mower
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Form No. 3357-396 Rev A
21in Heavy-Duty Recycler
®
/Rear
Bagger Lawn Mower
Model No. 22196—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Register at www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3357-396 Rev A 21in Heavy-Duty Recycler ® /Rear Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 22196—Serial No. 270000001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)

  • Page 2: Introduction

    You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for Important calls attention to special mechanical product and accessory information, help finding a information and Note emphasizes general information dealer, or to register your product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3 Installing the Discharge Tunnel Plug....8 injury, comply with these safety instructions. 4 Filling the Crankcase with Oil......9 Toro designed and tested this lawn mower for to offer Product Overview ............10 reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply Operation..............

  • Page 4: Maintenance And Storage

    • Never let children or untrained people operate or including emptying the catcher or unclogging the service the equipment. Local regulations may restrict chute. the age of the operator. • Stop equipment and inspect blade after striking • The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for objects or if an abnormal vibration occurs.

  • Page 5: Safety And Instructional Decals

    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.
  • Page 6 107-4098...

  • Page 7: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Handle Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/4 inches) Washer Thin nylon insert locknut (5/16 inch) Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) Carriage bolt Install the handle. Locknut (5/16 inch) Bag support rod Bag aligning plate...

  • Page 8: Installing The Starter Rope

    Installing the Starter Rope No Parts Required Procedure Pull the starter rope through the rope guide on the handle (Figure 4). Figure 3 1. Bag support rod 8. Thin nylon insert locknut 9. Bottom hole in housing 2. Carriage bolt 3.

  • Page 9: Filling The Crankcase With Oil

    Before each use, ensure that the oil level is between the lower limit and upper limit marks on the dipstick (Figure 7). Figure 5 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 5).

  • Page 10: Product Overview

    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.

  • Page 11: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline Service Interval: Before each use or daily For best results, use clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline with Before you use the mower, ensure that the oil level is an octane rating of 87 or higher. To ensure freshness, between the lower limit and upper limit marks as shown purchase only the quantity of gasoline that you expect to on the dipstick (Figure 11).

  • Page 12: Starting The Engine

    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.

  • Page 13: Stopping The Engine

    4. Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel 1. Move the ground speed control to the Neutral resistance, then pull it sharply. Allow the rope to position (Figure 14). return to the handle slowly. 2. Start the engine. 5. When the engine starts, move the throttle control to 3.

  • Page 14: Checking The Blade Brake Clutch

    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. Checking the Blade Brake Clutch Figure 17 Check the operation of the blade control bar and the blade brake clutch before each use to ensure that it is 9.
  • Page 15 operating condition. Contact an Authorized Service brake clutch system could be deteriorating to the Dealer. point where it could result in an unsafe operating condition. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer To check for a problem with the blade brake clutch for an inspection and repair of your mower.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    2. Ensure that the discharge door handle is fully serious personal injury or death to the operator forward and that the pin is engaged in the catch or bystanders. (Figure 22). Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag.

  • Page 17: Operating Tips

    1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. • Replace the blade when necessary with an original Toro replacement blade. 2. Raise the discharge door handle and move it forward to engage the pin with the catch (Figure 22).
  • Page 18 the leaves clump on top of the lawn, the 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: •...

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours • Check the engine oil level. •...

  • Page 20: Lubrication

    Lubrication Lubricating the Gear Case Service Interval: Every 100 hours Lubricating the Pivot Arms 1. Remove the grass bag. Service Interval: Every 25 hours 2. Install a grease gun onto the fitting through the belt cover opening (Figure 25). 1. Move the rear wheel cutting height levers to the center setting.

  • Page 21: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance 7. Inspect the foam and paper elements, and replace them if they are damaged or excessively dirty. 8. If the paper element is excessively dirty, replace it. Servicing the Air Cleaner Note: Never try to brush dirt off the paper element; Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the brushing forces the dirt into the fibers.

  • Page 22: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Inspect, clean, and adjust the spark plug; replace it if Every 50 hours necessary. 1. Run the engine to warm the engine oil. Every 250 hours—Replace the spark Note: Warm oil flows better and carries more plug.

  • Page 23: Drive System Maintenance

    Drive System Controls System Maintenance Maintenance Adjusting the Self-propel Drive Adjusting the Blade Brake Cable Service Interval: Every 75 hours Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Adjust the blade If the mower does not self-propel or has a tendency brake cable. to creep forward when the blade control bar is more than 1-1/2 inches (3.8 cm) from the handle, adjust the Whenever you install a new blade brake cable assembly wheel drive control knob on the rear of the gear box...

  • Page 24: Blade Maintenance

    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 Blade Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades.

  • Page 25: Cleaning

    Be especially careful to keep Installing the Blade the kickers free of debris (Figure 35). 1. Install a sharp, balanced Toro blade, the accelerator, the anti-scalp cup, and the blade nuts. The sail of the blade must point toward the top of the mower housing for proper installation.

  • Page 26: Cleaning The Discharge Tunnel And Plug

    Scraping Method Cleaning under the Belt Cover If washing does not remove all debris from under the Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Remove grass mower, scrape it clean. clippings and debris from under the belt cover. 1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 1.

  • Page 27: Storage

    Storage 5. Remove 2 blade nuts, the accelerator, and the blade (Figure 35). To prepare the mower for off-season storage, perform 6. Loosen the tabs that secure the blade brake clutch the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer to shield to the housing by loosening the nuts or the Maintenance.

  • Page 28: Removing The Mower From Storage

    3. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the top of the mower housing. 4. Check the condition of the blade. Refer to Maintaining the Blade. 5. Service the air filter; refer to Servicing the Air Filter. 6.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine does not start 1. The fuel tank is empty or the fuel 1. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with system contains stale fuel. fresh gasoline. If the problem persists, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 2.
  • Page 30 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Lawn mower does not self-propel 1. The self-propel drive cable is out of 1. Adjust the self-propel drive cable. adjustment or is damaged. Replace the cable if necessary. 2. There is debris under the belt cover. 2.
  • Page 31 You are responsible for presenting your equipment to an Authorized Service Dealer as soon as the problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage, you should contact The Toro® Company at 1-952–948–4027 or call us toll free at the number listed in your Toro Warranty statement.

  • Page 32: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    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.

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