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Form No. 3367-232 Rev A Commercial 21in Lawn Mower Model No. 22155—Serial No. 311000001 and Up Model No. 22156—Serial No. 311000001 and Up To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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.
Contents Safety This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade Introduction..............2 safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn mowers Safety ................3 and the B71.1 specifications of the American National General Operation ..........3 Standards Institute in effect at the time of production. Slope Operation ...........
Service removing grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. • Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial Safe Handling of Gasoline light. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use • Do not operate machine while under the influence extreme care in handling gasoline.
• If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the • Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear machine. Repair, if necessary, before starting. gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Never make any adjustments or repairs with the •...
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Oval-head bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) Spacer Install the handle. Locknut (5/16 inch) Cable tie SAE 30W detergent oil with an API 20 oz.
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Note: You can set the handle height in one of two positions (Figure 5). Set the handle to a height that is comfortable for you. Figure 7 1. Self-propel drive cable 3. Attach cable end here 2. Insert cable jacket end here Figure 5 1.
Filling the Engine with Oil Install the Recycle Plug or Grass Bag Parts needed for this procedure: No Parts Required SAE 30W detergent oil with an API service 20 oz. classification of SH, SJ, SL, or higher (not supplied (0.55 l) with the mower).
Product Overview Figure 12 1. Blade control bar 6. Air filter 2. Self-propel drive bar 7. Spark plug 3. Handle 8. Oil fill/dipstick (not shown) 4. Fuel tank 9. Starter handle 5. Cutting height lever (4) Figure 11 2. Squeeze the button on the lever with your thumb and fully insert the recycle plug into the opening (Figure 11).
Controls Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Checking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in (Figure 15).
Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or mower directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
Figure 21 1. Recoil start handle 5. If the mower does not start in 1 or 2 pulls, repeat steps 3 and 4. Note: If the mower still does not start, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Stopping the Engine Service Interval: Before each use or daily To stop the engine, release the blade control bar (Figure 22).
Figure 23 1. Self-propel drive bar Note: The maximum self-propel drive speed is fixed. To reduce the speed, increase the space between the self-propel drive bar and the handle. 2. To disengage the self-propel drive, release the self-propel drive bar. Note: The mower comes with freewheeling Figure 24 clutches which make it easier to pull the mower...
(Figure 27). Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. WARNING The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury.
If the bag is on the mower, remove it and insert the recycle plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before side-discharging the clippings. Important: The mower has a safety switch that prevents you from starting the mower unless you first install the recycle plug securely on the mower (refer to recycling the Clippings).
• Replace the blade when necessary with an original If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try Toro replacement blade. one or more of the following: • Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves •...
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• Raise the cutting height on your 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. Cutting Leaves •...
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours • Check the engine oil level. • Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade control bar. Before each use or daily •...
Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Before each use or daily Yearly 1. Press down on the latch tabs on top of the air cleaner cover and remove the cover (Figure 34). Figure 35 3. Tip the mower onto its side, with the air filter up, to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube (Figure 36).
Drive System Important: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty spark plug. Do not clean the electrodes Maintenance because grit entering the cylinder can damage the engine. 5. Set the gap on the plug to 0.030 in. (0.76 mm) Adjusting the Self-propel Drive (Figure 37).
Blade Maintenance Maintaining the Cutting Blade Service Interval: Yearly Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline. If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately. If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or replace it.
Cleaning Storage To prepare the mower for off-season storage, perform Cleaning the Mower Housing the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer to Maintenance. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the WARNING mower to keep it clean and protected.
General Information 1. Clean the mower housing. Refer to Cleaning under the Mower Housing. 2. Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder, cylinder head fins, and blower housing. 3. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the top of the mower housing.
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.
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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.