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Toro Recycler 22197 Operator's Manual

Toro Recycler 22197 Operator's Manual

21in heavy-duty rear bagger lawn mower
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21in Heavy-Duty Recycler
Mower
Model No. 22197—Serial No. 313000001 and Up

Introduction

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.
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.
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.
1. Model and serial number plate
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.
© 2012—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Figure 1
Register at www.Toro.com.
®
/Rear Bagger Lawn
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.
WARNING
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.
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.
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.
For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross
horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the engine
manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1940. As configured
to meet safety, emission, and operating requirements, the
actual engine horsepower on this class of lawn mower will
be significantly lower.
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3375-293* A
Printed in the USA
Form No. 3375-293 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2

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  • Page 1: Introduction

    You are responsible for operating the WARNING product properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product CALIFORNIA and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register Proposition 65 Warning your product.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Toro designed and tested this lawn mower for reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with the following instructions may result in personal injury. Introduction ..............1 General Lawn Mower Safety ........2 WARNING Safety and Instructional Decals ......... 4 Setup ................
  • Page 3 • • Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a remove all objects such as rocks, toys, and wire which can trailer or truck. be thrown by the machine. •...

  • Page 4: 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 98-4387 1. Indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the 1.

  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup 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). 4. Use a cable tie to secure the control cables to the left handle below the bag-support rod.

  • Page 6: Installing The Discharge Tunnel Plug

    Figure 6 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 6). Note: Ensure that the arrow on the plug decal points upward.

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product Overview 2. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure 8). Figure 9 1. Handle 6. Air filter 2. Throttle-control lever 7. Cutting-height lever 3. Grass bag 8. Spark plug Figure 8 4. Fuel tank 9.

  • Page 8: Operation

    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 self-propel drive should stop.

  • Page 9: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Filling the Fuel Tank DANGER When fueling, under certain circumstances, a static DANGER charge can develop, igniting the gasoline. A fire or Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A explosion from gasoline can burn you and others fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and and damage property.

  • Page 10: Starting The Engine

    Using the Self-propel Drive 2. Fill the fuel tank with unleaded gasoline up to the bottom of the filler neck. Do not fill into the filler neck. The machine has 3 ground speeds: 1 is slow, 2 is medium, 3. Install the fuel-tank cap and wipe up any spilled and 3 is fast.

  • Page 11: Using The Discharge Tunnel Plug

    Using the Discharge Tunnel Using the Grass Bag Plug Occasionally, you may wish to use the grass bag for bagging extra long grass, lush grass, or leaves. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Insert the plug; refer to Installing the Grass Bag 4 Installing the Discharge Tunnel Plug (page 6).

  • Page 12: Operating Tips

    Periodically file down nicks on the blade. • Replace the blade when necessary with an original Toro Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, replacement blade. install a new Toro replacement bag.
  • Page 13 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. • 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 14: Maintenance

    Maintenance 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 8 hours • Check the engine oil level. • Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade-control bar. •...

  • Page 15: Lubricating The Pivot Arms

    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 1. Move the rear wheel cutting-height levers to the center conditions). setting. Every 300 hours—Replace the paper air filter (more 2.

  • Page 16: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil 8. Return the machine to the operating position. 9. Pour about 3/4 of the crankcase capacity of fresh oil Service Interval: After the first 8 hours in the crankcase. Every 50 hours Note: The oil capacity of the engine crankcase Oil Capacity (with oil filter) is 29 ounces (0.85 liters).

  • Page 17: Servicing The Spark Plug

    4. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head. Important: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty spark plug. Do not clean the electrodes because grit entering the cylinder can damage the engine. 5. Set the gap on the plug to 0.030 in. (0.76 mm) (Figure 27).

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    10. Install the fuel tank and fuel line; refer to Every 100 hours 3 Installing the Fuel Tank (page 5). Whenever you install a new blade-brake cable assembly, adjust Adjusting the Self-propel Drive 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Service Interval: Every 100 hours 2.
  • Page 19 During the year, file down any small nicks to maintain the cutting edge. Installing the Blade 1. Install a sharp, balanced Toro blade, the accelerator, the DANGER lock washer, and the blade bolt. The sail of the blade...

  • Page 20: Cleaning Under The Machine Housing

    4. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. WARNING 5. Turn off the water. Operating the machine without the accelerator in place can cause the blade to flex, bend, or 6. Start the machine and let it run for a few minutes to dry break, resulting in serious injury or death to out the moisture on the machine and its components.

  • Page 21: Cleaning Under The Belt Cover

    Storage WARNING Grass clippings and other objects can be thrown To prepare the machine for off-season storage, perform from an open discharge tunnel and cause serious the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer to injury or kill the operator or bystanders. Maintenance (page 14). Never start or operate the machine unless one of Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place.

  • Page 22: Removing The Machine From Storage

    5. Service the air filter; refer to Servicing the Air Filter (page 15). 6. Lubricate the pivot arms; refer to Lubricating the Pivot Arms (page 15). 7. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws. 8. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces with paint available from an Authorized Service Dealer.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The 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 24 Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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