Toro 21385 Operator's Manual

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Super Recycler

Model No. 21385—Serial No. 400000000 and Up

Introduction

This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is intended

to be used by residential homeowners. It is designed

primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns on

residential properties. Using this product for purposes

other than its intended use could prove dangerous to

you and bystanders.

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.

Visit www.Toro.com for more information, including

safety tips, training materials, 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.

identifies the location of the model and serial numbers

on the product. Write the numbers in the space

provided.

Important:

With your mobile device, you can

scan the QR code on the serial number decal (if

equipped) to access warranty, parts, and other

product information.

1. Model and serial number location

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.

8111 Lyndale Avenue South

Bloomington, MN 55420

Figure 1

Lawn Mower

This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.

Important calls attention to special mechanical

information and Note emphasizes general information

worthy of special attention.

It is a violation of California Public Resource Code

Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on

any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered

land unless the engine is equipped with a spark

arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in

effective working order or the engine is constructed,

equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire.

Gross or Net Torque: 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 or J2723. As

configured to meet safety, emission, and operating

requirements, the actual engine torque on this class

of mower will be significantly lower. Please refer to

the engine manufacturer's information included with

the machine.

Important:

1500 m (5,000 ft) for a continuous period, ensure

that the High Altitude Kit has been installed

so that the engine meets CARB/EPA emission

regulations. The High Altitude Kit increases

engine performance while preventing spark-plug

fouling, hard starting, and increased emissions.

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Once you have installed the kit, attach the

high-altitude label next to the serial decal on the

machine. Contact any Authorized Toro Service

Dealer to obtain the proper High Altitude Kit and

high-altitude label for your machine. To locate

a dealer convenient to you, access our website

at www.Toro.com or contact our Toro Customer

Care Department at the number(s) listed in your

Emission Control Warranty Statement.

Remove the kit from the engine and restore the

engine to its original factory configuration when

running the engine under 1500 m (5,000 ft). Do

not operate an engine that has been converted

for high-altitude use at lower altitudes; otherwise,

you could overheat and damage the engine.

Form No. 3435-147 Rev A

Operator's Manual

Figure 2

Safety-alert symbol

If you are using this machine above

Original Instructions (EN)

Printed in Mexico

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Page 1: Introduction
Authorized Service Gross or Net Torque: The gross or net torque Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model of this engine was laboratory rated by the engine and serial numbers of your product ready.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents If you are unsure whether or not your machine has been converted for high-altitude use, look for the following label (Figure Introduction ............... 1 Safety ............... 3 General Safety ........... 3 Safety and Instructional Decals ......3 Setup ................ 5 1 Unfolding the Handle ........
Page 3: Safety
Safety • Do not operate the machine without all guards and other safety protective devices in place and functioning properly on the machine. This machine has been designed in accordance with • Keep bystanders and children out of the operating ANSI B71.1-2017.
Page 4 decal131-4514 131-4514 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand, mower blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place. 3. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand, mower blade—disconnect the spark-plug wire before performing maintenance. 4. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away; shut off the engine before leaving the operating position;...
Page 5: Setup
Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure g240045 Figure 4...
Page 6: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide
Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure Important: To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter rope in the rope guide. g230719 Figure 5...
Page 7: Adding Oil To The Engine
Adding Oil to the Engine No Parts Required Procedure Important: If the oil level in the engine is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. g235721 Figure 6 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g241560...
Page 8: Product Overview
Product Overview Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Always shut off the machine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
Page 9: Filling The Fuel Tank
– Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. – Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. – Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin. Filling the Fuel Tank • For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method).
Page 10: Checking The Engine-Oil Level
Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. g235721 Figure 11 Adjusting the Handle Height You may raise or lower the handle to a position comfortable for you.
Page 11: Adjusting The Cutting Height
Adjusting the Cutting Height CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot muffler. Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all wheels to the same cutting height (Figure 13).
Page 12: During Operation
Use your full attention while operating the discharge chute frequently for any wear or machine. Do not engage in any activity that deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property parts when necessary. damage may occur.
Page 13: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Shutting Off the Engine Hold the blade-control bar against the handle Service Interval: Before each use or daily (A of Figure 14). To shut off the engine, release the blade-control bar. Pull the recoil-start handle (B of Figure 14).
Page 14: Recycling The Clippings
Recycling the Clippings Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it and lock the side-discharge deflector; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 18) before recycling the clippings.
Page 15: Bagging The Clippings
Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it and lock the side-discharge deflector; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 18).
Page 16 Removing the Grass Bag Raise and hold up the rear deflector and lift the grass bag up by the handle off the notches of the handle brackets (A of Figure 18). Install the rear plug (B of Figure 18). Important: Ensure that the rear plug is locked in place.
Page 17: Discharging The Clippings
Discharging the Clippings Side-discharge or rear-discharge the clippings when cutting very tall grass. WARNING The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Side-Discharging the Clippings If the bag is on the machine, remove it and insert the rear plug;...
Page 18 g231920 Figure 20 Removing the Side-Discharge Chute To remove the side-discharge chute, reverse the steps above. Important: Lock the side-discharge deflector after you close it (Figure 21). g002593 Figure 21...
Page 19: Operating Tips
• For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade. Cutting Grass • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time.
Page 20: After Operation
After Operation After Operation Safety General Safety • Always shut off the machine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it. g189103 Figure 22 • Clean grass and debris from the machine to help prevent fires.
Page 21: Folding The Handle
Folding the Handle WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle. • If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Hold the handle while disengaging the handle locks to avoid pinching your hands.
Page 22: Maintenance
• To ensure optimum performance of the machine, Figure 24 use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories 1. Spark-plug wire made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty.
Page 23: Servicing The Air Filter
Servicing the Air Filter Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Yearly Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Press down on the latch tabs on top of the Yearly air-filter cover (Figure 25). Note: Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it.
Page 24: Lubricating The Wheel Gears
Replacing the Blade After draining the used oil, return the machine to the operating position. Service Interval: Yearly Carefully pour about 3/4 of the engine capacity of oil into the oil-fill tube. Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the blade properly.
Page 25: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive
Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive For Self-Propel-Drive Models Only Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive. Turn the adjustment nut counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment (Figure 31). g231390 Figure 30 g269307...
Page 26: Storage
Preparing the Machine for Storage On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer (such as Toro Premium Fuel Treatment) to the fuel as directed on the label. Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle it according to local codes or use it in your automobile.
Page 27 While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.

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