Toro Recycler 22 Manual
Form No. 3442-174 Rev A
®
2in Recycler Lawn Mower
2
Model No. 21472—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Operator's Manual
Introduction
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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.
Figure 2
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.
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.
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.
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. Figure 1
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
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.
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.
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.
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Figure 1
WARNING
1.
Model and serial number location
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Model No.
Serial No.
Use of this product may cause exposure
to chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
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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2020—The Toro® Company
111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in Mexico
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*3442-174*
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Contents
Safety
Introduction ............................................................... 1
Safety ....................................................................... 2
General Safety ................................................... 2
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 3
Setup ........................................................................ 4
This machine has been designed in accordance with
ANSI B71.1-2017.
General Safety
This product is capable of amputating hands and
feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious personal injury or death.
1
2
Assembling and Unfolding the Handle.............. 4
Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the
Rope Guide..................................................... 5
Adding Oil to the Engine................................... 6
Assembling the Grass Bag............................... 6
3
4
•
Read, understand, and follow the instructions
and warnings in this Operator’s Manual and on
the machine and attachments before starting the
engine.
Product Overview ..................................................... 8
Specifications .................................................... 8
Attachments/Accessories................................... 8
Operation .................................................................. 9
Before Operation ................................................... 9
Before Operation Safety ..................................... 9
Filling the Fuel Tank............................................ 9
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.......................... 10
Adjusting the Handle Height ............................. 10
Adjusting the Cutting Height ..............................11
During Operation ................................................. 12
During Operation Safety ................................... 12
Starting the Engine ........................................... 12
Using the Self-Propel Drive............................... 13
Shutting Off the Engine..................................... 13
Recycling the Clippings .................................... 13
Bagging the Clippings....................................... 14
Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever ............... 15
Operating Tips ................................................. 15
After Operation .................................................... 16
After Operation Safety ...................................... 16
Cleaning Under the Machine ............................ 16
Folding the Handle ........................................... 16
Maintenance ........................................................... 18
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ........... 18
Maintenance Safety.......................................... 18
Preparing for Maintenance ............................... 18
Servicing the Air Filter....................................... 19
Changing the Engine Oil................................... 19
Replacing the Blade.......................................... 20
Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive ......................... 21
Storage ................................................................... 21
Storage Safety.................................................. 21
Preparing the Machine for Storage ................... 21
Removing the Machine from Storage................ 21
•
•
•
Do not put your hands or feet near moving parts or
under the machine. Keep clear of any discharge
opening.
Do not operate the machine without all guards
and other safety protective devices in place and
functioning properly on the machine.
Keep bystanders and children out of the operating
area. Do not allow children to operate the machine.
Allow only people who are responsible, trained,
familiar with the instructions, and physically
capable to operate the machine.
•
Stop the machine, shut off the engine, and wait for
all moving parts to stop before servicing, fueling,
or unclogging the machine.
Improperly using or maintaining this machine can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always
pay attention to the safety-alert symbol , which
means Caution, Warning, or Danger—personal safety
instruction. Failure to comply with these instructions
may result in personal injury or death.
2
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 missing.
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Manufacturer's Mark
1.
This mark indicates that the blade is identified as a part
from the original machine manufacturer.
decal94-8072
94-8072
decal125-5026
125-5026
1.
Recycling mode
2. Bagging mode
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133-8062
decal131-4514b
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; pick up any
debris before mowing.
5.
Cutting/dismemberment hazard of foot, mower blade—do
not operate up and down slopes; operate side to side on
slopes; look behind you when moving in reverse.
3
Setup
Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other
plastic or wrapping on the machine.
1
Assembling and Unfolding the Handle
No Parts Required
Procedure
Note: Ensure that the cables are routed on the outside of the handle and are not pinched (D of Figure 3).
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Figure 3
4
2
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.
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Figure 4
5
3
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.
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Figure 5
6
4
Assembling the Grass Bag
No Parts Required
Procedure
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Figure 6
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could be dangerous, and such use could void the
product warranty.
Product Overview
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Figure 7
1.
2.
3.
4.
Handle
7. Spark plug
Blade-control bar
Handle knob
Fuel-tank cap
8. Oil fill/dipstick
9. Bag-on-demand lever
10. Grass bag
5
.
.
Air cleaner
11. Recoil-start handle
6
Cutting-height lever (4)
Specifications
Model
Weight
5 kg
77 lb)
Length
Width
Height
109 cm
3
151 cm
59 cm
21472
(
(59
(23
(43
inches)
inches)
inches)
Attachments/Accessories
A selection of Toro approved attachments and
accessories is available for use with the machine
to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact
your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro
distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all
approved attachments and accessories.
To ensure optimum performance and continued safety
certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro
replacement parts and accessories. Replacement
parts and accessories made by other manufacturers
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–
Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the
Keep your hands and face away from the
nozzle and the fuel-tank opening.
machine from the normal operating position.
–
Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin.
Before Operation
Filling the Fuel Tank
Type
Unleaded gasoline
Before Operation Safety
Minimum octane rating
87 (US) or 91 (research
octane; outside the US)
General Safety
Ethanol
No more than 10% by volume
None
•
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.
Methanol
MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl
ether)
Less than 15% by volume
•
•
Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
Oil
Do not add to the fuel
Check that all guards and safety devices, such as
deflectors and/or grass catcher, are in place and
functioning properly.
Use only clean, fresh (no more than 30 days old), fuel
from a reputable source.
Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel
stabilizer/conditioner to fresh fuel as directed by
the fuel-stabilizer/conditioner manufacturer.
•
•
Always inspect the machine to ensure that the
blades and blade bolts are not worn or damaged.
Inspect the area where you will use the machine,
and remove all objects that could interfere with
the operation of the machine or that the machine
could throw.
Refer to your engine owner’s manual for additional
information.
Fill the fuel tank as shown in Figure 8.
•
Contact with the moving blade will cause serious
injury. Do not put your fingers under the housing.
Fuel Safety
•
Fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive.
A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and
others and can damage property.
–
To prevent a static charge from igniting the fuel,
place the container and/or machine directly on
the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on
an object.
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Figure 8
–
Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area,
when the engine is cold. Wipe up any fuel that
spills.
–
–
–
Do not handle fuel when smoking or around an
open flame or sparks.
Do not remove the fuel cap or add fuel to the
tank while the engine is running or hot.
If you spill fuel, do not attempt to start the
engine. Avoid creating a source of ignition until
the fuel vapors have dissipated.
–
Store fuel in an approved container and keep
it out of the reach of children.
•
Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term
exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and
illness.
9
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.
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Figure 9
Adjusting the Handle Height
You can raise or lower the handle in 1 of 2 positions that is more comfortable for you (Figure 10).
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Figure 10
1.
2.
3.
Remove both handle knobs.
Move the handle to the desired height position.
Secure the handle with the previously removed handle knobs.
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Adjusting the Cutting Height
DANGER
Adjusting the cutting-height levers could bring your hands into contact with a moving blade
and result in serious injury.
•
•
Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before adjusting the cutting height.
Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height.
CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can burn you.
Keep away from the hot muffler.
Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all wheels to the same cutting height (Figure 11).
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Figure 11
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all moving parts to stop, and disconnect the wire
from the spark plug before examining the machine
for damage. Make all necessary repairs before
resuming operation.
During Operation
During Operation Safety
•
•
Before leaving the operating position, shut off the
engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
General Safety
If the engine has been running, it will be hot and
can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot
engine.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
•
•
Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is
an odorless, deadly poison.
•
Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
Check the grass catcher components and the
discharge chute frequently for any wear or
deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro
parts when necessary.
•
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Slope Safety
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.
•
Mow across the face of slopes; never up and
down. Use extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
•
•
When you release the blade-control bar, the
engine should shut off and the blade should stop
within 3 seconds. If not, stop using your machine
immediately and contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
•
•
Do not mow on excessively steep slopes. Poor
footing could cause a slip-and-fall accident.
Mow with caution near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments.
Keep bystanders out of the operating area. Keep
small children out of the operating area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult who is
not operating the machine. Stop the machine if
anyone enters the area.
Starting the Engine
1.
Hold the blade-control bar against the handle
A of Figure 12).
(
2.
Pull the recoil-start handle lightly until you feel
resistance, then pull it sharply, and allow it to
return to the rope guide on the handle slowly (B
of Figure 12).
•
•
Always look down and behind you before moving
the machine in reverse.
Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lightning.
•
•
•
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if
you slip and contact the blade. Avoid mowing in
wet conditions.
Use extreme care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
block your view.
Do not direct the discharge material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall
or obstruction; material may ricochet toward you.
Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel surfaces.
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Figure 12
Note: If the machine does not start after several
attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
•
•
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other
hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause you
to lose your balance or footing.
If the machine strikes an object or starts to
vibrate, immediately shut off the engine, wait for
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Using the Self-Propel Drive
To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your
hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your
sides, and the machine will automatically keep pace
with you (Figure 13).
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Figure 13
Note: If the machine does not freely roll backward
after self-propelling, stop walking, hold your hands
in place, and allow the machine to roll a couple of
centimeters (inches) forward to disengage the wheel
drive. You can also try reaching just under the upper
handle to the metal handle and pushing the machine
forward a couple of centimeters (inches). If the
machine still does not roll backward easily, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
Shutting Off the Engine
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Ensure
that the engine shuts off within
3
seconds after releasing the
blade-control bar.
To shut off the engine, release the blade-control bar.
Important: When you release the blade-control
bar, both the engine and blade should stop within
3
seconds. If they do not stop properly, stop
using your machine immediately and contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
Recycling the Clippings
Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle
the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.
If the grass bag is on the machine and the
bag-on-demand lever is in the bagging position, move
the lever to the recycling position; refer to Operating
the Bag-on-Demand Lever (page 15).
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Bagging the Clippings
Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn.
If the bag-on-demand lever is in the recycling position, move it to the bagging position; refer to Operating the
Bag-on-Demand Lever (page 15).
Installing the Grass Bag
1.
Raise and hold up the rear deflector (A of Figure 14).
2.
Install the grass bag, ensuring that the pins on the bag rest in the slots on the handle bracket (B of
Figure 14).
3.
Lower the rear deflector.
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Figure 14
Removing the Grass Bag
To remove the bag, reverse the steps in Installing the Grass Bag (page 14).
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Operating the
Operating Tips
Bag-on-Demand Lever
The bag-on-demand feature allows you to either
collect or recycle grass and leaf clippings while the
grass bag is attached to the machine.
General Mowing Tips
•
Inspect the area where you will use the machine
and remove all objects that the machine could
throw.
•
To bag the grass and leaf clippings, press the
button on the bag-on-demand lever and move the
lever forward until the button on the lever pops up
•
•
Avoid striking solid objects with the blade. Never
deliberately mow over any object.
(Figure 15).
If the machine strikes an object or starts to vibrate,
immediately shut off the engine, wait for all moving
parts to stop, disconnect the wire from the spark
plug, and examine the machine for damage.
•
For best performance, install a new Toro blade
before the cutting season begins or when
necessary.
Cutting Grass
•
Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time.
Do not cut below 51 mm (2 inches) unless the
grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth
begins to slow down.
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Figure 15
Bag-on-demand lever (in the bagging position)
1.
•
When cutting grass over 15 cm (6 inches) tall,
mow 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, the
machine may plug and cause the engine to stall.
•
To recycle the grass and leaf clippings, press
the button on the lever and move the lever
rearward until the button on the lever pops up.
•
•
•
•
Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard
and can cause the machine to plug or the engine
to stall. Avoid mowing in wet conditions.
Important: For proper operation, shut off
the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop,
and then remove any grass clippings and
debris from the bag-on-demand door and the
surrounding opening (Figure 16) before you
move the bag-on-demand lever from 1 position
to another.
Be aware of a potential fire hazard in very dry
conditions, follow all local fire warnings, and keep
the machine free of dry grass and leaf debris.
Alternate the mowing direction. This helps
disperse the clippings over the lawn for even
fertilization.
If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory,
try 1 or more of the following:
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Replace the blade or have it sharpened.
Walk at a slower pace while mowing.
Raise the cutting height on your machine.
Cut the grass more frequently.
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Figure 16
Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full
swath with each pass.
1.
Clean here
Cutting Leaves
•
After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn
shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need
to make more than a single pass over the leaves.
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•
•
If there are more than 13 cm (5 inches) of leaves
on the lawn, mow at a higher cutting height and
then again at the desired cutting height.
For best results, clean under the machine shortly after
you have completed mowing.
1.
Lower the machine to its lowest cutting-height
setting.
Slow down your mowing speed if the machine
does not cut the leaves finely enough.
2
.
.
Move the machine onto a paved level surface.
3
With the engine running and the blade engaged,
spray a stream of water in front of the right, rear
wheel (Figure 17).
After Operation
Note: The water will splash into the path of the
blade, cleaning out the clippings.
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.
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•
•
Clean grass and debris from the machine to help
prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
Figure 17
Never store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or on other appliances.
4
.
.
When no more clippings come out, stop the
water and move the machine to a dry area.
5
Start the engine and run it for a few minutes to
dry the underside of the machine to prevent it
from rusting.
Hauling Safety
•
Use care when loading or unloading the machine.
6.
Shut off the engine, remove the electric-start
button (if equipped), and allow the machine to
cool before storing it in an enclosed area.
•
Secure the machine from rolling.
Cleaning Under the
Machine
Service Interval: After each use
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.
1.
Remove and save the 2 handle knobs and 2 carriage bolts from the handle brackets (A of Figure 18).
Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you fold the handle.
Fold the handle by rotating it forward (B of Figure 18).
2.
3.
4.
Loosely install the handle knobs and carriage bolts on the handle brackets (C of Figure 18).
To unfold the handle, refer to 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle (page 4).
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Figure 18
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Maintenance
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)
Maintenance Service
Maintenance Procedure
Interval
•
Check the engine-oil level and add oil as needed.
Before each use or daily
• Ensure that the engine shuts off within 3 seconds after releasing the blade-control
bar.
After each use
Every 25 hours
• Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the machine.
• Service the air filter; service it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.
•
•
Replace the air filter; replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.
Change the engine oil (if desired).
Yearly
• Replace the blade or have it sharpened (more frequently if the edge dulls quickly).
•
Clean the engine by removing dirt and debris from its top and sides; clean it more
frequently in dusty operating conditions.
Yearly or before storage
• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before yearly storage.
Important: Refer to your engine manual for additional maintenance procedures.
Maintenance 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.
•
•
•
Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug
before performing any maintenance procedure.
Wear gloves and eye protection when servicing
the machine.
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result
in serious personal injury. Wear gloves when
servicing the blade. Do not repair or alter the
blade(s).
•
•
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to leak.
Fuel is flammable and explosive, and can cause
personal injury. Run the engine dry or remove the
fuel with a hand pump; never siphon the fuel.
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Figure 19
1.
Spark-plug wire
•
To ensure optimum performance of the machine,
use only genuine Toro replacement parts and
accessories. Replacement parts and accessories
made by other manufacturers could be dangerous,
and such use could void the product warranty.
3.
After performing the maintenance procedure(s),
connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug.
Important: Before tipping the machine to
change the oil or replace the blade, allow the
fuel tank to run dry through normal usage. If
you must tip the machine prior to running
out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump to remove
the fuel. Always tip the machine onto its
side, with the dipstick down.
Preparing for Maintenance
1.
Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts
to stop.
2.
Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark
plug (Figure 19).
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*
There is residual oil in the crankcase after you drain
Servicing the Air Filter
the oil. Do not pour the entire capacity of oil into the
crankcase. Fill the crankcase with oil as directed in
the following steps.
Service Interval: Every 25 hours
Yearly
1.
Unclip the top of the air-filter cover (Figure 20).
1. Move the machine to a level surface.
2
.
.
Refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 18).
3
Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap
counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure 21).
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Figure 20
3. Air filter
Figure 21
3. Low
1.
Clip
1.
Full
2.
Air-filter cover
2.
High
2
.
.
Remove the air filter (Figure 20).
Inspect the air filter.
4.
Tip the machine onto its side (so that the air
filter is up) to drain the used oil from the oil-fill
tube (Figure 22).
3
Note: If the air filter is excessively dirty, replace
it with a new filter. Otherwise, gently tap the air
filter on a hard surface to loosen debris.
4
.
.
Install the air filter.
5
Use the clip to install the air-filter cover.
Changing the Engine Oil
Service Interval: Yearly
Changing the engine oil is not required, but if
you want to change the oil, use the following
procedure.
Note: Run the engine a few minutes before changing
the oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries
more contaminants.
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Figure 22
Engine Oil Specifications
5.
6.
7.
After draining the used oil, return the machine to
the operating position.
Engine oil capacity
Oil viscosity
0.44 L (15 fl oz)*
SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30
detergent oil
Carefully pour about 3/4 of the engine capacity
of oil into the oil-fill tube.
API service classification
SJ or higher
Wait 3 minutes for the oil to settle in the engine.
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8
.
.
Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.
9
Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, screw it in,
then remove the dipstick.
10. Read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure 21).
•
If the oil level on the dipstick is too low,
carefully pour a small amount of oil into the
oil-fill tube, wait 3 minutes, and repeat steps
8
through 10 until the oil level on the dipstick
is correct.
•
If the oil level on the dipstick is too high,
drain the excess oil until the oil level on the
dipstick is correct.
Important: If the oil level in the engine is too
low or too high and you run the engine, you
may damage the engine.
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Figure 23
1
1. Install the dipstick into the oil-fill tube securely.
4
.
.
Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware
Figure 23).
12. Recycle the used oil properly.
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5
Install the new blade and all mounting hardware
Figure 24).
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Replacing the Blade
Service Interval: Yearly
Important: You will need a torque wrench to
install the blade properly. If you do not have a
torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing
this procedure, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
Examine the blade whenever you run out of fuel. If the
blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.
If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened
and balanced, or replace it.
WARNING
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can
result in serious personal injury.
Wear gloves when servicing the blade.
1.
2.
3.
Refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 18).
Tip the machine onto its side with the air filter up.
Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady
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Figure 24
(Figure 23).
Important: Position the curved ends of the
blade to point toward the machine housing.
6.
Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt
to 82 N∙m (60 ft-lb).
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Adjusting the Self-Propel
Drive
Storage
Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place.
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.
Storage 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.
1.
Turn the adjustment nut counterclockwise to
loosen the cable adjustments (Figure 25).
Preparing the Machine for
Storage
1.
On the last refueling of the year, add fuel
stabilizer (such as Toro Premium Fuel
Treatment) to the fuel as directed on the label.
2.
Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle
it according to local codes or use it in your
automobile.
Important: Old fuel in the fuel tank is the
leading cause of hard starting. Do not store
the fuel without fuel stabilizer more than
30 days, and do not store stabilized fuel
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Figure 25
beyond the duration recommended by the
fuel-stabilizer manufacturer.
1
.
Handle (left side)
Adjustment nut
4. Turn the nut clockwise to
tighten the adjustment.
3. Run the machine until the engine shuts off from
running out of fuel.
2.
5. Turn the nut
counterclockwise to
loosen the adjustment.
4
5
6
.
.
.
Start the engine again and allow it to run until
it shuts off. When you can no longer start the
engine, it is sufficiently dry.
3.
Self-propel-drive cables
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug and
connect the wire to the retaining post (if
equipped).
2
.
.
Adjust the tension on the cables (Figure 25) by
pulling them back or pushing them forward and
holding that position.
Remove the spark plug, add 30 ml (1 fl oz) of
engine oil through the spark-plug hole, and pull
the starter rope slowly several times to distribute
oil throughout the cylinder to prevent cylinder
corrosion during the off-season.
Note: Push the cables toward the engine to
increase the traction; pull the cables away from
the engine to decrease the traction.
3
Turn the adjustment nut clockwise to tighten the
cable adjustments.
7. Loosely install the spark plug.
Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
8.
Note: Tighten the nut firmly with a socket or
wrench.
Removing the Machine
from Storage
1.
Check and tighten all fasteners.
2.
Remove the spark plug and spin the engine
rapidly by pulling the recoil-start handle to blow
the excess oil from the cylinder.
3.
Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque
wrench to 20 N∙m (15 ft-lb).
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4.
5.
6.
7.
Perform any maintenance procedures; refer to
Maintenance (page 18).
Check the engine-oil level; refer to Checking the
Engine-Oil Level (page 10).
Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel; refer to Filling
the Fuel Tank (page 9).
Connect the wire to the spark plug.
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California Proposition 65 Warning Information
What is this warning?
You may see a product for sale that has a warning label like the following:
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm—www.p65Warnings.ca.gov.
What is Prop 65?
Prop 65 applies to any company operating in California, selling products in California, or manufacturing products that may be sold in or brought into
California. It mandates that the Governor of California maintain and publish a list of chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, and/or other
reproductive harm. The list, which is updated annually, includes hundreds of chemicals found in many everyday items. The purpose of Prop 65 is to
inform the public about exposure to these chemicals.
Prop 65 does not ban the sale of products containing these chemicals but instead requires warnings on any product, product packaging, or literature with
the product. Moreover, a Prop 65 warning does not mean that a product is in violation of any product safety standards or requirements. In fact, the
California government has clarified that a Prop 65 warning “is not the same as a regulatory decision that a product is ‘safe’ or ‘unsafe.’” Many of these
chemicals have been used in everyday products for years without documented harm. For more information, go to https://oag.ca.gov/prop65/faqs-view-all.
A Prop 65 warning means that a company has either (1) evaluated the exposure and has concluded that it exceeds the “no significant risk level”; or (2)
has chosen to provide a warning based on its understanding about the presence of a listed chemical without attempting to evaluate the exposure.
Does this law apply everywhere?
Prop 65 warnings are required under California law only. These warnings are seen throughout California in a wide range of settings, including but not
limited to restaurants, grocery stores, hotels, schools, and hospitals, and on a wide variety of products. Additionally, some online and mail order
retailers provide Prop 65 warnings on their websites or in catalogs.
How do the California warnings compare to federal limits?
Prop 65 standards are often more stringent than federal and international standards. There are various substances that require a Prop 65 warning
at levels that are far lower than federal action limits. For example, the Prop 65 standard for warnings for lead is 0.5 μg/day, which is well below
the federal and international standards.
Why don’t all similar products carry the warning?
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Products sold in California require Prop 65 labelling while similar products sold elsewhere do not.
A company involved in a Prop 65 lawsuit reaching a settlement may be required to use Prop 65 warnings for its products, but other companies
making similar products may have no such requirement.
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The enforcement of Prop 65 is inconsistent.
Companies may elect not to provide warnings because they conclude that they are not required to do so under Prop 65; a lack of warnings for a
product does not mean that the product is free of listed chemicals at similar levels.
Why does Toro include this warning?
Toro has chosen to provide consumers with as much information as possible so that they can make informed decisions about the products they buy and
use. Toro provides warnings in certain cases based on its knowledge of the presence of one or more listed chemicals without evaluating the level of
exposure, as not all the listed chemicals provide exposure limit requirements. 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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