Form No. 3359-466 Rev B HD53 Commercial Lawn Mower Model No. 22164TE—Serial No. 280000001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
Contents Introduction Introduction................................................................. 2 Safety ........................................................................... 3 General Lawn Mower Safety ................................. 3 Sound Pressure..................................................... 4 Sound Power ........................................................ 4 Vibration, Hand/arm ........................................... 4 Safety and Instructional Decals ......................
Safety • If gasoline is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the mower away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until gasoline vapors have dissipated. • Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely. Improperly using or maintaining this mower can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions.
– Do not mow excessively steep slopes. • To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, battery compartment and gasoline storage are free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. – Exercise extreme caution when on slopes. – Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down and exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. • Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary.
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. 114-3470 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 4. Warning; cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in place. 2. Thrown object 5. Cutting/dismemberment hazard—keep bystanders hazard of hand or foot, a safe distance from the mower blade—remove machine.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure 1 2 3 Description Use Qty. Oval-head bolt Locknut Upper handle Cable tie 6 6 1 1 Install the handle. No parts required – Fill the crankcase with oil. No parts required – Adjust the handle height. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
5. Tighten the rest of the fasteners on the handle and handle braces. 6. Use the cable tie provided to secure the control cable(s) to the handle. Note: Attach the cable tie as low as possible on the handle to prevent the cable(s) from hooking onto the end cap on the rear door rod and interfering with the self-propel system (Figure 3). 2 Filling the Crankcase with Oil No Parts Required Figure 4 1. Highest position 2. Middle position (either hole) Procedure The engine crankcase is shipped without oil.
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. If they do not, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure.
Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline For best results, use clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. To ensure freshness, purchase only the quantity of gasoline that you expect to use in 30 days. Using unleaded gasoline results in fewer combustion deposits and longer engine life. You may use leaded gasoline if unleaded gasoline is not available. Important: Do not add oil to the gasoline.
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. • Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed because interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners may insulate the container and slow the loss of any static charge. Figure 9 1. Oil fill/dipstick 2.
Note: If the mower still does not start, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Stopping the Engine Release the blade control bar (Figure 14). Figure 14 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 mower immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Figure 11 3. Hold the blade control bar against the handle (Figure 12).
Adjusting the Cutting Height Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury. • Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. • Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height. 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 four wheels to the same height.
Figure 19 Figure 17 2. Lift open the side discharge door (Figure 20). Side-discharging the Clippings Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass. If the bag is on the mower, remove it and insert the rear discharge plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before side-discharging the clippings. Figure 20 Important: Ensure that the rear discharge plug is in place before you recycle the clippings (Figure 18). 3. Install the side discharge chute and close the door onto the chute (Figure 21).
Installing the Grass Bag • Replace the blade when necessary with an original Toro replacement blade. • Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the mower to plug or the engine to stall. Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and lock the side discharge door before bagging the clippings.
If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try one or more of the following: • Sharpen the blade. • Walk at a slower pace while mowing. • 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. For example, set the front wheels at 2-1/4 inches (57 mm) and the rear wheels at 2-3/4 inches (70 mm).
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 8 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • Check the engine oil level. • Inspect the mower blades for wear or damage. • Clean under the mower housing. Every 25 hours • Lubricate the rear wheel gears. • Clean the foam pre-cleaner (more frequently in dusty conditions).
Lubrication Engine Maintenance Lubricating the Wheel Gears Servicing the Air Filter Service Interval: Every 25 hours Service Interval: Every 25 hours Every 300 hours Lubricate each rear wheel with grease yearly. 1. Wipe the grease fittings just inside the rear wheels with a clean rag (Figure 24). Clean the foam pre-cleaner every 25 operating hours. Replace the paper air filter once every season or every 300 operating hours; replace it more frequently in dusty conditions.
Servicing the Spark Plug Note: Install a new paper air filter if you discarded the old one. Service Interval: Every 100 hours 9. Install the cover and secure it with the screw. Check the spark plug after every 100 operating hours. Use an NGK BPR5ES spark plug or equivalent. Changing the Engine Oil 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Service Interval: After the first 8 hours 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 10). Every 50 hours 3. Clean around the spark plug.
Fuel System Maintenance Blade Maintenance Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades. Maintaining the Cutting Blade 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Service Interval: Yearly 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 10). The fuel filter (screen) element is located inside the fuel tank. Clean the fuel filter element yearly. 3.
Balancing the Blade 1. Check the balance of the blade by placing the center hole of the blade over a nail or screwdriver shank clamped horizontally in a vise (Figure 30). Figure 28 Figure 30 3. Wear 4. Slot formed 1. Sail 2. Flat part of the blade Note: You can also check the balance using a commercially manufactured blade balancer. 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. 2.
Cleaning Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank. Gasoline is extremely flammable, highly explosive, and, under certain conditions, can cause personal injury or property damage. Cleaning under the Mower Housing To ensure the best performance, keep the underside of the mower housing clean. Avoid fuel spills by running the engine dry or by removing the gasoline with a hand pump; never siphon. Washing Method Service Interval: Before each use or daily 3.
Storage 2. Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder, cylinder head fins, and blower housing. To prepare the mower for off-season storage, perform the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer to Maintenance. 3. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the top of the mower housing. Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the mower to keep it clean and protected. 4. Check the condition of the blade.
Troubleshooting Problem Engine does not start Engine starts hard or loses power Possible Cause 1. The fuel tank is empty or the fuel system contains stale fuel. 1. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. If the problem persists, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 2. The wire is not connected to the spark plug. 3. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the gap is incorrect. 2. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 1. Drain and fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. 2.
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