Form No. 3323-214 53 cm Recycler Walk Power Lawn Mower Model No.
Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Lawn Mower Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sound Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sound Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vibration Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Symbol Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property. This manual uses two other words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention. Preparation Safety • While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.
• Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. • Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out and, if the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing. • Do not mow excessively steep slopes. • Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. • Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the mower towards you. • Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. Sound Power This unit has a sound power level of 97 LwA, based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 84/538/EEC and amendments. • Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine. Vibration Level Sound Pressure This unit has a maximum hand-arm vibration level of 6.61 m/s@, based on measurement of identical machines per ISO 5349 procedures.
Thrown or flying objects — Rotary side-mounted mower. Keep deflector shield in place. Disengage Stop engine before leaving operator position. Battery charging condition Hourmeter/elapsed operating hours Fuel Fast Neutral Slow First gear Decreasing/Increasing Second gear Grease lubrication point Third gear Engine start Cutting element — basic symbol Engine stop Cutting element — height adjustment Choke Turn key in ignition switch.
Primer (start aid) Move control. Push primer three times. Pull rope. Properly dispose of batteries. Wheel Insert key in ignition switch. Wheel traction Assembly Note: Determine the left and right sides of the lawn mower by standing in the operating position. Unpacking the Lawn Mower 3 IMPORTANT: Be extremely careful when unpacking and handling the lawn mower and upper handle so that you do not pull, crimp, or damage the cables. 1 1.
Note: You can adjust the handle height by installing the Installing the Discharge Tunnel Plug handle bolt and knob through a different set of holes. 4. Slide the upper handle section ends over the lower handle so that the sections nest together (Fig. 3). 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Open the discharge door by moving it rearward (Fig. 5). 4 5 3 1 2 2 1 m–4204 Figure 3 1. Cables 2. Lower handle 3. Upper handle 4. Contoured handle bolt (only one shown) 5.
Before Starting 7. If the oil level reading is below the Add mark on the dipstick, slowly pour only enough oil into the filler hole to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick. Filling the Crankcase with Oil IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the crankcase with oil The crankcase can hold 20 ounces (0.59 liters) of oil. Use only high-quality, SAE 30 or 10W30 weight detergent oil that has the American Petroleum Institute (API) “service classification” — SF, SG, SH, or SJ.
Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner regularly during operation and storage. A stabilizer/conditioner cleans the engine during operation and prevents gum–like varnish deposits from forming in the engine during periods of storage. POTENTIAL HAZARD • In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. IMPORTANT: Do not use fuel additives other than a WHAT CAN HAPPEN • A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage. fuel stabilizer/conditioner.
mower, activating the self-propelled drive. The faster you walk, the farther the handle will slide and the faster the lawn mower will propel (Fig. 11). 1 1344 Figure 9 1. Primer Note: If the temperature is 55_F (13_C) or below, push the primer five times, waiting two seconds between each push. m–4206 Figure 11 Note: Do not use the primer to start a warm engine after a brief shutdown. However, cool weather may require you to prime the engine again.
1. Before starting the engine, push the lawn mower into the grass. Stop moving the lawn mower when the letters on the SmartWheelt design on the rear left wheel are upright (Fig. 12). 1 2. Use the SmartWheel design (Fig. 12) to compare the tips of the grass blades to the letters on the wheel. The letter on the SmartWheel that matches the tips of the grass blades is the proper cutting height. 2 3.
Mowing with the Grass Bag 2. Make sure that the discharge door handle is fully forward and the pin is contacting the catch (Fig. 14). DANGER 2 POTENTIAL HAZARD • A worn grass bag could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown in operator’s or bystander’s direction. 1 WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury or death to the operator or bystanders. 3 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD • Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag.
• Keep the engine in good running condition. • Clean the air filter frequently. Mulching stirs up more clippings and dust which clogs the air filter and reduces engine performance. POTENTIAL HAZARD • Grass clippings and other objects can be thrown from an open discharge tunnel. Cutting Grass WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Objects thrown with enough force could cause serious personal injury or death to operator or bystander. • Grass grows at different rates at different times of the year.
• If you cut up a lot of oak leaves, you can add lime to your grass in the spring to reduce the acidity of the oak leaves. Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Service Item Each Use Service Operation 5 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours Engine Oil—Check Check the engine oil before each use. Engine Oil—Change Drain and refill the engine crankcase with fresh oil after the first five hours of operation.
CAUTION POTENTIAL HAZARD • If you leave the wire on the spark plug, someone could start the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Someone accidentally starting the engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD • Remove the wire from the spark plug before you do any maintenance. Push wire aside so it does not accidentally contact the spark plug. Checking the Engine Oil Level 7. Turn the lawn mower upright. 8. Fill the crankcase with fresh oil to the Full mark on the dipstick.
1 2 POTENTIAL HAZARD • A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you and others to thrown objects or blade contact. WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Contact with thrown debris or blade contact will cause injury or death. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD • Replace a broken or missing washout fitting immediately before using the lawn mower again. • Plug any hole(s) in the lawn mower with bolts and locknuts. • Never put your hands or feet under the lawn mower or through openings in the lawn mower. M-3044 Figure 18 1.
2 1 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Remove the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 7). 3. Loosen the screw that secures the air filter cover to the engine (Fig. 19). Tilt the air cleaner cover down and clean the cover thoroughly. 1 3 973 Figure 20 1. Blade 2. Accelerator 3 2 Inspecting the Blade 1003 Figure 19 1. Air filter 2. Screw 3. Blade bolt Carefully examine the blade for sharpness and wear, especially where the flat and the curved parts meet (Fig. 21A).
Adjusting the Self-propelled Drive Cable Removing the Blade Grasp the end of the blade using a rag or thickly padded glove. Remove the blade bolt, the lock washer, the accelerator, and the blade (Fig. 20). If the top speed begins to slow on the lawn mower, adjust the self-propelled drive cable. 1. With the engine turned off, remove the two bolts that secure the belt cover (Fig. 26).
2. Spin the wheels to distribute the oil into the bushings. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 3. Wipe up any excess oil. 2. Remove the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 7). 4. Move the rear wheel height-of-cut levers to the C setting. 3. Clean around the spark plug. 4. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head. 5. Wipe the grease fittings with a clean rag (Fig. 25). IMPORTANT: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty 6.
4. Use a pump-type syphon to drain the fuel into a clean approved gasoline container. 6. Run the engine until it stops. 7. Start the engine again to make sure that all the gasoline is out of the carburetor. 5. Install the wire onto the spark plug. Troubleshooting Your lawn mower was designed and built for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully. If a problem continues, see your Authorized Service Dealer. Corrective Action Problem Engine g will not start 1.
Problem Discharge chute plugs Corrective Action 1. Move throttle lever from the Slow to the Fast position 2. Raise the cutting height 3. Slow down 4. Allow the grass to dry before mowing 5. Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck Mower will not self-propel 1. Adjust the self-propelled drive cable 2. Clean the debris from under the belt cover. Preparing the Engine Storage 1. While the engine is still warm, drain the oil from the crankcase. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil on page 16.
1. Loosen the knobs that secure the upper handle. 2. Carefully swing the upper handle forward until it rests on the engine (Fig. 28). m–4217 Figure 28 Removing From Storage 1. Carefully unfold the upper handle until it nests with the lower handle, then tighten the knobs. IMPORTANT: Be extremely careful when unfolding the handle so that you do not pull, crimp, or in any way damage the control cables. 2. Check and tighten all fasteners. 3. Remove the spark plug (Fig.
