Operator's Manual

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FormNo.3442-421RevA

SuperRecycler

LawnMower

ModelNo.21382—SerialNo.407800000andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thisrotary-blade,walk-behindlawnmowerisintended

tobeusedbyresidentialhomeowners.Itisdesigned

primarilyforcuttinggrassonwell-maintainedlawnson

residentialproperties.Usingthisproductforpurposes

otherthanitsintendedusecouldprovedangerousto

youandbystanders.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperate

andmaintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoid

injuryandproductdamage.Youareresponsiblefor

operatingtheproductproperlyandsafely.

Visitwww.Toro.comformoreinformation,including

safetytips,trainingmaterials,accessoryinformation,

helpndingadealer,ortoregisteryourproduct.

Wheneveryouneedservice,genuineToroparts,or

additionalinformation,contactanAuthorizedService

DealerorToroCustomerServiceandhavethemodel

andserialnumbersofyourproductready.Figure1

identiesthelocationofthemodelandserialnumbers

ontheproduct.Writethenumbersinthespace

provided.

Important:Withyourmobiledevice,youcan

scantheQRcodeontheserialnumberdecal(if

equipped)toaccesswarranty,parts,andother

productinformation.

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safetymessagesidentiedbythesafety-alertsymbol

(Figure2),whichsignalsahazardthatmaycause

seriousinjuryordeathifyoudonotfollowthe

recommendedprecautions.

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Safety-alertsymbol

Thismanualuses2wordstohighlightinformation.

Importantcallsattentiontospecialmechanical

informationandNoteemphasizesgeneralinformation

worthyofspecialattention.

ItisaviolationofCaliforniaPublicResourceCode

Section4442or4443touseoroperatetheengineon

anyforest-covered,brush-covered,orgrass-covered

landunlesstheengineisequippedwithaspark

arrester,asdenedinSection4442,maintainedin

effectiveworkingorderortheengineisconstructed,

equipped,andmaintainedforthepreventionofre.

Theenclosedengineowner'smanualissupplied

forinformationregardingtheUSEnvironmental

ProtectionAgency(EPA)andtheCaliforniaEmission

ControlRegulationofemissionsystems,maintenance,

andwarranty.Replacementsmaybeorderedthrough

theenginemanufacturer.

GrossorNetTorque:Thegrossornettorque

ofthisenginewaslaboratoryratedbytheengine

manufacturerinaccordancewiththeSocietyof

AutomotiveEngineers(SAE)J1940orJ2723.As

conguredtomeetsafety,emission,andoperating

requirements,theactualenginetorqueonthisclass

ofmowerwillbesignicantlylower.Pleasereferto

theenginemanufacturer’sinformationincludedwith

themachine.

Important:Ifyouareusingthismachineabove

1500m(5,000ft)foracontinuousperiod,ensure

thattheHighAltitudeKithasbeeninstalled

sothattheenginemeetsCARB/EPAemission

regulations.TheHighAltitudeKitincreases

engineperformancewhilepreventingspark-plug

fouling,hardstarting,andincreasedemissions.

Onceyouhaveinstalledthekit,attachthe

high-altitudelabelnexttotheserialdecalonthe

machine.ContactanyAuthorizedToroService

DealertoobtaintheproperHighAltitudeKitand

high-altitudelabelforyourmachine.Tolocate

adealerconvenienttoyou,accessourwebsite

atwww.Toro.comorcontactourToroCustomer

8111LyndaleAvenueSouth

Bloomington,MN55420

Registeratwww.T oro.com.

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Summary of content (28 pages)

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Form No. 3442-421 Rev A Super Recycler® Lawn Mower Model No. 21382—Serial No. 407800000 and Up Operator's Manual 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.
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Contents 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.
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Safety 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. • Read, understand, and follow the instructions and warnings in this Operator’s Manual and on the machine and attachments before starting the engine. • Do not put your hands or feet near moving parts or under the machine. Keep clear of any discharge opening.
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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. decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark 1. This mark indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. decal131-4514 131-4514 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2.
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Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine.
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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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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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4 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g241560 Figure 7 8
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Specifications Product Overview Model 21382 Weight Length Width Height 39 kg 165 cm 59 cm 107 cm (85 lb) (65 inches) (23 inches) (42 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.
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Operation – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. 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.
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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 can raise or lower the handle in 1 of 3 positions that is more comfortable for you (Figure 12). g238410 Figure 12 1. Remove both handle knobs. 2. Move the handle to the desired height position. 3. 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.
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During Operation 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 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 • Wear appropriate clothing, including eye can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot engine.
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Using the Self-Propel Drive 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.
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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 side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it and lock the side-discharge deflector; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 17). Installing the Grass Bag 1. Raise and hold up the rear deflector and unlock the rear plug (A of Figure 17). 2. Pull out the rear plug (B of Figure 17). 3.
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Removing the Grass Bag 1. 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). 2. Install the rear plug (B of Figure 18). Important: Ensure that the rear plug is locked in place. To lock the plug, firmly push the plug in until it snaps into place behind the tabs, and rotate the lever on the plug to the left (C of Figure 18). Note: To unlock the plug, rotate the lever on the plug to the right. 3. Lower the rear deflector.
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g231918 Figure 19 Note: To unlock the plug, rotate the lever on the plug to the right. Installing the Side-Discharge Chute 1. Unlock the side-discharge deflector (A of Figure 20). 2. Lift open the side-discharge deflector (B of Figure 20). 3. Install the side-discharge chute and close the deflector onto the chute (B, C, and D of Figure 20). g231920 Figure 20 Removing the Side-Discharge Chute To remove the side-discharge chute, reverse the steps above.
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g002593 Figure 21 Operating Tips – Raise the cutting height on your machine. – Cut the grass more frequently. General Mowing Tips – Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath with each pass. • Inspect the area where you will use the machine and remove all objects that the machine could throw. Cutting Leaves • Avoid striking solid objects with the blade. Never • After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn deliberately mow over any object. shows through the cut leaf cover.
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Folding the Handle Cleaning Under the Machine WARNING Service Interval: After each use Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. WARNING The machine may dislodge material from under the machine. • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle. • Wear eye protection. • If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. • Stay in the operating position (behind the handle) when the engine is running.
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Maintenance Important: Refer to your engine owner’s manual for additional maintenance procedures. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 5 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • Check the engine-oil level and add oil as needed. • Ensure that the engine shuts off within 3 seconds after releasing the blade-control bar. After each use • Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the machine.
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Servicing the Air Filter Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Yearly Service Interval: After the first 5 hours 1. Press down on the latch tabs on top of the air-filter cover (Figure 25). Yearly Note: Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. Engine Oil Specifications 0.5 L (16.9 fl oz)* Engine oil capacity Refill amount: 0.35-0.41 L (12.0-13.
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Lubricating the Wheel Gears Service Interval: Every 25 hours 1. Wipe the grease fittings just inside the rear wheels with a clean rag (Figure 28). g017475 Figure 27 5. After draining the used oil, return the machine to the operating position. 6. Carefully pour about 3/4 of the engine capacity of oil into the oil-fill tube. 7. Wait 3 minutes for the oil to settle in the engine. 8. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth. 9.
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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.
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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 Storage Safety Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive. 1. 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. Turn the adjustment nut counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment (Figure 31).
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4. Perform any maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance (page 20). 5. Check the engine-oil level; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 11). 6. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel; refer to Filling the Fuel Tank (page 10). 7. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
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Notes:
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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.
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