Operator's Manual

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FormNo.3442-499RevC

55cmRecycler

LawnMowerwithSmartStow

ModelNo.21773—SerialNo.400000000andUp

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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Thismanualidentiespotentialhazardsandhas

safetymessagesidentiedbythesafety-alertsymbol

(Figure2),whichsignalsahazardthatmaycause

seriousinjuryordeathifyoudonotfollowthe

recommendedprecautions.

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Safety-alertsymbol

Thismanualuses2wordstohighlightinformation.

Importantcallsattentiontospecialmechanical

informationandNoteemphasizesgeneralinformation

worthyofspecialattention.

ThisproductcomplieswithallrelevantEuropean

directives;fordetails,pleaseseetheseparateproduct

specicDeclarationofConformity(DOC)sheet.

GrossorNetTorque:Thegrossornettorque

ofthisenginewaslaboratoryratedbytheengine

manufacturerinaccordancewiththeSocietyof

AutomotiveEngineers(SAE)J1940orJ2723.As

conguredtomeetsafety,emission,andoperating

requirements,theactualenginetorqueonthisclass

ofmowerwillbesignicantlylower.Pleasereferto

theenginemanufacturer’sinformationincludedwith

themachine.

Donottamperwithordisablesafetydevicesonthe

machine,andchecktheirproperoperationregularly.

Donotattempttoadjustortamperwiththeengine

speedcontrol;doingsomaycreateanunsafe

operatingcondition,resultinginpersonalinjury.

Contents

Introduction...............................................................1

Safety.......................................................................2

GeneralSafety...................................................2

SafetyandInstructionalDecals..........................3

Setup........................................................................5

1UnfoldingtheHandle.......................................5

2InstallingtheBlade-ControlBar........................5

3InstallingtheRecoil-StarterRopeinthe

RopeGuide.....................................................6

4AddingOiltotheEngine...................................7

5AssemblingtheGrassBag...............................7

ProductOverview.....................................................9

Specications....................................................9

Attachments/Accessories...................................9

Operation..................................................................9

BeforeOperation...................................................9

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Summary of content (28 pages)

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Form No. 3442-499 Rev C 55cm Recycler® Lawn Mower with SmartStow® Model No. 21773—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction g000502 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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Safety Before Operation Safety ..................................... 9 Filling the Fuel Tank .......................................... 10 Checking the Engine-Oil Level...........................11 Adjusting the Handle Height ..............................11 Adjusting the Cutting Height ............................. 12 During Operation ................................................. 13 During Operation Safety ................................... 13 Starting the Engine .....................................
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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. decal112-8760 112-8760 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts.
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decal133-8198 133-8198 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual; 1) Add fuel up to the indicated level. 2) Tip the machine forward for storage.
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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. 1 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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2 Installing the Blade-Control Bar No Parts Required Procedure g344378 Figure 4 3 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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4 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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5 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g334351 Figure 7 8
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Operation Product Overview 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 • • • • g334208 Figure 8 1. Handle 7. Spark-plug wire • 2. Blade-control bar 8. Oil fill/dipstick 3. Rear deflector 9. Bag-on-demand lever 4. Fuel-tank cap parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
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– 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 Type Unleaded gasoline Minimum octane rating 87 (US) or 91 (research octane; outside the US) Ethanol No more than 10% by volume Methanol None MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) Less than 15% by volume Oil Do not add to the fuel Use only clean, fresh (no more than 30 days old), fuel from a reputable source.
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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. g231765 Figure 10 Adjusting the Handle Height You may raise or lower the handle to a position comfortable for you. Rotate the handle lock, move the handle to 1 of 2 positions, and lock the handle into position (Figure 11).
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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, remove the electric-start button (if equipped), 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.
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During Operation for damage. Make all necessary repairs before resuming operation. Before leaving the operating position, shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. If the engine has been running, it will be hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot engine. Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is an odorless, deadly poison.
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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.
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Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever Operating Tips General Mowing Tips 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. • 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 • Avoid striking solid objects with the blade.
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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. Slow down your mowing speed if the machine does not cut the leaves finely enough. • After Operation After Operation 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. Clean grass and debris from the machine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
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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. Hold the handle while disengaging the handle locks to avoid pinching your hands. 2. Disengage the handle locks until you can move the upper handle freely (A of Figure 19) 3.
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Storing the Machine in the Vertical-Stow Position into an approved fuel container until it is at or below the level recommended by the engine manufacturer. During the mowing season or in the off-season, you can store your machine in the vertical position to minimize storage space. DANGER decal133-8198 Figure 20 Fuel is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others.
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g186013 Figure 22 19
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Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Before each use or daily Maintenance Procedure • 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. Every 25 hours • Service the air filter; service it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.
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Servicing the Air Filter *There is residual oil in the crankcase after you drain 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 24). 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 20). 3. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure 25).
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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 25). • 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.
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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 29).
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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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Notes:
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