Form No. 3357-423 Rev A 53cm Heavy-Duty Rear Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 22178TE—Serial No. 270000001 and Up Register your product at www.Toro.
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention. Introduction 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. Contents Introduction ....................................................... 2 Safety ................................
Servicing the Wheels.......................... 22 Controls System Maintenance.................... 23 Adjusting the Blade Brake Cable................................. 23 Blade Maintenance .................................... 23 Maintaining the Cutting Blade ............ 23 Cleaning .................................................... 25 Cleaning under the Mower Housing ............................ 25 Cleaning the Blade Brake Clutch Shield ................................ 25 Storage...........................
Safety • Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling. • Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or ad gasoline while the engine is running or when the engine is hot. • 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.
• Avoid operating the lawn mower in wet grass, where feasible. • Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards. • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running. • Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling a pedestrian controlled lawn mower towards you. • Walk, never run. • Slopes: – Do not mow excessively steep slopes. – Exercise extreme caution when on slopes.
Sound Pressure This unit has an equivalent continuous A-weighted sound pressure level at the operator ear of 88 dBA, based on measurements of identical machines per EN 11094 and EN 836. Sound Power This unit has an equivalent continuous A-weighted sound power level of 98 dBA, based on measurements of identical machines per EN 11094. Vibration, Hand/arm This unit does not exceed a hand/arm vibration level of 5.5 m/s2, based on measurements of identical machines per EN 1033.
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. 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 93-6654 1. Thrown object—hazard, mower-keep the deector in place. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts. 110-2115 3. To engage the traction control, lift the lower bail upward. 4.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Step 1 2 3 Use Qty. Description Handle Bolt (5/16 x 7/8 inch) Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) Washer Locknut (5/16 inch) Cable tie Self-tapping screw Fuel tank 1 2 2 4 4 3 2 1 No parts required – Install the handle. Install the fuel tank and fuel line. Fill the crankcase with oil. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Step 2 Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel Line Parts needed for this step: 2 1 Self-tapping screw Fuel tank Figure 5 1. Procedure 1. Slide the end of the fuel line onto the elbow fitting (Figure 4). Plastic clip (2) 4. Secure the bottom of the fuel tank to the fuel tank bracket by installing the self-tapping screws from the bottom. Do not overtighten the screws. Step 3 Filling the Crankcase with Oil Figure 4 1. Fuel tank 2. Elbow tting 3. 4.
Product Overview Controls The blade control bar, control bar lock, ground speed control lever, throttle control lever, and traction control bar are on the upper handle as shown in (Figure 7). Figure 7 1. Blade control bar 4. 2. Control bar lock 5. 3. Ground speed control lever Figure 6 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Handle 8. Blade control bar 9. Control bar lock 10. Ground speed control lever11. Traction control bar 12. Fuel tank 13. Starter handle 14.
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 bail operate properly. When you release the blade control bail, the blade and self-propel drive should stop. If they do not, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Figure 10 1. 2. This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure.
Important: Do not add oil to the gasoline. Important: Do not use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol, premium gasoline, or white gas. Using these fuels can damage the engine’s fuel system. 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. Important: Do not use gasoline that has been stored since the last mowing season or longer.
2. Open the fuel valve (Figure 13) Figure 13 1. Fuel valve 3. Move the throttle control lever to the Choke position (Figure 8). Figure 11 1. Oil ll/dipstick 2. Fuel tank cap 3. 4. Move the ground speed control lever to the Neutral (N) position. Air cleaner 5. Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply. 2. Remove the cap from the tank. 3. Fill the fuel tank with unleaded gasoline to within 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) from the top of the tank.
Operating the Traction Drive Engaging the Traction Drive 1. Release the traction control bar (Figure 16). Figure 14 2. Pull the blade control bar to the handle and hold it (Figure 15). Figure 16 2. Move the ground speed control lever to the desired gear position. 3. Squeeze the traction control bar against the handle (Figure 17). Figure 15 Disengaging the Blade Release the blade control bar. Important: When you release the blade control bar, the blade should stop within 3 seconds.
Checking the Blade Brake Clutch Check the blade control bar before each use to ensure that the blade brake clutch system is operating properly. Adjusting the cutting height levers could bring your hands into contact with a moving blade and result in serious injury. You can use the grass bag to perform an additional test to check the blade brake clutch mechanism: • Stop the engine and wait for all movement to stop before adjusting the cutting height. 1.
The mower can throw grass clippings and other objects through an open discharge tunnel. Objects thrown with enough force could cause serious personal injury or death to the operator or bystander. Do not operate the mower without a grass bag installed. Mowing with the Grass Bag Figure 19 1. Rear door A worn grass bag could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in serious personal injury or death to the operator or bystanders. 3.
set the front wheels at 2-1/4 inches (57 mm) and the rear wheels at 2-3/4 inches (70 mm). Operating a mower with its engine running at a speed greater than the factory setting can cause the mower to throw a part of the blade or engine into the operator’s or bystander’s area and result in serious personal injury or death. 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 one pass over the leaves.
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 rst 8 operating 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 • Clean the foam pre-cleaner (more frequently in dusty conditions).
Important: Excessive grease pressure may damage the seals. Lubricating the Gear Case After every 100 operating hours, grease the gear case. 1. Remove the grass bag. 2. Install a grease gun onto the fitting through the belt cover opening (Figure 22). Figure 23 1. 2. Screw Cover 3. Paper air lter 4. Remove the cover and clean it thoroughly (Figure 23). 5. Remove the paper air filter and discard it (Figure 24). Figure 22 3. Gently apply one to 2 pumps of #2 multi-purpose lithium-base grease. 4.
1. Run the engine to warm the engine oil. Note: Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. Oil may be hot after engine has been run, and contact with hot oil can cause severe personal injury. Figure 25 Avoid contacting the hot engine oil when you drain it. 1. Oil lter 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Fuel line 1. Run the engine to warm the oil. 3. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 12). 4.
Fuel System Maintenance 9. Fill the crankcase to the Full line on the dipstick with fresh oil Refer to Filling the Crankcase with Oil. 10. Connect the wire to the spark plug. Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter 11. Run the engine for about 3 minutes. 12. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and check for oil leakage around the filter. The fuel filter (screen) element is located inside the fuel tank. Clean the fuel filter element yearly. 13.
Figure 29 1. Locknuts 6. 2. 3. 4. 5. 7. 8. 9. Wheel spacer Bearing/hub assembly Bearing spacer Wheel half Plastic cover (rear wheels only) Lug Bearing (2) Bolt Figure 28 1. Turnbuckle 2. Nut 3. 4. Cable 1-1/2 inches (3.8 cm) 4. Separate the wheel halves from the tire by removing 4 cap screws and 4 locknuts (Figure 29). 2. Turn the turnbuckle until you remove the slack in the exposed cable (Figure 28).
spacer is positioned between the wheel hub and the pivot arm (Figure 29). Do not overtighten the blade brake cable. Overtightening the blade brake cable could cause the blade brake to come off of the brake drum. If the brake does not contact the drum, the blade will not stop rotating when you release the control bar. A rotating blade could cause serious personal injury.
A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown into the operator’s or bystander’s area, resulting in serious personal injury or death. • Inspect the blade periodically for wear or damage. • Replace a worn or damaged blade. Removing the Blade Grasp the end of the blade using a rag or a thickly padded glove. Remove the blade nuts, the anti-scalp cup, and the blade (Figure 31). Figure 31 1. Blade 2. Blade nuts 3.
Note: You can also check the balance using a commercially manufactured blade balancer. 5. Turn off the garden hose. 6. Start the mower and let it run for a few minutes to dry out the moisture on the mower and its components. 2. If either end of the blade rotates downward, file that end (not the cutting edge or the end near the cutting edge). The blade is properly balanced when neither end drops. Scraping Method If washing does not remove all debris from under the mower, scrape it clean. 1.
4. Tip the mower on its right side. 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. Avoid fuel spills by emptying the fuel tank as directed; never siphon. 5. Remove 2 blade nuts, the anti-scalp cup, and the blade (Figure 31). 6. Remove the 4 screws that hold the shield in place (Figure 36).. Figure 36 1. Screws (4) 2.
Storage General Information 1. Clean the mower housing. Refer to Cleaning under the Mower Housing. To prepare the mower for off-season storage, perform the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer to Maintenance. 2. Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder, cylinder head fins, and blower housing. Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the mower to keep it clean and protected. 3.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine does not start 1. The fuel tank is empty or 1. Drain and/or ll the fuel the fuel system contains tank with fresh gasoline. stale fuel. If the problem persists, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 2. The throttle lever is not 2. Move the throttle lever in the Choke position. to the Choke position. 3. The wire is not 3. Connect the wire to the connected to the spark spark plug. plug. 4. The spark plug is pitted, 4.
Problem Engine runs rough Possible Cause Corrective Action 1. The wire is not connected to the spark plug. 2. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the gap is incorrect. 1. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 3. The throttle lever is not in the Fast position. 4. The air lter element is dirty and is restricting the air ow. Lawn mower or engine vibrates excessively 1. The blade is bent or is out of balance. 2. The blade mounting nuts are loose. 3.
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