Form No. 3357-430 Rev A 53cm Heavy-Duty Rear Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 22179TE—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 ................................
Drive System Maintenance......................... 23 Servicing the Wheels.......................... 23 Controls System Maintenance.................... 23 Adjusting the Blade Brake Cable................................. 23 Blade Maintenance .................................... 24 Maintaining the Cutting Blade ............ 24 Cleaning .................................................... 25 Cleaning under the Mower Housing ............................ 25 Cleaning the Blade Brake Clutch Shield .................
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. 110-4977 1. Thrown object hazard—do not operate the mower with out a bag in place. 110-4978 1.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Step 1 2 3 Qty. Description Handle Oval-head bolt 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 4 2 2 4 8 3 2 1 No parts required – Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. 8 Use Install the handle. Install the fuel tank and fuel line. Fill the crankcase with oil.
Step 2. Install the upper handle onto the lower handle and secure the upper handle with 4 oval-head bolts, 4 washers, and 4 locknuts (Figure 4). 1 Note: Insert the oval-head bolts through the upper and lower handle sections so that the locknuts are on the outside of the handle. Installing the Handle Parts needed for this step: 1 4 2 2 4 8 3 Handle Oval-head bolt Bolt (5/16 x 7/8 inch) Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) Washer Locknut (5/16 inch) Cable tie Procedure 1.
Step 2 Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel Line Parts needed for this step: 2 1 Self-tapping screw Fuel tank Figure 6 1. Plastic clip (2) Procedure 1. Slide the end of the fuel line onto the elbow fitting (Figure 5). 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 5 1. Fuel tank 2. Elbow tting 3. 4.
Product Overview Controls The traction assist handle, blade control bar, control bar lock, and throttle control lever are on the upper handle as shown in (Figure 8). 1 3 2 4 G002816 Figure 8 1. 2. Figure 7 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Handle 8. Traction assist handle 9. Blade control bar 10. Control bar lock 11. Fuel tank 12. Starter handle 13. Oil ll/dipstick (not shown) Air lter Cutting height lever Spark plug Oil lter Grass bag Throttle control lever Traction assist handle Control bar lock 3. 4.
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 11 1. Dipstick 2.
Filling the Fuel Tank with 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. 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.
2. Open the fuel valve (Figure 14) Figure 14 1. Fuel valve 3. Move the throttle control lever to the Choke position (Figure 9). Figure 12 1. Oil ll/dipstick 2. Fuel tank cap 3. 4. Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply. Air cleaner 5. Regulate the throttle as desired when the engine starts. 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 Blade Operating the Traction Drive Engaging the Blade 1. To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands on the upper handle (Figure 17) and your elbows at your sides, and the mower will automatically keep pace with you. When you start your engine, the blade does not turn. You must engage the blade to mow. 1. Push the control bar lock forward (Figure 15). Note: You can self-propel the mower with the blade engaged or disengaged. 2. Figure 15 Figure 17 2.
If the blade brake clutch system is inoperative, the blade will continue to rotate when you release the blade control bail. Contact with blade could occur, causing serious injury. • Check the blade brake clutch operation before each use. • Never use a mower equipped with a blade brake clutch that has an inoperative safety system. Figure 18 1. Wheel height adjustment lever • Take your mower to an Authorized Service Dealer for repair if the safety system fails to operate properly. 2.
Operating Tips General Tips • Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting season. Periodically file down nicks on the blade. • 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. Figure 20 Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade. 1. Bag mounting posts Mow only in dry conditions. 4. Lower the rear door.
the 2-1/4 inch (57 mm) setting unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down. • When cutting grass over 6 inches (15 cm) tall, first mow at the highest cutting height setting and walk slower; then mow again at a lower setting for the best lawn appearance. If the grass is too long and the leaves clump on top of the lawn, the mower may plug and cause the engine to stall. • Alternate the mowing direction.
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).
Lubrication Lubricating the Pivot Arms After every 50 operating hours or when the season ends, lubricate the pivot arms. 1. Move the rear wheel cutting height levers to the center setting. 2. Wipe the grease fittings with a clean rag (Figure 21). Figure 22 3. Gently apply one to 2 pumps of #2 multi-purpose lithium-base grease. 4. Install the grass bag. Engine Maintenance Figure 21 Servicing the Air Filter 3.
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. Avoid contacting the hot engine oil when you drain it. 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 3. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 13). 4. Place a suitable drain pan under the right side of the mower. 5. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out. 6.
Servicing the Spark Plug 1. Run the engine to warm the oil. Check the spark plug after every 100 operating hours. Use an NGK BPR5ES spark plug or equivalent. Oil may be hot after the engine has been run, and contact with hot oil can cause sever personal injury. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Avoid contacting the hot engine oil when you drain it. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 13). 3. Clean around the spark plug. 2.
Note: If you remove the bearings from the bearing/hub assembly, remove them by pressing on the bearing spacer (Figure 28). 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 3. Disconnect the fuel line by loosening the tube clamp at the carburetor. 4. Open the fuel valve. Assembling the Wheels 5. Drain the gasoline completely from the tank and fuel line into an approved fuel container. 1. Position the tire onto one wheel half, aligning the lugs on each (Figure 28). 6. Remove the fuel tank from the mower. 2.
Blade Maintenance 3. Remove the fuel tank from the tank bracket. Note: You do not need do disconnect the fuel line from the fuel tank. Maintaining the Cutting Blade 4. Loosen the cable clamp screw until the brake cable conduit slides (Figure 29). Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 13). 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 33). Figure 31 1. Sail 2. Flat part of the blade 3. 4. Wear Slot formed Figure 33 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. Note: You can also check the balance using a commercially manufactured blade balancer. 2.
Cleaning the Blade Brake Clutch Shield Clean inside the blade brake clutch shield when you change the engine oil to ensure the best performance and to prevent parts from degrading or when you sharpen the blade because you need to remove the blade in order to remove the shield. Figure 34 1. Right rear wheel 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Note: The blade will draw in water and wash out clippings.
Figure 35 1. Screws (4) 2. Blade brake clutch shield 7. Remove the shield and brush or blow all the debris from under the shield and around the blade brake clutch system. 8. Install the shield using the 4 screws that you previously removed. 9. Install the blade, the anti-scalp cup, and the 2 blade nuts. 10. Return the mower to its operating position. 11. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
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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