Form No. 3389-587 Rev A 21in Heavy-Duty Recycler®/Rear Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 22290—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
Figure 2 Introduction 1. Safety alert symbol This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is intended to be used by residential homeowners or professional, hired operators. It is designed primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns on residential or commercial properties. It is not designed for cutting brush or for agricultural uses. This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Contents Safety Safety ........................................................................... 3 General Safety......................................................... 3 Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 5 Setup ............................................................................ 7 1 Installing the Handle ............................................. 7 2 Installing the Recoil-Start Rope ............................... 9 3 Filling the Crankcase with Oil ........
• Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed • Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety • • glasses, and ear protection. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts. Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects, such as rocks, toys, and wire, which can be thrown by the machine. Check that operator's presence controls, safety switches, and shields are attached and functioning properly.
Hauling • Use full-width ramps for loading the machine into a trailer or a truck. • Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a • Tie the machine down securely using straps, chains, cable, trailer or truck. or ropes. Both the front and the rear straps should be directed down and outward from the machine. Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger.
130-9670 1. Severing hazard of hand or foot; mower blade—keep away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place. 125-8403 1. Push the primer once. 2. Pull the recoil-start handle. 125-8404 1. Push the primer once. 2. Pull the recoil-start handle. 130-6722 1. Attention—read the Operator's Manual.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure 1 2 3 4 5 Description Use Qty. Handle Hex-head-flange bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) Carriage bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) Flange nut (5/16 inch) 1 No parts required – Install the starter rope. No parts required – Fill the crankcase with oil. No parts required – Adjust the self-propel drive. No parts required – Assemble the grass bag. 2 Install the handle.
2. Install the handle ends onto the mower housing with 2 hex-head-flange bolts (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) and 2 flange nuts (5/16 inch) as shown in Figure 3. 3. Set the machine to the desired cutting height; refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 12). 4. Stand behind the machine in the operating position to determine the handle height that is most comfortable for you (Figure 4). Figure 5 1. Carriage bolt—5/16 x 1-1/2 inches (2) 3. Flange nut—5/16 inch (2) 2. Handle bracket (2) 6.
2 3 Installing the Recoil-Start Rope Filling the Crankcase with Oil No Parts Required No Parts Required Procedure Procedure The engine crankcase is shipped without oil. Before starting the engine, fill the crankcase with oil. The engine crankcase (with oil filter) can hold 0.65 L (22 oz) of oil. Use only high-quality SAE 10W-30 weight detergent oil that has the American Petroleum Institute (API) service classification SH, SJ, or equivalent.
through 6 until the oil level is at the Full mark on the dipstick. 1 • If the oil level is above the Full mark on the dipstick, drain the excess oil until the oil level on the dipstick is at the Full mark. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 17). Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. g027289 7. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck and rotate the cap clockwise until it is tight. 2 4 3 Figure 8 1. Handle 3.
Product Overview Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Each time before you mow, ensure that the self-propel drive and the blade-control bar operate properly. When you release the blade-control bar, the blade and the self-propel drive should stop. If they do not, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Checking the Engine-Oil Level • Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the engine-oil level. • Ethanol: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) by volume is acceptable. or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume is acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same. Gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15) by volume is not approved for use.
Operating the Self-Propel Drive 2. Release the cutting-height lever and seat it securely in the notch. 3. Adjust all the wheels to the same cutting-height setting. • To engage the self-propel-drive: Squeeze the self-propel-drive bar against the handle and hold it (Figure 16). Starting the Engine 1. Connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug. 2. Firmly push in the primer (Figure 14), holding the primer bulb in for 1 second. Figure 16 1. Blade-control bar (shown engaged) 3. Upper handle 2.
Figure 17 1. Rear-discharge plug 2. Rear door Figure 18 WARNING Operating the machine to recycle lawn clippings without the plug in place allows objects to be thrown in your direction or in the direction of bystanders. Also, contact with the blades could occur. Thrown objects or blade contact can cause serious injury or death. 1. Rear door 3. Notch (2) 2. Bag-rod end (2) 4. Grass bag 3.
Operating Tips mm (2-1/2 inch), 76 mm (3 inch), or 89 mm (3-1/2 inch) cutting-height settings. Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do not cut below the 64 mm (2-1/2 inch) setting unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down. General Tips • Review the safety instructions and read this manual carefully before operating the machine.
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 first 8 hours • Change the engine oil. After the first 25 hours • Tighten any loose fasteners. Before each use or daily • • • • • Check the engine-oil level. Inspect the mower blades for wear or damage. Inspect the accelerator for wear or damage. Remove grass clippings and dirt from under the machine.
Engine Maintenance 7. Install the foam pre-cleaner. 8. Install the paper air filter. Servicing the Air Cleaner 9. Install the cover and secure it with the screw. Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Clean the foam pre-cleaner (more frequently in dusty conditions). Every 300 hours—Replace the paper air filter (more frequently in dusty conditions). Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 8 hours Every 50 hours 1. Run the engine to warm the engine oil.
Servicing the Spark Plug Drive System Maintenance Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Inspect, clean, and adjust the spark plug gap; replace the spark plug if necessary. Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Use an NGK BPR5ES spark plug or equivalent. Note: If the machine is new, does not self-propel, or tends to creep forward, adjust the drive cable. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 1.
Blade Maintenance Maintaining the Blade 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 23 3. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank. 1. Sail 2. Flat part of the blade 4. Tip the machine onto its right side (air cleaner up) as shown in Figure 22. 3. Wear 4.
Balancing the Blade WARNING 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 26). A worn or damaged accelerator can break, and a piece of the accelerator could be thrown at you or bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or death. • Inspect the accelerator periodically for wear or damage. • Replace a worn or damaged accelerator. Figure 26 Removing the Blade 1.
Cleaning Note: The blade will draw in water and wash out the clippings. Let the water run until you no longer see clippings being washed out from under the machine. Cleaning under the Machine 4. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 5. Turn off the water. To ensure the best performance, keep the underside of the machine clean. Be especially careful to keep the kickers free of debris (Figure 27). 6.
Storage 3. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the top of the mower housing. To prepare the machine for off-season storage, perform the recommended maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance (page 16). 4. Check the condition of the blade; refer to Inspecting the Blade (page 19). Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the machine to keep it clean and protected. 5.
Troubleshooting Problem The engine does not start. The engine starts hard or loses power. Possible Cause 1. The fuel tank is empty or the fuel system contains stale fuel. 1. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. If the problem persists, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 2. The throttle lever is not in the Choke position. 3. The wire is not connected to the spark plug. 4. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the gap is incorrect. 2. Move the throttle lever to the Choke position. 3.
The Toro Total Coverage Warranty Landscape Contractor Equipment (LCE) A Limited Warranty (see warranty periods below) Conditions and Products Covered The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to the original purchaser to repair the Toro Products listed below if defective in materials or workmanship.
