Form No. 3423-306 Rev B 21in Heavy-Duty Recycler®/Rear Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 22295—Serial No. 404330000 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in effective working order or the engine is constructed, equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire. Visit www.Toro.
Contents Safety Safety ....................................................................... 3 General Safety ................................................... 3 Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 4 Setup ........................................................................ 6 1 Removing the Cable Guards ............................ 6 2 Installing the Handle ........................................ 6 3 Installing the Cable Guards ..............................
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. decal94-8072 94-8072 decal116-7583 116-7583 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; do not operate this machine unless you are trained. 4.
decal125-8406 125-8406 1. Choke 2. Fast 3. Slow decal130-6722 130-6722 1. Attention—read the Operator's Manual. decal130-9670 130-9670 1. Severing hazard of hand or foot; mower blade—keep away from moving parts.
Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine.
2 Installing the Handle No Parts Required Procedure g235013 Figure 4 7
3 Installing the Cable Guards No Parts Required Procedure g235163 Figure 5 4 Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure g235010 Figure 6 8
5 Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Important: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil.
6 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g238450 Figure 8 7 Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive No Parts Required Procedure Important: You must adjust the self-propel-drive cable before you operate the machine for the first time. Refer to Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive (page 24).
Product Overview Operation 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 • • • • g024163 Figure 9 1. Handle 7. Spark plug 2. Blade-control bar 8. Cutting-height lever (4) 3. Throttle 9. Oil fill/dipstick 4. Rear deflector 10. Grass bag 5. Fuel-tank cap 11.
– Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. – 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 g230458 Figure 10 DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or machine directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the engine-oil level. 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). g282801 Figure 12 1. Remove both handle bolts and corresponding nuts. 2. Move the handle to the desired height position. 3.
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 movement to stop before adjusting the cutting height. • Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height.
• Always look down and behind you before moving the machine in reverse. • Operate the machine only in good visibility and appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate the machine when there is the risk of lightning. • Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade. Avoid mowing in wet conditions. • Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view. • Do not direct the discharge material toward anyone.
Starting the Engine 1. Connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug. 2. Open the fuel valve by moving the fuel-valve lever to the right (Figure 14). g024165 Figure 14 1. Fuel-valve lever 3. Move the throttle-control lever to the CHOKE position (A of Figure 15). Note: Do not use the choke when the engine is warm. 4. Hold the blade-control bar in the Run/Shift position, about 5 cm (2 inches) below the handle (B of Figure 15). 5.
Shutting Off the Engine Release the blade-control bar. The engine should shut off and the blade should stop within 3 seconds. If they do not, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Note: Close the fuel valve by moving the fuel-valve lever (Figure 15) to the left if you will not be starting the engine soon afterward. Operating the Self-Propel Drive g024168 Figure 17 This machine has 3 ground speeds: 1 (slow), 2 (medium), and 3 (fast); it also has a Neutral (N) position.
Recycling the Clippings This machine comes from the factory ready to recycle grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. To prepare the machine to recycle: • If the grass bag is on the machine, remove it (A of Figure 18). • If the rear-discharge plug is not installed, grip it by the handle, raise the rear deflector, and insert it into the rear-discharge chute until the latch locks into place (B of Figure 18).
Installing the Grass Bag 1. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Raise and hold up the rear deflector (A of Figure 19). 3. Remove the rear-discharge plug by pushing in the latch with your thumb and pulling the plug out from the machine (B and C of Figure 19). 4. Install the bag-rod ends into the notches at the base of the handle, and rock the bag back and forth to ensure that the bag-rod ends are seated at the bottom of both notches (D of Figure 19). 5.
Operating Tips grass at the 64 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.
• Secure the machine from rolling. • Close the fuel valve before loading the machine 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. for hauling. Cleaning under the Machine 4. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. To ensure the best performance, keep the underside of the machine clean. Be especially careful to keep the kickers free of debris (Figure 20). 5.
Maintenance 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. Remove grass clippings and dirt from under the machine. Inspect the air-filter elements. Inspect the mower blades for wear or damage. Inspect the accelerator for wear or damage. Check the stopping time of the blade brake.
Servicing the Air Filter Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the air-filter elements. 7. Inspect the foam and paper elements, and replace them if they are damaged or excessively dirty. 8. If the paper element is excessively dirty, replace it. Every 50 hours—Clean the air-filter elements. Clean them more frequently in dusty operating conditions. Note: Never try to brush dirt off the paper element; brushing forces the dirt into the fibers. Every 200 hours—Replace the air-filter elements.
7. Tip the machine onto its right side (air filter up) to drain the oil into the drain pan. 8. After draining the oil, return the machine to the operating position. 9. Fill the crankcase to the correct level on the dipstick with fresh oil; refer to 5 Filling the Engine with Oil (page 8). 10. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck and rotate the cap clockwise until it is tight. 11. Wipe up any spilled oil. 12. Recycle the used oil according to local codes.
knob (Figure 24) counterclockwise 1 turn and repeat steps 4 through 6. 8. For a new traction belt, rotate the drive-cable-adjustment knob clockwise 1 additional turn to allow for the normal stretching of the belt during the break-in period. Note: You can skip this step if you are adjusting a used belt. g002278 Maintaining the Blade Figure 26 1. Sail 2. Flat part of the blade Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades. 1.
Balancing the Blade WARNING 1. A worn or damaged accelerator can break, and a piece of the accelerator could be toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or death. 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 29). • Inspect the accelerator periodically for wear or damage. • Replace a worn or damaged accelerator. Removing the Blade g002280 Figure 29 1.
Adjusting the Blade-Brake Cable If the blade-brake cable needs to be replaced or is not adjusted properly, adjust the blade-brake cable. 1. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 3. Hold the blade-control bar at 19 cm (7-5/8 inches) from the top of the handle as shown inFigure 30. g024255 Figure 31 1. Belt cover 4. Lift off the cover and brush out all the debris around the belt area. 5. Install the belt cover. 6.
Storage 5. Check the condition of the accelerator; refer to Inspecting the Accelerator (page 25). To prepare the machine for off-season storage, perform the recommended maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance (page 22). 6. Service the air filter; refer to Servicing the Air Filter (page 23). 7. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws. Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the machine to keep it clean and protected. 8.
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 fuel. 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.
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