Form No. 3418-871 Rev A 21in Heavy-Duty Recycler®/Rear Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 22296—Serial No. 402020000 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
g000502 Figure 2 Safety-alert symbol Introduction 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.
Safety Product Overview ....................................................11 Before Operation ................................................. 12 Before Operation Safety ................................... 12 Filling the Fuel Tank .......................................... 12 Checking the Engine-Oil Level.......................... 13 Adjusting the Cutting Height ............................. 14 During Operation ................................................. 14 During Operation Safety ................
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.
decal130-9656 130-9656 1. Choke 2. Fast 3. Slow 4. Engine—stop (shut off) decal130-9670 130-9670 1. Severing hazard of hand or foot; mower blade—keep away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place.
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 g235723 Figure 4 7
3 Installing the Cable Guard No Parts Required Procedure g234486 Figure 5 4 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.
g235721 Figure 6 5 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g238450 Figure 7 9
6 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 g231779 Figure 10 1. Blade-control lock-lever 2. Blade-control bar g238454 Figure 8 1. Handle 6. Fuel-tank cap 2. Self-propel-drive bar 7. Air cleaner 3. Blade-control bar 8. Spark plug 4. Throttle 9. Cutting-height lever (4) 5. Rear deflector (not shown) 10. Oil fill/dipstick g231061 Figure 9 1. Grass bag 2. Rear-discharge plug 11 3. Handle 4.
Operation – Store fuel in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children. • Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Before Operation – Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. Before Operation Safety – Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin.
Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel Note: The capacity of the fuel tank is 3.8 L (1.0 US gallon). stabilizer to the fuel all gasoline. Mix the stabilizer with gasoline less than 30 days old. Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily Important: If the oil level in the engine is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine.
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. g234297 Figure 12 During Operation and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
• If the engine has been running the muffler will be • 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. • Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause the machine to overturn or cause you to lose your balance or footing.
g234784 Figure 14 Shutting Off the Engine Release the blade-control bar and move the throttle-control lever to the STOP position. 2. Start the engine. 3. To operate the self-propel drive, squeeze the drive bail (Figure 16). Note: Close the fuel valve by moving the fuel-valve lever (Figure 13) to the left if you will not be starting the engine soon afterward.
To engage the blades, do the following: 1. Push and hold the blade-control lock lever forward to release the blade-control bail (A of Figure 17). 2. Pull the blade-control bail to the handle and release the blade-control-lock lever; the blade should engage (A of Figure 17). 3. Release the blade-control bail to disengage the blade (B of Figure 17). The blade-control-lock lever resets to lock the blade-control bail.
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.
• Use care when loading or unloading the machine. • Secure the machine from rolling. 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 To ensure the best performance, keep the underside of the machine clean. Be especially careful to keep the kickers free of debris (Figure 20). 4. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 5. Turn off the water. 6.
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 housing. 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 Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 13). 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.
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. Maintaining the Blade g002278 Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades. 1. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 3.
Balancing the Blade WARNING 1. A worn or damaged accelerator can break, and a piece of the accelerator could be thrown 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 7. Mark the brake cable (Figure 32), then adjust the jacket until there is approximately 8 mm (5/16 inch) of slack (Figure 33). The blade-brake cable is adjusted at the factory; you do not need to adjust it unless you are replacing the cable or the blade-brake belt. If you need to replace the cable, replace both the cable and the belt at the same time. 1. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 3.
Cleaning under the Belt Cover WARNING Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank. Fuel is extremely flammable, highly explosive, and, under certain conditions, can cause personal injury or property damage. Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Remove grass clippings and debris from under the belt cover. 1. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 3.
Cleaning the Wheels Service Interval: Every 40 hours 1. Remove the rear wheels and clean any debris from the wheel-gear area. g033535 Figure 36 1. Gears 2. After cleaning, apply a small amount of anti-seize compound to the gears. Note: If you operate the machine in extreme conditions, cleaning the wheels more frequently than recommended will increase gear life. Note: To prevent damage to the bearing seals, do not use a high-pressure water spray on the bearings.
Storage 8. To prepare the machine for off-season storage, perform the recommended maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance (page 22). Removing the Machine from Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the machine to keep it clean and protected. Preparing the Fuel System Empty the fuel from the fuel tank when mowing for the last time before storing the machine. 1. Run the engine until it shuts off from running out of fuel. 2. Choke the engine and start it again. 3.
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.
