Toro 22189, Operator'S Manual, Page: 18 / 32

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 19).
Figure 19
3. Install a grease gun onto the fitting and gently
apply 2 or 3 pumps of #2 multi-purpose
lithium-base grease.
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 20).
Figure 20
3. Gently apply one to 2 pumps of #2
multi-purpose lithium-base grease.
4. Install the grass bag.
Engine Maintenance
Servicing the Air Filter
Clean the foam pre-cleaner every 25 operating
hours. Replace the paper air filter once every
season or every 300 operating hours; replace it
more frequently in dusty conditions.
Important:
Do not operate the engine
without the air filter assembly; extreme engine
damage will occur.
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts
to stop.
2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug
(Figure 11).
3. Remove the cover and clean it thoroughly
(Figure 21).
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