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Form No. 3359-629 Rev A

21in Heavy-Duty Recycler

/Rear

Bagger Lawn Mower

Model No. 22196—Serial No. 290000001 and Up

Original Instructions (EN)

Summary of Contents for 22196

Page 1: ...Form No 3359 629 Rev A 21in Heavy Duty Recycler Rear Bagger Lawn Mower Model No 22196 Serial No 290000001 and Up Register at www Toro com Original Instructions EN ...

Page 2: ...ww Toro com for product and accessory information help finding a dealer or to register your product Whenever you need service genuine Toro parts or additional information contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product Write the numbers in the sp...

Page 3: ... Cutting Height 15 Using the Grass Bag 15 Operating Tips 16 Maintenance 18 Recommended Maintenance Schedule s 18 Lubrication 19 Lubricating the Pivot Arms 19 Lubricating the Gear Case 19 Engine Maintenance 19 Servicing the Air Cleaner 19 Changing the Engine Oil 20 Servicing the Spark Plug 20 Drive System Maintenance 21 Adjusting the Self propel Drive 21 Servicing the Wheels 22 Controls System Main...

Page 4: ...ns All operators and mechanics should be trained The owner is responsible for training the users Never let children or untrained people operate or service the equipment Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator The owner user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves other people or property Preparation Evaluate the terrain to determine what acce...

Page 5: ...f alcohol or drugs Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Use care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision Maintenance and Storage Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting cleaning or repairing Clean grass and debris from cutting unit muffler and engine to help prevent fires Clean up oil or fuel spillage Let engine ...

Page 6: ... located near any area of potential danger Replace any decal that is damaged or lost Manufacturer s Mark 1 Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer 43 8480 68 7410 74 1970 1 Transmission speeds 2 Neutral 98 4387 1 Warning wear hearing protection 107 4098 112 8736 6 ...

Page 7: ...g 1 Install the discharge tunnel plug 4 No parts required Fill the crankcase with oil Note Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position 1 Installing the Handle Parts needed for this procedure 1 Handle 2 Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 4 inches 4 Washer 2 Thin nylon insert locknut 5 16 inch 2 Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 2 inches 1 Carriage bolt 2 Locknut 5 16 inch 1 Bag support rod 1 Ba...

Page 8: ...lt through the bag aligning plate and the second hole from the top on the left side of the handle and secure it with a cap locknut Figure 3 4 Slide the bag support rod through the third from the top mounting holes in the handle and secure each end with a cap locknut Figure 3 5 Use cable ties to secure the control cables to the handle Figure 3 2 Installing the Starter Rope No Parts Required Procedu...

Page 9: ...it and upper limit marks on the dipstick Figure 7 Figure 7 1 Dipstick 3 Lower limit mark 2 Upper limit mark Note When the crankcase is empty pour about 3 4 of the crankcase capacity of oil in the crankcase then follow the procedure in this section 1 Move the mower to a level surface 2 Clean around the dipstick Figure 7 3 Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out 4...

Page 10: ...ar operate properly When you release the blade control bar the blade and self propel drive should stop If they do not contact an Authorized Service Dealer This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85dBA at the operator s ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure Wear hearing protection when operating this machine Figure 10 1 Warning wear hearing protection Checking ...

Page 11: ...e or where a spark may ignite the gasoline fumes Store gasoline in an approved fuel container and keep it out of the reach of children Never buy more than a 30 day supply of 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 Always place gasoline containers on the ground a...

Page 12: ...the engine fails to start after 3 pulls repeat steps 4 through 5 Stopping the Engine 1 Release the blade control bar and move the throttle control to the Off position 2 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug if you do not use the lawn mower or if you leave it unattended Operating the Mower Blade This mower is equipped with a blade brake clutch To engage the mower blades and cut grass do the follo...

Page 13: ...position when you use the mower for trimming or whenever you leave the mower Using the Discharge Tunnel Plug 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Insert the plug refer to Installing the Discharge Tunnel Plug 3 To remove the plug move the discharge door handle rearward and lift up the spring clip on the bottom of the plug When the plug is unlocked pull it out of the discharge t...

Page 14: ...h 7 from the Normal Test 2 Ensure that the blade control bar down is in the lowest position Figure 17 3 Move the blade control bar to the right 4 Bring the blade control bar up into the middle position about 5 inches 12 7 cm below the handle cross bar Position C in Figure 20 Figure 20 Note This intermediate position C is not the normal operating position of the blade control bar However it helps t...

Page 15: ...tes that the blade is still rotating The blade brake clutch may be deteriorating and if ignored could result in an unsafe operating condition Have the mower inspected and serviced by an Authorized Service Dealer Adjusting the Cutting Height Each wheel is adjusted individually with a wheel height adjustment lever Cutting heights are 3 4 inch 19 mm 1 1 4 inches 32 mm 1 3 4 inches 44 mm 2 1 4 inches ...

Page 16: ...bag forward to empty the clippings 5 To install the bag refer to Installing the Grass Bag If the discharge door does not close completely the mower could throw objects causing serious personal injury or death If you cannot close the door because the grass clippings clog the discharge area stop the engine and gently move the discharge door handle back and forth until you can close the door complete...

Page 17: ...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 Altern...

Page 18: ... the belt cover Clean the blade brake clutch shield Have an authorized engine servicing dealer check the flywheel brake operation Every 100 hours Lubricate the gear case Inspect clean and adjust the spark plug replace it if necessary Adjust the self propel drive Service the wheels Adjust the blade brake cable Have an authorized engine servicing dealer check and adjust the flywheel brake pad Every ...

Page 19: ...he Air Cleaner Service Interval Before each use or daily Inspect the air cleaner elements Every 25 hours Clean the air filter elements Clean them more frequently in dusty operating conditions Every 250 hours Replace the air cleaner elements Replace them more frequently in dusty operating conditions Important Do not operate the engine without the air filter assembly extreme engine damage will occur...

Page 20: ...itable drain pan under the dipstick oil drain 5 Clean around the dipstick 6 Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out 7 Raise the left side of the mower to drain the oil from the dipstick fill tube into the drain pan 8 After draining the oil return the mower to its operating position 9 Fill the crankcase to the upper limit mark on the dipstick with fresh oil Refer...

Page 21: ...dle adjust the wheel drive control knob on the rear of the gear box 1 Close the door in the lawn mower housing and remove the grass bag 2 Rotate the control knob clockwise a half turn if the lawn mower does not self propel If the lawn mower creeps forward rotate the knob a half turn counterclockwise to loosen the belt Figure 28 Figure 28 1 Control knob 3 Slowly pull the lawn mower backward while y...

Page 22: ...into the center hole of the wheel half Ensure that the legs of the hub are positioned over the flange of the hole Figure 30 3 Place the other wheel half onto the bearing hub assembly aligning the wheel and the tire lugs and the mounting holes Figure 30 4 Using 2 fully threaded screws or bolts 1 4 20 x 1 50 inch and non locking nuts loosely secure the wheel halves together Mount the screws or bolts...

Page 23: ...brake cable ensure that the brake stops the blade in 3 seconds or less If the blade does not stop rotating in 3 seconds or less bring the mower to an Authorized Service Dealer for inspection and repair 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 ...

Page 24: ... at this angle only 2 Maintain the original radius here 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 35 Figure 35 Note You can also check the balance using a commercially manufactured blade balancer 2 If either end of the blade rotates downward file that end not the cutting edge o...

Page 25: ...aping Method If washing does not remove all debris from under the mower scrape it clean 1 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug 2 Drain the fuel from the fuel tank Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank Gasoline is extremely flammable highly explosive and under certain conditions can cause personal injury or property damage Avoid fuel spills by running ...

Page 26: ...ke clutch shield 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug 3 Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank 4 Tip the mower on its left side Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank Gasoline is extremely flammable highly explosive and under certain conditions can cause personal injury or property damage Avoid f...

Page 27: ...engine several times using the starter rope to distribute the oil 5 Install the spark plug but do not connect the wire to the spark plug General Information 1 Clean under the mower housing Refer to Cleaning under the Mower Housing 2 Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder cylinder head fins and blower housing 3 Remove grass clippings dirt and grime from the external parts of the engine the shro...

Page 28: ...the spark plug 1 Connect the wire to the spark plug 2 The spark plug is pitted fouled or the gap is incorrect 2 Check the spark plug and adjust the gap if necessary Replace the spark plug if it is pitted fouled or cracked 3 The throttle lever is not in the Fast position 3 Move the throttle lever to the Fast position Engine runs rough 4 The air filter element is dirty and is restricting the air flo...

Page 29: ...e self propel drive cable is out of adjustment or is damaged 1 Adjust the self propel drive cable Replace the cable if necessary Lawn mower does not self propel 2 There is debris under the belt cover 2 Clean the debris from under the belt cover 29 ...

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Page 32: ... in the Operator s Manual Such routine maintenance whether performed by a dealer or by you is at your expense Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or workmanship follow this procedure 1 Contact any Toro Authorized Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership To locate a dealer convenient to you refer to the Yellow P...

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