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8

through

10

until the oil level on the dipstick

is correct.

If the oil level on the dipstick is too high,
drain the excess oil until the oil level on the
dipstick is correct.

Important:

If the oil level in the engine is too

low or too high and you run the engine, you
may damage the engine.

11.

Install the dipstick into the oil-fill tube securely.

12.

Recycle the used oil properly.

Replacing the Blade

Service Interval:

Yearly

Important:

You will need a torque wrench to

install the blade properly

. If you do not have a

torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing
this procedure, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.

Examine the blade whenever you run out of fuel. If the
blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.
If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened
and balanced, or replace it.

WARNING

The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can
result in serious personal injury.

Wear gloves when servicing the blade.

1.

Refer to

Preparing for Maintenance (page 18)

.

2.

Tip the machine onto its side with the air filter up.

3.

Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady
(

Figure 20

).

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Figure 20

4.

Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware
(

Figure 20

).

5.

Install the new blade and all mounting hardware
(

Figure 21

).

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Figure 21

Important:

Position the curved ends of the

blade to point toward the machine housing.

6.

Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt
to 82 N∙m (60 ft-lb).

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Summary of Contents for Recycler 21332

Page 1: ... and has safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol Figure 2 which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions g000502 Figure 2 Safety alert symbol This manual uses 2 words to highlight information Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention It...

Page 2: ...ew 9 Specifications 9 Attachments Accessories 9 Operation 10 Before Operation 10 Before Operation Safety 10 Filling the Fuel Tank 10 Checking the Engine Oil Level 11 Adjusting the Cutting Height 12 During Operation 12 During Operation Safety 12 Starting the Engine 13 Using the Self Propel Drive 14 Shutting Off the Engine 14 Recycling the Clippings 15 Bagging the Clippings 15 Operating Tips 15 Afte...

Page 3: ...y protective devices in place and functioning properly on the machine Keep bystanders and children out of the operating area Do not allow children to operate the machine Allow only people who are responsible trained familiar with the instructions and physically capable to operate the machine Stop the machine shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing fueling or uncl...

Page 4: ...wn object hazard keep bystanders away 3 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade disconnect the spark plug wire and read the Operator s Manual before performing maintenance 4 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade stay away from moving parts keep all guards and shields in place 5 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade do not operate up and down s...

Page 5: ...s causing an unsafe operating condition Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle If a cable is damaged contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 Remove the handle knobs and corresponding bolts from the machine housing A of Figure 3 2 Position the upper handle on the lower handles and then unfold the handle B of Figure 3 3 Install the handle knobs with the corresponding bolts and ...

Page 6: ...the Recoil Starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure Important To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine install the recoil starter rope in the rope guide g230180 Figure 4 6 ...

Page 7: ...3 Adding Oil to the Engine No Parts Required Procedure Important If the oil level in the engine is too low or too high and you run the engine you may damage the engine g222533 Figure 5 7 ...

Page 8: ...4 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g240711 Figure 6 8 ...

Page 9: ...g 21352 76 lb 56 inches 22 inches 40 inches Attachments Accessories A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www Toro com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories To ensure optimum performance and continued safety ...

Page 10: ... not in a vehicle or on an object Fill the fuel tank outdoors in an open area when the engine is cold Wipe up any fuel that spills Do not handle fuel when smoking or around an open flame or sparks Do not remove the fuel cap or add fuel to the tank while the engine is running or hot If you spill fuel do not attempt to start the engine Avoid creating a source of ignition until the fuel vapors have d...

Page 11: ...cking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval Before each use or daily Important If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine you may damage the engine g222533 Figure 9 11 ...

Page 12: ...ay from the hot muffler Adjust the cutting height as desired Set all wheels to the same cutting height Figure 10 g228410 Figure 10 During Operation During Operation Safety General Safety Wear appropriate clothing including eye protection long pants substantial slip resistant footwear and hearing protection Tie back long hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose jewelry Use your full attention w...

Page 13: ... Uneven terrain could cause you to lose your balance or footing If the machine strikes an object or starts to vibrate immediately shut off the engine wait for all moving parts to stop and disconnect the wire from the spark plug before examining the machine for damage Make all necessary repairs before resuming operation Before leaving the operating position shut off the engine and wait for all movi...

Page 14: ...e bar and the handle To disengage the self propel drive release the self propel drive bar Shutting Off the Engine Service Interval Before each use or daily Ensure that the engine shuts off within 3 seconds after releasing the blade control bar To shut off the engine release the blade control bar Important When you release the blade control bar the engine should shut off and the blade should stop w...

Page 15: ...low the rear deflector to rest on the bag g240796 Figure 13 Removing the Grass Bag 1 Lift up the rear deflector A of Figure 13 2 Lift the grass bag handle out from the notches on the handle brackets and remove the bag from the machine 3 Close the rear deflector Operating Tips General Mowing Tips Inspect the area where you will use the machine and remove all objects that the machine could throw Avo...

Page 16: ...ches of leaves on the lawn mow at a higher cutting height and then again at the desired cutting height Slow down your mowing speed if the machine does not cut the leaves finely enough After Operation After Operation Safety General Safety Always shut off the machine wait for all moving parts to stop and allow the machine to cool before adjusting servicing cleaning or storing it Clean grass and debr...

Page 17: ...ndition Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle If a cable is damaged contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 Remove the ignition key if equipped 2 Loosen the handle knobs until you can move the handle freely Figure 15 g186341 Figure 15 1 Handle knob 2 3 Move the handle forward as shown in Figure 15 17 ...

Page 18: ...efore adjusting servicing cleaning or storing it Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug before performing any maintenance procedure Wear gloves and eye protection when servicing the machine The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury Wear gloves when servicing the blade Do not repair or alter the blade s Never tamper with safety devices Check their pro...

Page 19: ...o not pour the entire capacity of oil into the crankcase Fill the crankcase with oil as directed in the following steps 1 Move the machine to a level surface 2 Refer to Preparing for Maintenance page 18 3 Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out Figure 18 g186326 Figure 18 4 Tip the machine onto its side so that the air filter is up to drain the used oil from the...

Page 20: ...ed Service Dealer Examine the blade whenever you run out of fuel If the blade is damaged or cracked replace it immediately If the blade edge is dull or nicked have it sharpened and balanced or replace it WARNING The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury Wear gloves when servicing the blade 1 Refer to Preparing for Maintenance page 18 2 Tip the machine onto its s...

Page 21: ...w it to run until it shuts off When you can no longer start the engine it is sufficiently dry 5 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug and connect the wire to the retaining post if equipped 6 Remove the spark plug add 30 ml 1 fl oz of engine oil through the spark plug hole and pull the starter rope slowly several times to distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during...

Page 22: ...Notes ...

Page 23: ...to restaurants grocery stores hotels schools and hospitals and on a wide variety of products Additionally some online and mail order retailers provide Prop 65 warnings on their websites or in catalogs How do the California warnings compare to federal limits Prop 65 standards are often more stringent than federal and international standards There are various substances that require a Prop 65 warnin...

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