Toro 22177TE Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3352-502 Rev B
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ProLine 53cm Recycler
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Rear-Bagging
Walk Power Lawn Mower
Model No. 22177TE—250000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Register your product at www.Toro.com
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3352-502 Rev B ProLine 53cm Recycler Rear-Bagging Walk Power Lawn Mower Model No. 22177TE—250000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Register your product at www.Toro.com Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ..... . . Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and Operating the Blade and the Self-Propel Drive serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 3: Safety

    – Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely. comply with these safety instructions. Preparation Toro designed and tested this lawn mower for reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with the following • While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 4: Maintenance And Storage

    • To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. • Stop the engine Do not use will fit parts and accessories; they may – whenever you leave the lawn mower.
  • Page 5: Sound Pressure

    Sound Pressure This unit has a maximum sound pressure level at the operator ’s ear of 88 dBA, based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 98/37/EC. Sound Power This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 100 dBA, based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 2000/14/EC.
  • Page 6: Safety And Instruction Decals

    Safety and Instruction 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 lost. 93-6654 1. Thrown object hazard, mower—keep the deflector in place. 2.
  • Page 7: Setup

    98-2048 1. Choke 6. Set the throttle lever to the 7. Release the bail to 9. Move the bail to the handle to Choke position, pull the cord disengage the cutting blade. engage the traction drive. 2. Fast to start the engine, then 8.
  • Page 8: Installing The Fuel Tank And The Fuel Line

    Note: You can adjust the handle height for comfortable operation. Stand behind the handle to determine the height. To adjust the handle height, position the cap screws and the locknuts that secure the handle latches to the handle into the other mounting holes in the latches. 3.
  • Page 9: Before Starting

    3. Push the plug all the way in until the spring clip on the Note: When the crankcase is empty, pour about 3/4 of the bottom of the plug clicks into place, locking the plug crankcase capacity of oil in the crankcase, then follow the securely into the discharge tunnel (Fig.
  • Page 10 1. Clean around the fuel tank cap (Fig. 8). Danger In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. • Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, and when the engine is cold.
  • Page 11: Operation

    Operation Starting the Engine 1. Connect the wire to the spark plug (Fig. 11). Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Each time before you mow, make sure that the self-propel drive and the blade control bail operate properly. When you release the blade control bail, the blade and self-propel drive should stop.
  • Page 12: Operating The Blade And The Self-Propel Drive

    Operating the Blade and the Note: When grass is thick and lush, clippings may collect on and around the discharge tunnel plug. This may make Self-Propel Drive removing the plug difficult. Clean the plug thoroughly after each use. 1. Have the blade control bail in the A position (Fig. 13). Checking the Blade Brake Clutch Check the blade control bail before each use to ensure that...
  • Page 13 14. Pull the lawn mower away from the newspaper. If the newspaper ball unravels or is shredded, the blade has not properly stopped, resulting in an unsafe operating condition. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer. To check for a problem with the BBC system before it affects its normal operation, you can perform the Special Test that follows.
  • Page 14: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    could result in an unsafe operating condition. Contact Danger an Authorized Service Dealer for an inspection and repair of your lawn mower. Adjusting the cutting height levers could bring your hands into contact with a moving blade and Danger result in serious injury. If the blade brake clutch system is inoperative, the •...
  • Page 15 Figure 20 Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. 1. Bag frame on retaining 3. Handle fully forward. post Discharge door closed.
  • Page 16: Operating Tips

    If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try one or more of the following: • Replace the blade when necessary with an original Toro replacement blade. • Sharpen the blade. • Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves •...
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the engine oil level. • Check the stopping time of the blade brake. The blade must stop within 3 seconds of releasing the bail;...
  • Page 18: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Caution If you leave the wire on the spark plug, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not accidently contact the spark plug.
  • Page 19: Cleaning The Discharge Tunnel And Plug

    6. Fill the fuel tank. 7. Connect the wire to the spark plug. Cleaning the Discharge Tunnel and Plug Remove the plug from the discharge tunnel and clean it after each use. m-7282 Always be sure that the discharge tunnel door closes Figure 24 securely when you release the handle.
  • Page 20: Maintaining The Cutting Blade

    Maintaining the Cutting Blade Warning Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades. Oil may be hot after engine has been run, and contact with hot oil can cause severe personal 1.
  • Page 21: Cleaning The Blade Brake Clutch Shield

    Installing the Blade A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece 1. Install a sharp, balanced Toro blade, the accelerator, of the blade could be thrown into the operator’s the anti-scalp cup, and the blade nuts. The sail of the or bystander’s area, resulting in serious personal...
  • Page 22: Emptying The Fuel Tank And Cleaning The Fuel Filter

    5. Remove 2 blade nuts, the anti-scalp cup, the 8. Install the fuel tank and fuel line; refer to Installing the accelerator, and the blade (Fig. 26). Fuel Tank and the Fuel Line on page 8. 6. Loosen the tabs that secure the BBC shield to the deck Cleaning under the Belt Cover by loosening the nuts or the bolts on the tabs (Fig.
  • Page 23: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Adjusting the Self-propel Drive Servicing the Spark Plug If the lawn mower does not self-propel or has a tendency Check the spark plug after every 100 operating hours. Use to creep forward when the control bar is more than 1-1/2 an NGK BPR5ES spark plug or equivalent.
  • Page 24: Lubricating The Gear Case

    Lubricating the Gear Case Warning After every 100 operating hours, grease the gear case. Oil may be hot after the engine has been run, and 1. Remove the grass bag. contact with hot oil can cause severe personal 2. Install a grease gun onto the fitting through the belt injury.
  • Page 25: Servicing The Wheels

    Assembling the Wheels 4. Pull the cable to the remove slack, but do not put tension on the spring. Tighten the cable clamp screw 1. Position the tire onto one wheel half, aligning the lugs to lock the adjustment in place. on each (Fig.
  • Page 26: Preparing The Engine

    Empty the fuel tank when mowing the last time before 3. Clean the spark plug or replace it if it is cracked, storing the lawn mower. broken, or if the electrodes are worn. 1. Run the lawn mower until the engine stops from 4.
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Toro designed and built your lawn mower for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully, and refer to Maintenance on page 17 for more information. If a problem continues, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Problem Possible Causes...
  • Page 28 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action Lawn mower or engine vibrates 1. The blade is bent or is out of 1. Balance the blade. If the blade excessively balance. is bent, replace it. 2. The blade mounting nuts are 2. Tighten the blade mounting loose.

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