Toro 22197 Operator's Manual

21in heavy-duty recycler/rear bagger lawn mower
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Form No. 3357-400 Rev A
21in Heavy-Duty Recycler
®
/Rear
Bagger Lawn Mower
Model No. 22197—Serial No. 310000001 and Up
To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3357-400 Rev A 21in Heavy-Duty Recycler ® /Rear Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 22197—Serial No. 310000001 and Up To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2: Introduction

    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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preparing the Fuel System........25 Preparing the Engine.......... 25 General Information .......... 25 Introduction..............2 Removing the Lawn Mower from Storage.... 25 Safety ................4 Troubleshooting............26 General Lawn Mower Safety ......... 4 Training..............4 Preparation ............4 Operation............. 5 Maintenance and Storage........
  • Page 4: Safety

    • All operators and mechanics should be trained. The owner is responsible for training the users. Toro designed and tested this lawn mower for to offer • Never let children or untrained people operate or reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply service the equipment.
  • Page 5: Operation

    Operation Maintenance and Storage • Never run an engine in an enclosed area. • Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or repairing. • Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. • Clean grass and debris from cutting unit, muffler, and engine to help prevent fires.
  • Page 6: Safety And Instructional Decals

    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 lost. Manufacturer’s Mark 117-2718 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
  • Page 7: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Handle Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/4 inches) Washer Thin locknut (5/16 inch) Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) Install the handle. Locknut (5/16 inch) Bag support rod Cap locknut Cable tie...
  • Page 8: Installing The Starter Rope

    the handle latches to the handle into the other mounting holes in the latches. 3. Slide the bag support rod through the second from the top mounting holes in the handle and secure Installing the Fuel Tank each end with a cap locknut (Figure 3). 4.
  • Page 9: Installing The Discharge Tunnel Plug

    4. Release the discharge door handle to lock the top of the plug. Installing the Discharge Tunnel Plug Filling the Crankcase with Oil Parts needed for this procedure: No Parts Required Discharge tunnel plug Procedure Procedure The engine crankcase is shipped without oil. You 1.
  • Page 10: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation 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 bar operate properly. When you release the blade control bar, the blade and self-propel drive should stop.
  • Page 11: Filling The Fuel Tank With Gasoline

    Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline For best results, use clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. To ensure freshness, purchase only the quantity of gasoline that you expect to use in 30 days. Using unleaded gasoline results in fewer combustion deposits and longer engine life.
  • Page 12: Starting The Engine

    DANGER 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 and away from your vehicle before filling. •...
  • Page 13: Stopping The Engine

    Stopping the Engine and the handle. Lower the control bar to slow the lawn mower when making a turn or if the lawn 1. Release the blade control bar and move the throttle mower is moving too fast for you. If you lower control to the Off position.
  • Page 14: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    (Figure 17). bystanders. Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag.
  • Page 15: Operating Tips

    Removing the Grass Bag • Replace the blade when necessary with an original Toro replacement blade. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to • Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves stop. tend to clump on the yard and can cause the lawn 2.
  • Page 16 If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try one or more of the following: • Sharpen the blade. • Walk at a slower pace while mowing. • Raise the cutting height on your lawn mower. • Cut the grass more frequently. •...
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil without the oil filter. After the first 8 hours • Check the engine oil level. •...
  • Page 18: Lubrication

    Lubrication Engine Maintenance Lubricating the Pivot Arms Servicing the Air Filter Service Interval: Every 25 hours Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Clean the foam pre-cleaner (more frequently in dusty 1. Move the rear wheel cutting height levers to the conditions). center setting. Every 300 hours—Replace the paper 2.
  • Page 19: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil Changing the Oil Filter Service Interval: Every 100 hours Service Interval: After the first 8 hours 1. Run the engine to warm the oil. Every 50 hours Oil Capacity WARNING With oil filter 29 ounces (0.85 L) Oil may be hot after the engine has been run, Without oil filter 22 ounces (0.65 L)
  • Page 20: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Fuel System 9. Install the new filter and hand tighten it 2/3 turn only. Maintenance 10. Fill the crankcase to the Full line on the dipstick with fresh oil Refer to Filling the Crankcase with Oil. Emptying the Fuel Tank and 11.
  • Page 21: Drive System Maintenance

    Drive System Controls System Maintenance Maintenance Adjusting the Self-propel Drive Adjusting the Blade Brake Cable Service Interval: Every 100 hours Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Ensure that If the lawn mower does not self-propel or has a tendency the engine stops within 3 seconds to creep forward when the control bar is more than after releasing the blade control bar.
  • Page 22: Blade Maintenance

    Blade Maintenance Note: For the best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. During the year, file down any small nicks to maintain the cutting edge. Maintaining the Cutting Blade DANGER Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades.
  • Page 23: Cleaning

    Cleaning under the Lawn Installing the Blade Mower Housing 1. Install a sharp, balanced Toro blade, the accelerator, the lock washer, and the blade bolt. The sail of the Service Interval: Before each use or daily blade must point toward the top of the lawn mower housing for proper installation.
  • Page 24: Cleaning The Discharge Tunnel And Plug

    Scraping Method Cleaning under the Belt Cover If washing does not remove all debris from under the Service Interval: Every 50 hours lawn mower, scrape it clean. Keep the area under the belt cover free of debris. 1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 12). 1.
  • Page 25: Storage

    General Information Storage 1. Clean the lawn mower housing. Refer to Clean under To prepare the lawn mower for off-season storage, the Lawn Mower Housing. perform the recommended maintenance procedures. 2. Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder, cylinder Refer to Maintenance.
  • Page 26 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine does not start 1. The fuel tank is empty or the fuel 1. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with system contains stale fuel. fresh gasoline. If the problem persists, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 2.
  • Page 27 Notes:...
  • Page 28: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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