Toro 22177TE Operator's Manual
Toro 22177TE Operator's Manual

Toro 22177TE Operator's Manual

53cm heavy-duty rear bagger lawn mower
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Form No. 3359-654 Rev A
53cm Heavy-Duty Rear Bagger
Lawn Mower
Model No. 22177TE—Serial No. 280000001 and Up
Register at www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3359-654 Rev A 53cm Heavy-Duty Rear Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 22177TE—Serial No. 280000001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety and Instructional Decals ......5 additional information, contact an Authorized Service Setup................7 Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model 1 Installing the Handle.......... 7 and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 2 Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel identifies the location of the model and serial numbers Line..............
  • Page 3: Safety

    General Information .......... 27 comply with these safety instructions. Removing the Lawn Mower from Storage.... 28 Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe Troubleshooting............29 service; however, failure to comply with the following instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 4: Maintenance And Storage

    • If gasoline is spilled, do not attempt to start the – Do not mow excessively steep slopes. engine but move the mower away from the area of – Exercise extreme caution when on slopes. spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition –...
  • Page 5: Sound Pressure

    Vibration, Hand/arm • To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts This unit does not exceed a hand/arm vibration level of will fit and accessories. Do not use parts and 5.5 m/s...
  • Page 6 98-2048 1. Choke 4. Slow 7. Release the bail to 10. Forward speeds disengage the cutting blade. 2. Fast 5. Engine—stop 8. Move the bail up to engage 11. Neutral the cutting blade. 3. Continuous variable setting 6. Set the throttle lever to the 9.
  • 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 Fuel Tank And The Fuel Line

    3. Slide the bag support rod through the second from the top mounting holes in the handle and secure each end with a cap locknut (Figure 3). 4. Use a cable tie to secure the control cables to the left handle below the bag support rod.
  • Page 9: Filling The Crankcase With Oil

    Product Overview 2. Since the plug is slightly wider than the discharge tunnel opening, rotate the plug clockwise slightly while inserting it (Figure 6). Note: Ensure that the arrow on the plug decal points upward. 3. Push the plug all the way in until the spring clip on the bottom of the plug clicks into place, locking the plug securely into the discharge tunnel (Figure 7).
  • Page 10: Operation

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

    Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline When fueling, under certain circumstances, a For best results, use clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline with static charge can develop, igniting the gasoline. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you an octane rating of 87 or higher. To ensure freshness, and others and damage property.
  • Page 12: Starting The Engine

    4. Move the ground speed control to the Neutral (N) position (Figure 8). 5. Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply. 6. Regulate the throttle and the ground speed control as desired when the engine starts. Note: If the engine fails to start after 3 pulls, repeat steps 3 through 6.
  • Page 13: Using The Discharge Tunnel Plug

    lawn mower stops self-propelling. Squeeze the control bar closer to the handle to increase the ground speed. When you hold the control bar tight against the handle, the lawn mower self-propels at the maximum ground speed. Move the ground speed control to the Neutral position when you use the lawn mower for trimming and whenever you leave the lawn mower.
  • Page 14 Figure 18 Figure 16 1. 1 inch (2.5 cm) Note: This intermediate position (C) is not the normal operating position of the blade control bar. However, it helps to detect a sticking blade brake 10. Release the blade control bar; refer to position B in clutch system early enough to prevent an unsafe Figure 17.
  • Page 15: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    If the blade brake clutch system is inoperative, Adjusting the cutting height levers could bring the blade will continue to rotate when you your hands into contact with a moving blade release the blade control bar. Contact with and result in serious injury. blade could occur, causing serious injury.
  • Page 16 Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. Figure 20 1. Bag frame on retaining 3. Handle fully forward;...
  • Page 17: Operating Tips

    • Replace the blade when necessary with an original the year. In the summer heat, it is best to cut grass Toro replacement blade. at the 2 inch (51 mm), 2-1/2 inch (64 mm), or 3 inch (76 mm) cutting height settings. Cut only •...
  • Page 18 Cutting Leaves • After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need to make more than one pass over the leaves. • For light leaf coverage, set all the wheels at the same cutting height setting.
  • Page 19: 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. After the first 8 hours • Check the engine oil level. •...
  • Page 20: Lubrication

    Lubrication Engine Maintenance Lubricating the Pivot Arms Servicing the Air Filter After every 50 operating hours or when the season ends, Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Clean the foam lubricate the pivot arms. pre-cleaner (more frequently in dusty conditions). 1. Move the rear wheel cutting height levers to the center setting.
  • Page 21: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 8 hours Every 50 hours Change the oil after the first 8 operating hours and than after every 50 operating hours or every season (more frequently in dusty or dirty conditions). 1.
  • Page 22: Changing The Oil Filter

    Changing the Oil Filter 8. Install the new filter and hand tighten it 2/3 turn only. Service Interval: Every 100 hours 9. Fill the crankcase to the Full line on the dipstick with Replace the oil filter (Figure 26) after every 100 operating fresh oil Refer to Filling the Crankcase with Oil.
  • Page 23: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System Drive System Maintenance Maintenance Emptying the Fuel Tank and Adjusting the Self-propel Drive Cleaning the Fuel Filter Service Interval: Every 100 hours Service Interval: Yearly If the lawn mower does not self-propel or has a tendency to creep forward when the control bar is more than The fuel filter (screen) element is located inside the fuel 1-1/2 inches (3.8 cm) from the handle, adjust the wheel tank.
  • Page 24: Controls System Maintenance

    Blade Maintenance Controls System Maintenance Maintaining the Cutting Blade Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts Adjusting the Blade Brake cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades. Cable 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2.
  • Page 25: Installing The Blade

    Installing the Blade operator’s or bystander’s area, resulting in serious personal injury or death. 1. Install a sharp, balanced Toro blade, the accelerator, the anti-scalp cup, and the blade nuts. The sail of the • Inspect the blade periodically for wear or blade must point toward the top of the lawn mower damage.
  • Page 26: Cleaning

    Cleaning Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak Cleaning under the Mower from the carburetor or the fuel tank. Gasoline Housing is extremely flammable, highly explosive, and, under certain conditions, can cause personal Service Interval: Every 100 hours injury or property damage.
  • Page 27: Storage

    Storage on the tabs (Figure 37). Rotate the tabs 180° to move them out of the way. To prepare the mower for off-season storage, perform the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer to Maintenance. Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the mower to keep it clean and protected.
  • Page 28: Removing The Lawn Mower From Storage

    3. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the top of the mower housing. 4. Check the condition of the blade. Refer to Maintaining the Cutting Blade. 5. Clean the blade brake clutch shield; refer to Cleaning the Blade Brake Clutch Shield.
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    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 30 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Mower does not self-propel 1. The self-propel drive cable is out of 1. Adjust the self-propel drive cable. adjustment or is damaged. Replace the cable if necessary. 2. There is debris under the belt cover. 2.
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  • Page 32 Contact your seller to arrange service of the product. If for any reason materials or workmanship. The following time periods apply from the date it is impossible for you to contact your seller, you may contact any Toro of original purchase: Authorized Distributor to arrange service.

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