Toro TurfMaster 22205TE Operator's Manual

76cm TurfMaster Walk-Behind Lawn Mower
Model No. 22205TE-Serial No. 314000001 and Up

Introduction

This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is intended
to be used by residential homeowners or professional,
hired operators. It is designed primarily for cutting grass
on well-maintained lawns on residential or commercial
properties. It is not designed for cutting brush or for
agricultural uses.
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and
maintain your machine properly and to avoid injury and
equipment damage. You are responsible for operating the
machine properly and safely.
You may contact Toro directly at www.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 machine ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the
model and serial numbers on the product. Write the numbers
in the space provided.
1. The model and serial number plate is in either of these 2
locations.
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards 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.
© 2013-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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Register at www.Toro.com.
1. 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.
Net Torque
The gross or net torque of this engine was laboratory rated
by the engine manufacturer in accordance with the Society of
Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940. As configured to meet
safety, emission, and operating requirements, the actual engine
torque on this class of mower will be significantly lower.
This product complies with all relevant European directives.
For details, see the separate product-specific Declaration of
Conformity (DOC) sheet.
Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 1
General Lawn Mower Safety ..................................... 2
Sound Pressure ...................................................... 3
Sound Power .......................................................... 3
Hand/Arm Vibration .............................................. 3
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 4
Setup ............................................................................ 6
1 Installing the Handle ............................................. 6
2 Filling the Crankcase with Oil ................................. 6
Product Overview .......................................................... 8
Controls ................................................................ 8
Operation ..................................................................... 9
Checking the Engine Oil Level .................................. 9
Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline ............................ 9
Adjusting the Cutting Height....................................10
Starting the Engine .................................................11
Stopping the Engine ...............................................11
Operating the Self-propel Drive and Engaging the
Cutting Blades....................................................12
Checking the Blade-stop System Operation ................12
Recycling the Clippings ...........................................13
Bagging the Clippings .............................................13
Side-discharging the Clippings..................................14
Operating Tips ......................................................15
Maintenance .................................................................16
Original Instructions (EN) All Rights Reserved *3381-352* A
Printed in the USA
Form No. 3381-352 Rev A
Operator's Manual
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