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FORM NO. 3319–569GB ProLine 53cm Recycler II Walk-behind Power Mower Model No. 22157 — 8900001 & Up Operator’s Manual...
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5. Self-tapping screw 3. Plastic clips 2045 1. Handle latch 3. Cap locknut 1. Fuel line clamp 3. Elbow fitting 2. Bag support rod 4. Handle 2. Fuel line The Toro Company – 1998 All Rights Reserved Printed in USA...
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Figures m–275 m–210 1. Spring clip 1. Rope guide 2. Starter rope m–3845 1. Oil fill tube 2. Dipstick m–262 1. Discharge door handle 2. Plug rotated clockwise...
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Figures 1. Ground speed control 1992 1. Blade/self-propelled 2. Throttle m–3662 control bar 3. Fingertip starter 1. Primer 2. Spark plug wire...
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Figures m-3769 m–260 1. Pin locked in bag notch m–261 1. Bag frame on retaining 3. Handle fully forward. post Discharge door closed. 1. Height-of-cut adjuster 2. Pin engaged in catch...
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Figures Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î m–3848 1. Oil fill tube 2. Oil filter m–3664 1. Knob 3. Foam pre–cleaner 2. Cover 4. Paper cartridge m-3862 1. Gasket 1. .020 in. (.5 mm)
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Figures m–1992 1. One inch m-3638 1. Cable clamp screw 3. Throttle cable 2. Governor control lever 4. Casing 1. Blade 3. Anti-scalp cup 2. Blade nuts 4. Accelerator 1. Control knob...
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Figures 1. Grease fitting 1. Sail 3. Wear 2. Flat part of blade 4. Slot formed 1. Sharpen at this angle only 1. Grease fitting 2. Belt cover...
Preparation DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are signal words used to identify the level of hazard. However, While mowing, always wear substantial regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful. footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause sandals.
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light. 17. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, times. where feasible. 18. Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the engine is running.
Sound Power Level Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be This unit has a sound power level of: 100 dB(A)/1 done outdoors. pW, based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 84/538/EEC and amendments.
Symbol Glossary Do not open or Safety alert triangle — remove safety shields symbol within triangle while engine is indicates a hazard. running. Rotating blade can cut off toes or fingers. Safety alert symbol Stay clear of mower blade as long as engine is running.
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Stop engine before Battery charging leaving operator condition position. Hourmeter/elapsed Fuel operating hours Fast Neutral Slow First gear Decreasing/Increasing Second gear Grease lubrication Third gear point Cutting element — Engine start basic symbol Cutting element — Engine stop height adjustment Choke Pull rope.
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Primer (start aid) Wheel Push primer three Wheel traction times. Properly dispose of Lower control bar. batteries. Insert key in ignition Raise control bar. switch. Turn key in ignition Raise/lower control switch. bar. Raise/lower control Move control. bar. Move control forward. Raise control bar.
Assembly Discharge Tunnel Plug Open the discharge door by pulling forward on Handle the handle and moving it rearwards (Fig. 6). Hold the discharge door handle to prevent the spring–loaded door from closing while inserting Mount handle to outside of mower housing, the plug.
Reinstall fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled clean, UNLEADED regular grade gasoline with an gasoline. octane rating of 85 or higher in Toro gasoline powered products. Unleaded gasoline burns cleaner, extends engine life, and promotes good starting by...
Recycling Tips / of the grass blade should be cut off. Cutting below the 1- / ” setting is not recommended unless grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass General Tips growth begins to slow down. When cutting grass over six inches tall, you may Follow these instructions whether cutting grass or want to first mow using the highest height-of-cut leaves for the best cutting results and lawn...
If you cut up a lot of oak leaves, you might want Note: Do not use primer to restart a warm to add lime to your grass in the spring. Lime engine after a short shutdown. reduces the acidity of oak leaves. However, cool weather may require priming to be repeated.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Check the grass bag frequently. If it is Occasionally you may wish to use the grass bag for damaged, install a new genuine TORO bagging extra long grass, lush grass or leaves. replacement bag. Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Maintenance To reinstall bag, repeat steps 3-4. POTENTIAL HAZARD When wire is on spark plug, someone could Adjusting Height-of-cut accidentally start the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Accidental starting of engine could The height-of-cut is adjustable from approximately seriously injure you or other bystanders. / to 3- / inches (19 mm to 83 mm), in / inch HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD (12.7 mm) increments (Fig.
Changing Crankcase Oil IMPORTANT: Do not oil pre–cleaner or paper cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean paper cartridge. Change oil after the first 5 operating hours and then after every 50 hours or every season. Change oil Reinstall pre-cleaner over paper cartridge. while engine is warm.
Adjusting Throttle CHECK ADJUSTMENT—Slowly pull mower backward while control bar is gradually moved toward handle. Adjustment is correct when rear Throttle control adjustment may be required if engine wheels stop turning and control bar is about 1 does not start. Whenever a new throttle control cable inch from handle (Fig.
POTENTIAL HAZARD POTENTIAL HAZARD A worn or damaged blade could break and Operating mower without accelerator in a piece of blade could be thrown into place could cause blade to flex, bend or operator’s or bystander’s area. break. WHAT CAN HAPPEN WHAT CAN HAPPEN A thrown piece of blade could cause serious A broken blade could cause serious injury...
3 seconds or less. If blade does not stop rotating in 3 seconds or less, bring unit to your local Authorized Toro Service Dealer for inspection and Underside of Mower Housing repair. Keep underside of mower housing clean. Be especially careful to keep kickers free of debris (Fig.
If underside of mower deck has excessive grass Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to build-up or packing, reconnect the hose to the stop. Pull wire off spark plug (Fig. 12). washout fitting, turn the water on high and run Drain gasoline from fuel tank;...
Reinstall wheel to pivot arm with capscrews, spacer, and locknut. Make sure spacer is petroleum distillate based conditioner/stabilizer. Toro does not recommend stabilizers with an positioned between wheel hub and pivot arm. alcohol base, such as ethanol, methanol or isopropyl. Use fuel additive in recommended quantities as specified on container.
Check condition of blade: refer to Inspecting/Removing/Sharpening Blade, For special conditions, the following accessories may page 15. be purchased at your local Authorized Toro Service Dealer. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws. Side Discharge Kit, Model No. 59113—Installs in seconds. Rear mounted in place of the grass Clean air cleaner: refer to Servicing Air Cleaner, bag or discharge tunnel plug.