Toro TurfMaster HDX Operator's Manual

Toro TurfMaster HDX Operator's Manual

30in walk-behind lawn mower

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30in TurfMaster
Model No. 22215—Serial No. 400000000 and Up

Introduction

This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is intended
to be used by professional, hired operators. It is
designed primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained
lawns on residential or commercial properties. Using
this product for purposes other than its intended use
could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid
injury and product damage. You are responsible for
operating the product properly and safely.
Visit www.Toro.com for more information, including
safety tips, training materials, 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 product ready.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
Important:
With your mobile device, you can
scan the QR code on the serial number decal (if
equipped) to access warranty, parts, and other
product information
1. Model and serial number location
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.
© 2019—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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Register at www.Toro.com.
HDX Walk-Behind Lawn Mower
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code
Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on
any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered
land unless the engine is equipped with a spark
arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in
effective working order or the engine is constructed,
equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire.
The enclosed engine owner's manual is supplied
for information regarding the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance,
and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through
the engine manufacturer.
Gross or 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 or J2723. As
configured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class
of mower will be significantly lower. Please refer to
the engine manufacturer's information included with
the machine.
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Proposition 65 Warning
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Use of this product may cause exposure
to chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Form No. 3428-370 Rev C
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3428-370* C
Printed in Mexico
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire. additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model The enclosed engine owner's manual is supplied and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Storage Safety..........34 General Information.......... 34 Preparing the Fuel System ....... 34 Introduction ............... 1 Preparing the Engine ........34 Safety ............... 2 Removing the Machine from Storage ....34 General Safety ........... 2 Troubleshooting ............35 Safety and Instructional Decals ......3 Setup ................
  • Page 3: 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 missing. decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark decal116-7581 116-7581 1. This mark indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
  • Page 4 decal116-7583 116-7583 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; do not operate this 4. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower machine unless you are trained. blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in place. 2. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away. 5.
  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. Installing the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition.
  • Page 6: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Important: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil. g235721 Figure 4...
  • Page 7: Assembling The Grass Bag

    Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g238450 Figure 5...
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Controls Product Overview g019652 Figure 8 Throttle (Throttle lever not shown for the sake of clarity) 1. Choke 3. Slow 2. Fast 4. Off g276361 Figure 6 1. Spark plug (under brush 11. Drive bail guard) 2. Side-discharge deflector 12. Self-propel adjustment 3.
  • Page 9: Operation

    Operation – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. – Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. – Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin. Before Operation Filling the Fuel Tank Before Operation Safety...
  • Page 10: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. g235721 Figure 10 Adjusting the Handle Height You can raise or lower the handle in 1 of 3 positions that is more comfortable for you (Figure 11).
  • Page 11: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height The cutting height is controlled with a front lever and a rear lever, both on the left side of the machine. To raise or lower the machine, engage the lever, raise or lower the machine, and then disengage the lever. g232160 Figure 12...
  • Page 12: Checking The Blade-Stop System Operation

    Checking the Blade-Stop Go to the front of the machine and check the newspaper ball. System Operation Note: If the newspaper ball did not go under the machine, repeat steps through 10. Before each use, check that the blades stop within 3 seconds of releasing the control bar.
  • Page 13: Starting The Engine

    • Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other discharge chute frequently for any wear or hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause you deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro to lose your balance or footing. parts when necessary. •...
  • Page 14: Operating The Self-Propel Drive And Engaging The Blades

    g232243 Figure 14 Operating the Self-Propel Drive and Engaging the Blades To operate the self-propel drive, pull and hold the drive bail to the handle (Figure 15). g237184 Figure 15 To engage the blades, do the following: Push and hold the blade-control lock lever forward to release the blade-control bail (A of Figure 16).
  • Page 15: Shutting Off The Engine

    Shutting Off the Engine Close the fuel-shutoff valve and disconnect the wire from the spark plug if you do not use the Move the throttle control to the O position and machine or leave it unattended. wait for all moving parts to stop. Engaging the Parking Brake Engage the parking brake by pulling the brake lever up toward the handle (Figure...
  • Page 16 • If the grass bag is on the machine, remove it; refer Removing the Grass Bag (page 17). • If the rear-discharge plug is not installed, grip it by the handle, raise the rear deflector, and insert it into the rear-discharge chute until the latch locks into place;...
  • Page 17: Bagging The Clippings

    Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it and install the side-discharge deflector before bagging the clippings; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 18).
  • Page 18: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    Side-Discharging the Clippings Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass. Installing the Side-Discharge Chute Important: Ensure that the rear-discharge plug is in place before you recycle the clippings. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove the grass bag if it is installed on the machine;...
  • Page 19: Operating Tips

    Periodically file down nicks on the blades. After Operation • Replace the blades when necessary with original Toro replacement blades. • Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and After Operation Safety leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the machine to plug or the engine to stall.
  • Page 20: Cleaning The Wheels

    Hold the running garden hose at handle level and direct the water to flow on the ground just in front of the right rear wheel (Figure 22). g002275 Figure 22 1. Right rear wheel Note: The blades will draw in water and wash out clippings.
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    Run the engine dry or remove the fuel with a hand pump; never siphon the fuel. • To ensure optimum performance of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use...
  • Page 22: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: After the first 5 hours—Change the engine oil without the oil filter. Every 25 hours—Clean the foam pre-cleaner (more frequently in dusty conditions). Every 50 hours—Change the engine oil (more often in dusty conditions).
  • Page 23: Changing The Oil Filter

    Remove the oil filter (Figure 27). Note: Make sure that the oil-filter gasket comes off with the filter. g019648 Figure 26 After draining the used oil, return the machine to g276457 the operating position. Figure 27 Carefully pour about 3/4 of the engine capacity 1.
  • Page 24: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Servicing the Spark Plug Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Filter Service Interval: Every 100 hours Use an NGK BPR5ES spark plug or equivalent. Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Check the fuel hose and replace it if necessary. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
  • Page 25: Changing The Fuel Filter

    Changing the Fuel Filter Service Interval: Every 100 hours Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. Close the fuel-shutoff valve (Figure 30). g208925 Figure 31 1. Belt-tension spring 5.
  • Page 26: Servicing The Blades

    Inspecting the Blades (page 26). If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or replace it. If the blades are worn, bent, damaged or cracked, replace them immediately with genuine Toro replacement g017223 blades. Figure 33 1. Curved area 3.
  • Page 27 Replace the blades when they strike a solid object, shown in Figure are out of balance, bent, or worn. Use only genuine Toro replacement blades. Use a block of wood to hold each blade steady and turn the blade bolt counterclockwise as shown in...
  • Page 28: Changing The Blade-Drive Belt

    Installing the Blades Note: The blades should be perpendicular, forming an inverted “T” as shown in Figure WARNING Incorrectly installing the blades could damage the machine or cause an injury to you or bystanders. Install the blades according to the instructions.
  • Page 29: Changing The Blade-Brake-Clutch (Bbc) Belt

    When you have locked the sprockets in place, install the blade-drive belt and the fixed idler pulley. Note: Ensure that the teeth are engaged in the sprockets. Tighten the belt tension to the recommended settings; refer to Servicing the Blade-Drive System (page 25).
  • Page 30: Adjusting The Blade-Brake Cable

    g208922 Figure 41 g208921 Figure 42 1. BBC belt 2. BBC belt guard 1. Cable-clamp screw 2. Blade-brake cable Remove the BBC belt from the brake-drum Pull the cable jacket to remove slack (Figure 43). pulley and then remove the belt from the machine.
  • Page 31: Changing The Transmission Belt

    Remove the 4 bolts that hold the belt cover to the machine housing. Remove the belt cover. Remove any debris from under the belt cover. If the grass bag is on the machine, remove it. Refer to Removing the Grass Bag (page 17).
  • Page 32 Rotate the idler pulley over the access hole on Use the screwdriver to hold the idler pulley out the transmission by using a socket wrench to of the way until you are done installing the new turn the idler-pulley nut. transmission belt.
  • Page 33: Adjusting The Parking-Brake Cable

    Adjusting the Adjusting the Self-Propel Parking-Brake Cable Drive Whenever you install a new parking-brake cable or For Self-Propel-Drive Models Only if the parking brake is out of adjustment, adjust the Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if parking-brake cable. the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the Disengage the parking brake;...
  • Page 34: Storage

    Preparing the Engine Storage While the engine is still warm, change the engine oil and the oil filter; refer to Changing the Storage Safety Engine Oil (page 22) Changing the Oil Filter (page 23). Always shut off the machine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool before Remove the spark plug.
  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine does not start. 1. The fuel tank is empty or the fuel 1. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with fresh system contains stale fuel. fuel. If the problem persists, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 36 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action There is an uneven cutting pattern. 1. All 4 wheels are not at the same height. 1. Place all 4 wheels at the same height. 2. The blades are dull. 2. Sharpen and balance the blades. 3.
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  • Page 39 While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.

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