Toro 21774 Operator's Manual

55cm recycler lawn mower with smartstow

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55cm Recycler
Model No. 21774-Serial No. 400000000 and Up

Introduction

This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is intended
to be used by residential homeowners. It is designed
primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns on
residential 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.
© 2021-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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Lawn Mower with SmartStow
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
This product complies with all relevant European
directives; for details, please see the separate product
specific Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet.
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.
Do not tamper with or disable safety devices on the
machine, and check their proper operation regularly.
Do not attempt to adjust or tamper with the engine
speed control; doing so may create an unsafe
operating condition, resulting in personal injury.
Contents
Introduction ............................................................... 1
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Safety ....................................................................... 2
General Safety ................................................... 2
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 3
Setup ........................................................................ 5
1 Unfolding the Handle ....................................... 5
2 Installing the Blade-Control Bar........................ 6
Rope Guide..................................................... 6
4 Adding Oil to the Engine................................... 7
5 Assembling the Grass Bag............................... 7
Product Overview ..................................................... 9
Specifications .................................................... 9
Attachments/Accessories ................................... 9
Operation ................................................................ 10
Before Operation ................................................. 10
Form No. 3442-514 Rev B
Operator's Manual
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Safety-alert symbol
*3442-514*
Original Instructions (EN)
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940 or J2723. As additional information, contact an Authorized Service configured to meet safety, emission, and operating Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model requirements, the actual engine torque on this class and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 2: Safety

    Safety Before Operation Safety ........10 Filling the Fuel Tank .......... 10 Checking the Engine-Oil Level......11 This machine has been designed in accordance with Adjusting the Handle Height ......11 EN ISO 5395. Adjusting the Cutting Height ......12 During Operation ..........13 During Operation Safety ........
  • 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 1. This mark indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
  • Page 4 decal133-8198 133-8198 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual; add fuel up to the indicated level, then tip the machine onto the rear wheels for storage.
  • 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. Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure Note: Ensure that the cables are routed on the outside of the handle and are not pinched (D of Figure g334364 Figure 3...
  • Page 6: Installing The Blade-Control Bar

    Installing the Blade-Control Bar No Parts Required Procedure g344378 Figure 4 Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure Important: To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter rope in the rope guide. g334093 Figure 5...
  • Page 7: Adding Oil To The Engine

    Adding Oil to the Engine No Parts Required Procedure Important: If the oil level in the engine is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. g222533 Figure 6...
  • Page 8: Assembling The Grass Bag

    Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g334351 Figure 7...
  • Page 9: Product Overview

    A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories.
  • Page 10: 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 11: 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. g222533 Figure 10 Adjusting the Handle Height You may raise or lower the handle to a position comfortable for you.
  • Page 12: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height DANGER Adjusting the cutting-height levers could bring your hands into contact with a moving blade and result in serious injury. • Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before adjusting the cutting height. •...
  • Page 13: During Operation

    Check the grass catcher components and the machine. Do not engage in any activity that discharge chute frequently for any wear or causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro damage may occur. parts when necessary. •...
  • Page 14: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Using the Self-Propel Drive To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the machine will automatically keep pace with you (Figure 14). g334136 Figure 14 Note: If the machine does not freely roll backward after self-propelling, stop walking, hold your hands in place, and allow the machine to roll a couple of centimeters (inches) forward to disengage the wheel...
  • Page 15: Bagging The Clippings

    Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. If the bag-on-demand lever is in the recycling position, move it to the bagging position; refer to Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever (page 16).
  • Page 16: Operating The Bag-On-Demand Lever

    • For best performance, install a new Toro blade before the cutting season begins or when necessary. Cutting Grass •...
  • Page 17: After Operation

    Cleaning Under the • If there are more than 13 cm (5 inches) of leaves on the lawn, mow at a higher cutting height and Machine then again at the desired cutting height. • Slow down your mowing speed if the machine Service Interval: After each use does not cut the leaves finely enough.
  • Page 18: Storing The Machine In The Vertical-Stow Position

    Hold the handle while disengaging the handle locks to avoid pinching your hands. Disengage the handle locks until you can move the upper handle freely (A of Figure Fold the handle forward to the fully forward position (B of Figure 19).
  • Page 19 g186012 Figure 21 1. Handle lock disengaged 2. Handle lock engaged positions position Fold the handle fully forward (Figure 21). Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you fold the handle. Engage the handle locks. Lift the front of the machine by the handle and move it into a storage space (Figure...
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    1. Spark-plug wire • To ensure optimum performance of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and After performing the maintenance procedure(s), accessories. Replacement parts and accessories connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug.
  • Page 21: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter *There is residual oil in the crankcase after you drain the oil. Do not pour the entire capacity of oil into the Service Interval: Every 25 hours crankcase. Fill the crankcase with oil as directed in the following steps.
  • Page 22: Replacing The Blade

    Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, screw it in, then remove the dipstick. Read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure 25). • If the oil level on the dipstick is too low, carefully pour a small amount of oil into the oil-fill tube, wait 3 minutes, and repeat steps through...
  • Page 23: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Preparing the Machine for Storage On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer (such as Toro Premium Fuel Treatment) to the fuel as directed on the label. Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle it according to local codes or use it in your automobile.
  • Page 24 Perform any maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance (page 20). Check the engine-oil level; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 11). Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel; refer to Filling the Fuel Tank (page 10). Connect the wire to the spark plug.
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  • Page 27 The Toro Company (“Toro”) respects your privacy. When you purchase our products, we may collect certain personal information about you, either directly from you or through your local Toro company or dealer. Toro uses this information to fulfil contractual obligations - such as to register your warranty, process your warranty claim or to contact you in the event of a product recall - and for legitimate business purposes - such as to gauge customer satisfaction, improve our products or provide you with product information which may be of interest.

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