Toro 22290 Operator's Manual
Toro 22290 Operator's Manual

Toro 22290 Operator's Manual

21in heavy-duty recycler rear bagger lawn mower
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Original Instructions (EN)
21in Heavy-Duty Recycler
Bagger Lawn Mower
Model No. 22290—Serial No. 404320000 and Up
Form No. 3423-303 Rev A
®
/Rear
*3423-303* A

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3423-303 Rev A 21in Heavy-Duty Recycler ® /Rear Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 22290—Serial No. 404320000 and Up *3423-303* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 Section 4442, maintained in additional information, contact an Authorized Service effective working order or the engine is constructed, Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire. and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Safety ............... 3 This machine has been designed in accordance with General Safety ........... 3 ANSI B71.4-2017. Safety and Instructional Decals ......4 Setup ................ 6 General Safety 1 Removing the Cable Guard......6 2 Installing the Handle ........6 This product is capable of amputating hands and 3 Installing the Cable Guard........
  • Page 4: 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 5 decal125-8404 125-8404 1. Push the primer once. 2. Pull the recoil-start handle. decal130-6722 130-6722 1. Attention—read the Operator's Manual. decal130-9670 130-9670 1. Severing hazard of hand or foot; mower blade—keep away from moving parts. decal133-8062 133-8062...
  • Page 6: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. Removing the Cable Guard No Parts Required Procedure g234471 Figure 3...
  • Page 7: Installing The Handle

    Installing the Handle No Parts Required Procedure g234475 Figure 4...
  • Page 8: Installing The Cable Guard

    Installing the Cable Guard No Parts Required Procedure g234486 Figure 5 Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure g230180 Figure 6...
  • Page 9: Filling The Crankcase With Oil

    Filling the Crankcase with Oil No Parts Required Procedure 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 7...
  • Page 10: Assembling The Grass Bag

    Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g238450 Figure 8 Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive No Parts Required Procedure Important: You must adjust the self-propel-drive cable before you operate the machine for the first time. Refer to Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive (page 22).
  • Page 11: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Always shut off the machine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
  • Page 12: Filling The Fuel Tank

    – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. – Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. – Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin. Filling the Fuel Tank g230458 Figure 10 DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive.
  • Page 13: 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 11 Adjusting the Handle Height You can raise or lower the handle in 1 of 3 positions that is more comfortable for you (Figure 12).
  • Page 14: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot muffler. Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all wheels to the same cutting height (Figure 13).
  • Page 15: Starting The Engine

    Check the grass catcher components and the corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may discharge chute frequently for any wear or block your view. deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro parts when necessary. • Do not direct the discharge material toward anyone.
  • Page 16: Recycling The Clippings

    Note: The maximum self-propel-drive speed is fixed. To reduce the speed, increase the space between the self-propel-drive bar and the handle. • To disengage the self-propel drive: Release the self-propel-drive bar. Note: The machine comes with freewheeling clutches that make it easier to pull the machine rearward.
  • Page 17: Bagging The Clippings

    A worn grass bag could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or death. Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. WARNING The blades are sharp;...
  • Page 18 Installing the Grass Bag Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Raise and hold up the rear deflector (A of Figure 17). Remove the rear-discharge plug by pushing in the latch with your thumb and pulling the plug out from the machine (B and C of Figure 17).
  • Page 19: Operating Tips

    Sharpen the blade. • • Replace the blade when necessary with an original Walk at a slower pace while mowing. Toro replacement blade. • Raise the cutting height on your machine. • Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and •...
  • Page 20: Cleaning Under The Machine

    • Secure the machine from rolling. • Close the fuel valve before loading the machine for hauling. Cleaning under the Machine g002275 Figure 19 To ensure the best performance, keep the underside 1. Right, rear wheel of the machine clean. Be especially careful to keep the kickers free of debris (Figure 18).
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    • 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 could void the product warranty.
  • Page 22: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Engine Oil Specifications (cont'd.) Engine oil capacity 0.65 L (22 fl oz) Oil viscosity SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 detergent oil API service classification SJ or higher Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts g000533 to stop. Figure 21 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
  • Page 23: Maintaining The Blade

    Maintaining the Blade knob (Figure 22) clockwise 1 turn and repeat steps through 6. Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
  • Page 24 Inspecting the Blade Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the mower blades for wear or damage. Carefully examine the blade for sharpness and wear, especially where the flat and the curved parts meet (Figure 24A). Because sand and abrasive material g027496 Figure 25 can wear away the metal that connects the flat and...
  • Page 25: Cleaning Under The Belt Cover

    Installing the Blade Install a sharp, balanced Toro blade, the accelerator, the lock washer, and the blade bolt. The sail of the blade must point toward the top of the mower housing for proper installation.
  • Page 26: Cleaning The Wheels

    Cleaning the Wheels Storage Service Interval: Every 40 hours To prepare the machine for off-season storage, Remove the rear wheels and clean any debris perform the recommended maintenance procedures; from the wheel-gear area. refer to Maintenance (page 21). Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the machine to keep it clean and protected.
  • Page 27: Removing The Machine From Storage

    Service the air filter; refer to Servicing the Air Filter (page 21). Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces with paint available from an Authorized Service Dealer. Removing the Machine from Storage Check and tighten all fasteners. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow out the excess oil from the cylinder.
  • Page 28: 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.
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  • Page 31 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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