Toro 22178TE Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3360-494 Rev A
53cm Heavy-Duty Rear Bagger
Lawn Mower
Model No. 22178TE—Serial No. 270004001 and Up
Register at www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3360-494 Rev A 53cm Heavy-Duty Rear Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 22178TE—Serial No. 270004001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety and Instructional Decals ......6 additional information, contact an Authorized Service Setup................7 Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model 1 Installing the Handle.......... 7 and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 2 Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel identifies the location of the model and serial numbers Line..............
  • Page 3: Safety

    Removing the Lawn Mower from Storage.... 27 comply with these safety instructions. Troubleshooting............28 Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with the following instructions may result in personal injury. To ensure maximum safety, best performance, and...
  • Page 4: Maintenance And Storage

    • If gasoline is spilled, do not attempt to start the – Do not mow excessively steep slopes. engine but move the mower away from the area of – Exercise extreme caution when on slopes. spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition –...
  • Page 5: Sound Pressure

    • Be careful during adjustment of the lawn mower to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the lawn mower. • To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories;...
  • Page 6: 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 lost. 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 93-6654 1. Thrown object—hazard, mower-keep the deflector in place. 2.
  • Page 7: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Handle Bolt (5/16 x 7/8 inch) Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) Install the handle. Washer Locknut (5/16 inch) Cable tie Self-tapping screw Install the fuel tank and fuel line.
  • Page 8: Filling The Crankcase With Oil

    Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel Line Parts needed for this procedure: Self-tapping screw Procedure Figure 5 1. Slide the end of the fuel line onto the elbow fitting 1. Plastic clip (2) (Figure 4). 4. Secure the bottom of the fuel tank to the fuel tank bracket by installing the self-tapping screws from the bottom.
  • Page 9: Product Overview

    Product Overview Figure 7 1. Blade control bar 4. Throttle control lever 2. Control bar lock 5. Traction control bar 3. Ground speed control lever The throttle settings are shown in (Figure 8). Figure 6 1. Handle 8. Oil fill/dipstick (not shown) 2.
  • Page 10: Operation

    Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Each time before you mow, make sure that the self-propel drive and the blade control bail operate properly. When you release the blade control bail, the blade should stop.
  • Page 11 Using these fuels can damage the engine’s fuel system. When fueling, under certain circumstances, a Important: Do not use gasoline that has been static charge can develop, igniting the gasoline. stored since the last mowing season or longer. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and damage property.
  • Page 12: Starting The Engine

    Figure 13 1. Fuel valve 3. Move the throttle control lever to the Choke position (Figure 8). 4. Move the ground speed control lever to the Neutral (N) position. Figure 11 5. Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel 3.
  • Page 13: Operating The Traction Drive

    Figure 16 Figure 14 2. Move the ground speed control lever to the desired gear position. 2. Pull the blade control bar to the handle and hold 3. Squeeze the traction control bar against the handle it (Figure 15). (Figure 17). Figure 15 Figure 17 Disengaging the Blade...
  • Page 14: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    3. Pull the blade control bar to the normal blade engaged position. The bag should begin to inflate, indicating that the blade is engaged and rotating. 4. Release the blade control bail. If the bag does not immediately deflate, it indicates that the blade is still rotating.
  • Page 15: Operating Tips

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is begins to slow down. damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. • When cutting grass over 6 inches (15 cm) tall, first mow at the highest cutting height setting and walk slower;...
  • Page 16 If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try one or more of the following: • Sharpen the blade. • Walk at a slower pace while mowing. • Raise the cutting height on your mower. • Cut the grass more frequently. •...
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 8 hours • Check the engine oil level. •...
  • Page 18: Lubricating The Gear Case

    Lubricating the Gear Case Engine Maintenance Service Interval: Every 100 hours Servicing the Air Filter After every 100 operating hours, grease the gear case. Service Interval: Every 25 hours 1. Remove the grass bag. Every 100 hours 2. Install a grease gun onto the fitting through the belt Every 300 hours cover opening (Figure 22).
  • Page 19: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Oil Filter Important: Do not try to clean a paper filter. 6. Remove the foam pre-cleaner and wash it with a Service Interval: Every 100 hours mild detergent and water, then blot it dry. Replace the oil filter (Figure 25) after every 100 operating 7.
  • Page 20: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Figure 27 1. Center electrode insulator Figure 26 2. Side electrode 3. Air gap (not to scale) 1. Gasket 6. Install the spark plug and the gasket seal. 8. Install the new filter and hand tighten it 2/3 turn only. 7.
  • Page 21: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System Drive System Maintenance Maintenance Emptying the Fuel Tank and Adjusting the Self-propel Drive Cleaning the Fuel Filter If the mower does not self-propel or has a tendency to creep forward when the control bar is more than 1-1/2 Service Interval: Yearly inches (3.8 cm) from the handle, adjust the self-propel drive.
  • Page 22: Controls System Maintenance

    Controls System Maintenance Adjusting the Blade Brake Cable Whenever you install a new blade brake cable or replace Figure 29 the blade brake assembly, adjust the spring tension on the blade brake cable. 1. Locknuts 6. Plastic cover (rear wheels only) 1.
  • Page 23 to adjust the cable adjuster to achieve this value (Figure 30). Do not overtighten the blade brake cable. Overtightening the blade brake cable could prevent the blade brake from contacting the brake drum when you release the control bar. If the blade brake does not contact the brake drum, the blade will not stop rotating, which could cause serious personal injury.
  • Page 24: Blade Maintenance

    Blade Maintenance Maintaining the Cutting Blade Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 12). Figure 34 3.
  • Page 25: Cleaning

    (Figure 37). end drops. Installing the Blade 1. Install a sharp, balanced Toro blade, the anti-scalp cup, and the blade nuts. The sail of the blade must point toward the top of the mower housing for Figure 37 proper installation.
  • Page 26: Cleaning The Blade Brake Clutch Shield

    Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank. Gasoline is extremely flammable, highly explosive, and, under certain conditions, can cause personal injury or property damage. Avoid fuel spills by running the engine dry or by removing the gasoline with a hand pump;...
  • Page 27: Preparing The Fuel System

    Storage 2. Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder, cylinder head fins, and blower housing. To prepare the mower for off-season storage, perform 3. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer to external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the Maintenance.
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine does not start 1. The fuel tank is empty or the fuel 1. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with system contains stale fuel. fresh gasoline. If the problem persists, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 2.
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  • Page 31 Spypros Stavrinides Limited Cyprus 357 22 434131 Surge Systems India Limited India 91 1 292299901 T-Markt Logistics Ltd Hungary 36 26 525 500 Toro Australia Australia 61 3 9580 7355 Toro Europe BVBA Belgium 32 14 562 960 374-0102 Rev B...
  • Page 32 Contact your seller to arrange service of the product. If for any reason materials or workmanship. The following time periods apply from the date it is impossible for you to contact your seller, you may contact any Toro of original purchase: Authorized Distributor to arrange service.

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