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Toro 22188 Operator's Manual

21in heavy-duty recycler/rear bagger lawn mower
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Form No. 3359-625 Rev A
21in Heavy-Duty Recycler
®
/Rear
Bagger Lawn Mower
Model No. 22188—Serial No. 280000001 and Up
Register at www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3359-625 Rev A 21in Heavy-Duty Recycler ® /Rear Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 22188—Serial No. 280000001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)

  • Page 2: Introduction

    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. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Cleaning the Discharge Tunnel and Plug..............27 Cleaning the Blade Brake Clutch Shield ....27 Introduction..............2 Cleaning under the Belt Cover......28 Safety ................4 Storage............... 28 General Lawn Mower Safety ......... 4 Preparing the Fuel System........28 Training..............

  • Page 4: Safety

    Preparation injury, comply with these safety instructions. • Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories Toro designed and tested this lawn mower for to offer and attachments are needed to properly and safely reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply perform the job.

  • Page 5: Maintenance And Storage

    • Use caution while operating near drop-offs. • Slow down and use caution when making turns and when changing directions on slopes. • Never raise deck with the blades running. • Never operate with the discharge deflector raised, removed or altered, unless using a grass catcher. •...

  • 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. Manufacturer’s Mark 68-7410 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.

  • 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 1-1/4 inches) Washer Thin locknut (5/16 inch) Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) Install the handle. Locknut (5/16 inch) Bag support rod Cap locknut Cable tie...

  • Page 8: Installing The Starter Rope

    the handle latches to the handle into the other mounting holes in the latches. 3. Slide the bag support rod through the second from the top mounting holes in the handle and secure Installing the Fuel Tank and each end with a cap locknut (Figure 3). the Fuel Line 4.

  • Page 9: Installing The Discharge Tunnel Plug

    Figure 7 1. Discharge door handle 2. Plug, rotated clockwise 2. Since the plug is slightly wider than the discharge tunnel opening, rotate the plug clockwise slightly while inserting it (Figure 7). Note: Ensure that the arrow on the plug decal Figure 6 points upward.

  • Page 10: Filling The Crankcase With Oil

    Product Overview Filling the Crankcase with Oil No Parts Required Procedure The engine crankcase is shipped without oil. You must fill it with approximately 22 ounces (0.65 l) of oil before starting the engine. Refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level for oil specifications and instructions. Figure 9 1.

  • Page 11: 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 bar operate properly. When you release the blade control bar, the blade and self-propel drive should stop.

  • Page 12: Filling The Fuel Tank With Gasoline

    Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline When fueling, under certain circumstances, a For best results, use clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline with static charge can develop, igniting the gasoline. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you an octane rating of 87 or higher. To ensure freshness, and others and damage property.

  • Page 13: Starting The Engine

    5. Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply. 6. Regulate the throttle and the ground speed control as desired when the engine starts. Note: If the engine fails to start after 3 pulls, repeat steps 3 through 6.

  • Page 14: Using The Discharge Tunnel Plug

    the lawn mower self-propels at the maximum ground speed. Move the ground speed control to the Neutral position when you use the lawn mower for trimming and whenever you leave the lawn mower. Using the Discharge Tunnel Plug 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
  • Page 15 10. Release the blade control bar; refer to position B in 4. Release the blade control bar (Position B in Figure 19. You should hear a “bang.” The blade Figure 20). should stop in 3 seconds. Note: If you hear a loud “bang,” you have raised the blade control bar too high.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Using the Grass Bag 4. Lift the blade control bar to the normal blade engaged position about one inch (2.5 cm) below the Occasionally, you may wish to use the grass bag for handle. The bag should begin to inflate, indicating bagging extra long grass, lush grass, or leaves.

  • Page 17: Operating Tips

    • Keep everyone, especially children and pets, away Check the grass bag frequently. If it is from the area of operation. damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. • Avoid striking trees, walls, curbs, or other solid objects. Never deliberately mow over any object.

  • Page 18: Cutting Grass

    Cutting Leaves • After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn Operating a lawn mower with its engine shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need to running at a speed greater than the factory make more than one pass over the leaves. setting can cause the lawn mower to throw a •...

  • Page 19: 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 without the oil filter. After the first 8 hours • Check the engine oil level. •...

  • Page 20: Lubrication

    Lubrication Engine Maintenance Lubricating the Pivot Arms Servicing the Air Filter Service Interval: Every 50 hours Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Clean the foam pre-cleaner (more frequently in dusty 1. Move the rear wheel cutting height levers to the conditions). center setting. Every 300 hours—Replace the paper 2.

  • Page 21: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 8 hours—Change the Oil may be hot after the engine has been run, engine oil without the oil filter. and contact with hot oil can cause severe Every 50 hours personal injury. Oil Capacity Avoid contacting the hot engine oil when you drain it.

  • Page 22: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Fuel System 11. Run the engine for about 3 minutes. 12. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, Maintenance and check for oil leakage around the filter. 13. Add oil to compensate for the oil in the oil filter. Emptying the Fuel Tank and Refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level.

  • Page 23: Drive System Maintenance

    Servicing the Wheels Drive System Maintenance Removing the Wheels Service Interval: Every 100 hours Adjusting the Self-propel Drive 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Service Interval: Every 100 hours 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 13). 3.

  • Page 24: Controls System Maintenance

    Controls System tighten. Remove the 2 long screws or bolts and replace them with 2 bolts and 2 locknuts (Figure 32). Maintenance 7. Install the wheel to the pivot arm with the bolts, a spacer, and a locknut. Ensure that the spacer is positioned between the wheel hub and the pivot arm Adjusting the Blade Brake (Figure 32).

  • Page 25: Blade Maintenance

    Blade Maintenance Note: For the best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. During the year, file down any small nicks to maintain the cutting edge. Maintaining the Cutting Blade Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades.

  • Page 26: Cleaning

    Installing the Blade keep the kickers free of debris (Figure 38). 1. Install a sharp, balanced Toro blade, the accelerator, the anti-scalp cup, and the blade nuts. The sail of the blade must point toward the top of the lawn mower housing for proper installation.

  • Page 27: Cleaning The Discharge Tunnel And Plug

    Scraping Method If washing does not remove all debris from under the Grass clippings and other objects can be thrown lawn mower, scrape it clean. from an open discharge tunnel and cause 1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 13). serious injury or kill the operator or bystanders.

  • Page 28: Cleaning Under The Belt Cover

    Storage To prepare the lawn mower for off-season storage, perform the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer to Maintenance. Store the lawn mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the lawn mower to keep it clean and protected. Preparing the Fuel System Figure 40 1.

  • Page 29: Removing The Lawn Mower From Storage

    3. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the top of the lawn mower housing. 4. Check the condition of the blade. Refer to Maintaining the Cutting Blade. 5. Clean the blade brake clutch shield; refer to Cleaning the Blade Brake Clutch Shield.

  • Page 30: 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.
  • Page 31 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Lawn mower does not self-propel 1. The self-propel drive cable is out of 1. Adjust the self-propel drive cable. adjustment or is damaged. Replace the cable if necessary. 2. There is debris under the belt cover. 2.

  • Page 32: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    The Toro® Company and its afliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair any Toro Product, when used for residential purposes*, if defective in materials or workmanship or if it stops functioning due to the failure of a component.

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