Toro Super Recycler 21383, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...al 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 Gross or Net Torque The gross...

Page 2: ...Operation 9 Before Operation Safety 9 Filling the Fuel Tank 10 Checking the Engine Oil Level 11 Adjusting the Handle Height 11 Adjusting the Cutting Height 11 During Operation 12 During Operation Safety 12 Starting the Engine 13 Using the Self Propel Drive 14 Shutting Off the Engine 14 Engaging the Blade 14 Disengaging the Blade 15 Checking the Blade Brake Clutch Operation 15 Recycling the Clippin...

Page 3: ...rotective devices in place and functioning properly on the machine Keep bystanders and children out of the operating area Do not allow children to operate the machine Allow only people who are responsible trained familiar with the instructions and physically capable to operate the machine Stop the machine shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing fueling or unclogg...

Page 4: ... 5092 1 Step on the mower housing to start the engine decal131 4514 131 4514 1 Warning read the Operator s Manual 2 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand mower blade stay away from moving parts keep all guards and shields in place 3 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand mower blade disconnect the spark plug wire before performing maintenance 4 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders away shut off the e...

Page 5: ...decal137 9196 137 9196 1 Lock 2 Unlock 5 ...

Page 6: ...tup Important Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine 1 Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure g240045 Figure 4 6 ...

Page 7: ...Procedure g241429 Figure 5 3 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 g236533 Figure 6 7 ...

Page 8: ...o 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 g235721 Figure 7 5 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g241560 Figure 8 8 ...

Page 9: ...that the blades and blade bolts are not worn or damaged Inspect the area where you will use the machine and remove all objects that could interfere with the operation of the machine or that the machine could throw Contact with the moving blade will cause serious injury Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height Fuel Safety Fuel is extremely flammable and highly exp...

Page 10: ...h as E15 or E85 with more than 10 ethanol by volume Performance problems and or engine damage may result which may not be covered under warranty Do not use gasoline containing methanol Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or in fuel containers over the winter unless fuel stabilizer has been added to the fuel Do not add oil to gasoline Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline fr...

Page 11: ...ht You may raise or lower the handle to a position comfortable for you Rotate the handle lock move the handle to 1 of 3 positions and lock the handle into position Figure 13 g238410 Figure 13 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 ...

Page 12: ...chine in reverse Operate the machine only in good visibility and appropriate weather conditions Do not operate the machine when there is the risk of lightning Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade Avoid mowing in wet conditions Use extreme care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view Do not direct the discharge ...

Page 13: ...accident Mow with caution near drop offs ditches or embankments Starting the Engine Pull the recoil start handle B of Figure 15 lightly until you feel resistance then pull it sharply and allow it to return to the rope guide on the handle slowly Note Do not pull the blade control bar to the handle while pulling the recoil start handle A of Figure 15 g236579 Figure 15 Note If the machine does not st...

Page 14: ...couple of centimeters inches If the machine still does not roll backward easily contact an Authorized Service Dealer Shutting Off the Engine Service Interval Before each use or daily To shut off the engine press and hold the engine shutoff button Figure 17 until the engine shuts off g017317 Figure 17 1 Engine shutoff button Important When you release the blade control bar the blade should stop wit...

Page 15: ...de is still rotating The blade brake clutch may be deteriorating and if ignored could result in an unsafe operating condition Have the machine inspected and serviced by an Authorized Service Dealer 5 Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop Not Using the Grass Bag 1 Move the machine onto a paved surface in a non windy area 2 Set all 4 wheels to the 83 mm 3 1 4 inch cutting height ...

Page 16: ...refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute page 19 before recycling the clippings Important Ensure that the rear plug is locked in place To lock the plug raise the rear deflector A of Figure 22 firmly push the plug in until it snaps into place behind the tabs and rotate the lever on the plug to the left B of Figure 22 g239445 Figure 22 Note To unlock the rear plug rotate the lever on the plug to t...

Page 17: ... discharge deflector refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute page 19 Installing the Grass Bag 1 Raise and hold up the rear deflector and unlock the rear plug A of Figure 23 2 Pull out the rear plug B of Figure 23 3 Hang the upper front edge of the bag from the grass bag pins on the notches of the handle brackets C of Figure 23 4 Lower the rear deflector g240403 Figure 23 17 ...

Page 18: ...deflector g240401 Figure 24 Discharging the Clippings Side discharge or rear discharge the clippings when cutting very tall grass WARNING The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position Side Discharging the Clippings If the bag is on the machine remove it and insert the rea...

Page 19: ...or A of Figure 26 2 Lift open the side discharge deflector B of Figure 26 3 Install the side discharge chute and close the deflector onto the chute B C and D of Figure 26 g231920 Figure 26 Removing the Side Discharge Chute To remove the side discharge chute reverse the steps above Important Lock the side discharge deflector after you close it Figure 27 19 ...

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Page 21: ...ong the machine may plug and cause the engine to stall Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the machine to plug or the engine to stall Avoid mowing in wet conditions Be aware of a potential fire hazard in very dry conditions follow all local fire warnings and keep the machine free of dry grass and leaf debris Alternate the mowing direction This helps disperse the clippings ...

Page 22: ...ndle when the engine is running Do not allow bystanders in the area For best results clean the machine soon after you have completed mowing 1 Lower the machine to the lowest cutting height setting Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height page 11 2 Move the machine onto a level surface 3 Wash out the area under the rear door if applicable where the clippings go from the underside of the machine to the...

Page 23: ...ice Dealer 1 Hold the handle while disengaging the handle locks to avoid pinching your hands 2 Disengage the handle locks until you can move the upper handle freely 3 Fold the handle forward either to the vertical position or the fully forward position as shown in Figure 29 Important Route the cables to the outside of the handle locks as you fold the handle g189219 Figure 29 4 To unfold the handle...

Page 24: ...ting conditions Yearly or before storage Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before yearly storage Maintenance Safety Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug before performing any maintenance procedure Wear gloves and eye protection when servicing the machine The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury Wear gloves when servicing the blade...

Page 25: ...tabs on top of the air filter cover Figure 31 g027782 Figure 31 1 Latch tabs 3 Foam pre filter 2 Paper air filter 2 Open the cover 3 Remove the paper air filter and the foam pre filter Figure 31 4 Inspect the foam pre filter and replace it if it is damaged or excessively dirty 5 Inspect the paper air filter If the air filter is damaged or is wet with oil or fuel replace it If the air filter is dir...

Page 26: ... the used oil return the machine to the operating position 6 Carefully pour about 3 4 of the engine capacity of oil into the oil fill tube 7 Wait 3 minutes for the oil to settle in the engine 8 Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth 9 Insert the dipstick into the oil fill tube but do not screw it in then remove the dipstick 10 Read the oil level on the dipstick refer to Checking the Engine Oil...

Page 27: ...replace it immediately If the blade edge is dull or nicked have it sharpened and balanced or replace it WARNING The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury Wear gloves when servicing the blade 1 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug refer to Preparing for Maintenance page 25 2 Tip the machine onto its side with the air filter up 3 Remove the 2 blade n...

Page 28: ...iously removed 10 Install the blade and the stiffener that you previously removed Figure 36 11 Install the blade nuts and torque them to 20 to 37 N m 15 to 27 ft lb Adjusting the Self Propel Drive For Self Propel Drive Models Only Whenever you install a new self propel cable or if the self propel drive is out of adjustment adjust the self propel drive 1 Turn the adjustment nut counterclockwise to ...

Page 29: ...w it to run until it shuts off When you can no longer start the engine it is sufficiently dry 5 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug and connect the wire to the retaining post if equipped 6 Remove the spark plug add 30 ml 1 fl oz of engine oil through the spark plug hole and pull the starter rope slowly several times to distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during...

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Page 31: ...to restaurants grocery stores hotels schools and hospitals and on a wide variety of products Additionally some online and mail order retailers provide Prop 65 warnings on their websites or in catalogs How do the California warnings compare to federal limits Prop 65 standards are often more stringent than federal and international standards There are various substances that require a Prop 65 warnin...

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