Form No. 3444-703 Rev A
22in Recycler
®
Lawn Mower
Model No. 21462—Serial No. 408930000 and Up
Model No. 21464—Serial No. 408000000 and Up
Operator's Manual
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 nding 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.
Figure 1
identies 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
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Figure 1
1. Model and serial number location
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identies potential hazards and has
safety messages identied 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.
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Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
Be sure to register your machine at
www.Toro.com/register. Registration ensures
that you are notied should there be a product recall.
Your registration information is never sold or shared
with third party companies. To avoid waste and
help the environment, a discharge chute does not
come with your purchase (most customers prefer to
recycle or bag their grass clippings). You can request
a discharge chute when you register your product
at www.Toro.com/register. Simply check the box in
the online registration form and Toro will send you a
discharge chute at no additional charge. Please allow
1 to 2 weeks for delivery.
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 dened in Section 4442, maintained in
effective working order or the engine is constructed,
equipped, and maintained for the prevention of re.
The enclosed engine owner's manual is supplied
for information regarding the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance,
and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through
the engine manufacturer.
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
congured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class
© 2021—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420 Register at www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in Mexico
All Rights Reserved
*3444-703*
of mower will be signicantly lower. Please refer to
the engine manufacturer’s information included with
the machine.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
Use of this product may cause exposure
to chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Contents
Introduction ............................................................... 1
Safety ....................................................................... 3
General Safety ................................................... 3
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 4
Setup ........................................................................ 6
1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle.............. 6
2 Installing the Blade-Control Bar........................ 7
3 Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the
Rope Guide..................................................... 7
4 Adding Oil to the Engine................................... 8
5 Assembling the Grass Bag............................... 8
6 Charging the Battery ........................................ 9
Product Overview ................................................... 10
Specications .................................................. 10
Attachments/Accessories ................................. 10
Operation ................................................................ 10
Before Operation ................................................. 10
Before Operation Safety ................................... 10
Filling the Fuel Tank ...........................................11
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.......................... 12
Adjusting the Handle Height ............................. 12
Adjusting the Cutting Height ............................. 13
During Operation ................................................. 14
During Operation Safety ................................... 14
Starting the Engine ........................................... 15
Using the Self-Propel Drive............................... 16
Shutting Off the Engine..................................... 16
Recycling the Clippings .................................... 16
Bagging the Clippings....................................... 17
Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever ............... 18
Operating Tips ................................................. 18
After Operation .................................................... 19
After Operation Safety ...................................... 19
Cleaning Under the Machine ............................ 19
Folding the Handle ........................................... 20
Maintenance ........................................................... 21
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ........... 21
Maintenance Safety.......................................... 21
Preparing for Maintenance ............................... 21
Servicing the Air Filter....................................... 22
Changing the Engine Oil ................................... 22
Charging the Battery......................................... 23
Replacing the Fuse........................................... 23
Replacing the Blade.......................................... 24
Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive ......................... 25
Storage ................................................................... 25
Storage Safety.................................................. 25
Preparing the Machine for Storage ................... 25
Removing the Machine from Storage ................ 26
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Safety
This machine has been designed in accordance with
ANSI B71.1-2017.
General Safety
This product is capable of amputating hands and
feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious personal injury or death.
• Read, understand, and follow the instructions
and warnings in this Operator’s Manual and on
the machine and attachments before starting the
engine.
• Do not put your hands or feet near moving parts or
under the machine. Keep clear of any discharge
opening.
• Do not operate the machine without all guards
and other safety protective 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, remove the
electric-start button (if equipped), and wait for all
moving parts to stop before servicing, fueling, or
unclogging the machine.
Improperly using or maintaining this machine can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always
pay attention to the safety-alert symbol
, which
means Caution, Warning, or Danger—personal safety
instruction. Failure to comply with these instructions
may result in personal injury or death.
3
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.
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Manufacturer's Mark
1. This mark indicates that the blade is identied as a part
from the original machine manufacturer.
decal94-8072
94-8072
decal125-5026
125-5026
1. Recycling mode 2. Bagging mode
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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
engine before leaving the operating position; pick up any
debris before mowing.
5. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of foot, mower blade—do
not operate up and down slopes; operate side to side on
slopes; look behind you when moving in reverse.
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133-8062
Electric-start model only
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140-4357
1. Warning—read the
Operator’s Manual for
battery information; do not
discard the lead battery.
2. Attention—read the
Operator’s Manual
for battery charging
information.
Electric-start model only
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133-1900
1. Read the Operator’s Manual for more information on starting
the engine—1) Insert the electric-start button into the
electric starter; 2) Engage the blade-control bar; 3) Push the
electric-start button to start the engine.
2. Read the Operator’s Manual for more information on stopping
the engine—1) Release the blade-control bar; 2) Remove the
electric-start button from the electric starter.
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Setup
Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other
plastic or wrapping on the machine.
Important: To prevent accidental starting, do not insert the electric-start button into the electric-start
ignition (if equipped) until you are ready to start the engine.
1
Assembling and 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 3).
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Figure 3
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2
Installing the Blade-Control Bar
No Parts Required
Procedure
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Figure 4
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.
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Figure 5
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4
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.
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Figure 6
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Product Overview
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Figure 8
1. Handle
7. Cutting-height lever (4)
2. Blade-control bar
8. Spark plug
3. Electric-start button
(electric-start model only)
9. Oil ll/dipstick
4. Adjustment for the
self-propel drive
10. Bag-on-demand lever
5. Fuel-tank cap
11. Handle knob (2)
6. Air lter
12. Recoil-start handle
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Figure 9
1. Grass bag
2. Battery charger
(electric-start model only)
Specications
Model Weight Length Width Height
35 kg
21462
(78 lb) 151 cm 59 cm 109 cm
39 kg
21464
(87 lb)
(59 inches) (23
inches)
(43 inches)
Attachments/Accessories
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.
To ensure optimum performance and continued safety
certication 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.
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, remove the
electric-start button (if equipped), wait for all
moving parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool
before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
• Check that all guards and safety devices, such as
deectors and/or grass catcher, are in place and
functioning properly.
• Always inspect the machine to ensure 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 ngers under the housing.
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Fuel Safety
• Fuel is extremely ammable and highly explosive.
A re or explosion from fuel can burn you and
others and can damage property.
– To prevent a static charge from igniting the fuel,
place the container and/or machine directly on
the ground before lling, not in a vehicle or on
an object.
– Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area,
when the engine is cold. Wipe up any fuel that
spills.
– Do not handle fuel when smoking or around an
open ame or sparks.
– Do not remove the fuel cap or add fuel to the
tank while the engine is running or hot.
– If you spill fuel, do not attempt to start the
engine. Avoid creating a source of ignition until
the fuel vapors have dissipated.
– Store fuel in an approved container and keep
it out of the reach of children.
• Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term
exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and
illness.
– 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
Type Unleaded gasoline
Minimum octane rating
87 (US) or 91 (research
octane; outside the US)
Ethanol
No more than 10% by volume
Methanol None
MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl
ether)
Less than 15% by volume
Oil Do not add to the fuel
Use only clean, fresh (no more than 30 days old), fuel
from a reputable source.
Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel
stabilizer/conditioner to fresh fuel as directed by
the fuel-stabilizer/conditioner manufacturer.
Refer to your engine owner’s manual for additional
information.
Fill the fuel tank as shown in
Figure 10.
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Figure 10
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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.
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Figure 11
Adjusting the Handle Height
You can raise or lower the handle in 1 of 2 positions that is more comfortable for you (
Figure 12).
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Figure 12
1. Remove both handle knobs.
2. Move the handle to the desired height position.
3. Secure the handle with the previously removed handle knobs.
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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, remove the electric-start button (if equipped), and wait for all moving
parts to stop before adjusting the cutting height.
• Do not put your ngers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height.
CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the mufer will be hot and can burn you.
Keep away from the hot mufer.
Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all wheels to the same cutting height (
Figure 13).
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Figure 13
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During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
• Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
• Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
• Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the inuence of alcohol or drugs.
• The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result
in serious personal injury. Shut off the engine,
remove the electric-start button (if equipped), and
wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
• When you release the blade-control bar, the
engine should shut off and the blade should stop
within 3 seconds. If not, stop using your machine
immediately and contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
• Keep bystanders out of the operating area. Keep
small children out of the operating area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult who is
not operating the machine. Stop the machine if
anyone enters the area.
• Always look down and behind you before moving
the machine 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 material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall
or obstruction; material may ricochet toward you.
Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel surfaces.
• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other
hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause you
to lose your balance or footing.
• If the machine strikes an object or starts to
vibrate, immediately shut off the engine, remove
the electric-start button (if equipped), wait for all
moving parts to stop, and disconnect the wire
from the spark plug before examining the machine
for damage. Make all necessary repairs before
resuming operation.
• Before leaving the operating position, shut off
the engine, remove the electric-start button (if
equipped), and wait for all moving parts to stop.
• If the engine has been running, it will be hot and
can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot
engine.
• Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is
an odorless, deadly poison.
• Check the grass catcher components and the
discharge chute frequently for any wear or
deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro
parts when necessary.
Slope Safety
• Mow across the face of slopes; never up and
down. Use extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
• Do not mow on excessively steep slopes. Poor
footing could cause a slip-and-fall accident.
• Mow with caution near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments.
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Starting the Engine
You can start the engine using either the electric-start button (if equipped) or the recoil-start handle.
Starting the Engine Using the Electric-Start Button
For Electric-Start Models
1. Hold the blade-control bar against the handle (A of
Figure 14).
2. If the electric-start button has been removed, insert it in the electric starter (B of
Figure 14).
3. Push the electric-start button until the engine starts (C of
Figure 14).
Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Figure 14
Starting the Engine Using the Recoil-Start Handle
1. Hold the blade-control bar against the handle (A of
Figure 15).
2. Pull the recoil-start handle (B of
Figure 15).
Note: When you pull the recoil-start handle, pull it lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply.
Allow the rope to return to the handle slowly.
Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Figure 15
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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 16).
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Figure 16
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
drive. You can also try reaching just under the upper
handle to the metal handle and pushing the machine
forward a 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—Ensure
that the engine shuts off within
3 seconds after releasing the
blade-control bar.
To shut off the engine, release the blade-control bar.
Note: Remove the electric-start button (if equipped)
whenever you leave the machine.
Important: When you release the blade-control
bar, the engine should shut off and the blade
should stop within 3 seconds. If they do not, stop
using your machine immediately and contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
Recycling the Clippings
Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle
the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.
If the grass bag is on the machine and the
bag-on-demand lever is in the bagging position, move
the lever to the recycling position; refer to
Operating
the Bag-on-Demand Lever (page 18)
.
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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 18)
.
Installing the Grass Bag
1. Raise and hold up the rear deector (A of Figure 17).
2. Install the grass bag, ensuring that the pins on the bag rest in the slots on the handle bracket (B of
Figure 17).
3. Lower the rear deector.
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Figure 17
Removing the Grass Bag
To remove the bag, reverse the steps in
Installing the Grass Bag (page 17).
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Operating the
Bag-on-Demand Lever
The bag-on-demand feature allows you to either
collect or recycle grass and leaf clippings while the
grass bag is attached to the machine.
• To bag the grass and leaf clippings, press the
button on the bag-on-demand lever and move the
lever forward until the button on the lever pops up
(
Figure 18).
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Figure 18
1. Bag-on-demand lever (in the bagging position)
• To recycle the grass and leaf clippings, press
the button on the lever and move the lever
rearward until the button on the lever pops up.
Important: For proper operation, shut off
the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop,
and then remove any grass clippings and
debris from the bag-on-demand door and the
surrounding opening (
Figure 19) before you
move the bag-on-demand lever from 1 position
to another.
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Figure 19
1. Clean here
Operating Tips
General Mowing Tips
• Inspect the area where you will use the machine
and remove all objects that the machine could
throw.
• Avoid striking solid objects with the blade. Never
deliberately mow over any object.
• If the machine strikes an object or starts to vibrate,
immediately shut off the engine, wait for all moving
parts to stop, remove the electric-start button (if
equipped), disconnect the wire from the spark
plug, and examine the machine for damage.
• For best performance, install a new Toro blade
before the cutting season begins or when
necessary.
Cutting Grass
• Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time.
Do not cut below 51 mm (2 inches) unless the
grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth
begins to slow down.
• When cutting grass over 15 cm (6 inches) tall,
mow at the highest cutting height setting and walk
slower; then mow again at a lower setting for the
best lawn appearance. If the grass is too long, 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 re hazard in very dry
conditions, follow all local re warnings, and keep
the machine free of dry grass and leaf debris.
• Alternate the mowing direction. This helps
disperse the clippings over the lawn for even
fertilization.
• If the nished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory,
try 1 or more of the following:
– Replace the blade or have it sharpened.
– Walk at a slower pace while mowing.
– Raise the cutting height on your machine.
– Cut the grass more frequently.
– Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full
swath with each pass.
Cutting Leaves
• After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn
shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need
to make more than a single pass over the leaves.
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• If there are more than 13 cm (5 inches) of leaves
on the lawn, mow at a higher cutting height and
then again at the desired cutting height.
• Slow down your mowing speed if the machine
does not cut the leaves nely enough.
After Operation
After Operation Safety
General Safety
• Always shut off the machine, remove the
electric-start button (if equipped), wait for all
moving parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool
before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
• Clean grass and debris from the machine to help
prevent res. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
• Never store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open ame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or on other appliances.
Hauling Safety
• Remove the electric-start button (if equipped)
before loading the machine for hauling.
• Use care when loading or unloading the machine.
• Secure the machine from rolling.
Cleaning Under the
Machine
Service Interval: After each use
For best results, clean under the machine shortly after
you have completed mowing.
1. Lower the machine to its lowest cutting-height
setting.
2. Move the machine onto a paved level surface.
3. With the engine running and the blade engaged,
spray a stream of water in front of the right, rear
wheel (
Figure 20).
Note: The water will splash into the path of the
blade, cleaning out the clippings.
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Figure 20
4. When no more clippings come out, stop the
water and move the machine to a dry area.
5. Start the engine and run it for a few minutes to
dry the underside of the machine to prevent it
from rusting.
6. Shut off the engine, remove the electric-start
button (if equipped), and allow the machine to
cool before storing it in an enclosed area.
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Folding the Handle
WARNING
Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe
operating condition.
• Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle.
• If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
1. Remove the electric-start button (if equipped) as shown in A of
Figure 21.
2. Remove and save the 2 handle knobs and 2 carriage bolts from the handle brackets (B of
Figure 21).
Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you fold the handle.
3. Fold the handle by rotating it forward (C of Figure 21).
4. Loosely install the handle knobs and carriage bolts on the handle brackets (D of
Figure 21).
5. To unfold the handle, refer to
1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle (page 6).
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Figure 21
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Maintenance
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)
Maintenance Service
Interval
Maintenance Procedure
Before each use or daily
• Check the engine-oil level and add oil as needed.
• Ensure that the engine shuts off within 3 seconds after releasing the blade-control
bar.
After each use
• Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the machine.
Every 25 hours
• Service the air lter; service it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.
• Charge the battery (if equipped) for 24 hours.
Yearly
• Replace the air lter; replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.
• Change the engine oil (if desired).
• Replace the blade or have it sharpened (more frequently if the edge dulls quickly).
• Clean the engine by removing dirt and debris from its top and sides; clean it more
frequently in dusty operating conditions.
Yearly or before storage
• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before yearly storage.
Important: Refer to your engine owner’s manual for additional maintenance procedures.
Maintenance 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.
• Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug
and remove the electric-start button (if equipped)
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. Do not repair or alter the
blade(s).
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
• Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to leak.
Fuel is ammable and explosive, and can cause
personal injury. Run the engine dry or remove the
fuel with a hand pump; never siphon the fuel.
• 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.
Preparing for Maintenance
1. Shut off the engine, remove the electric-start
button (if equipped), and wait for all moving
parts to stop.
2. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark
plug (
Figure 22).
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Figure 22
1. Spark-plug wire
3. After performing the maintenance procedure(s),
connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug.
Important: Before tipping the machine to
change the oil or replace the blade, allow the
fuel tank to run dry through normal usage. If
you must tip the machine prior to running
out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump to remove
the fuel. Always tip the machine onto its
side, with the dipstick down.
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Servicing the Air Filter
Service Interval: Every 25 hours
Yearly
1. Unclip the top of the air-lter cover (
Figure 23).
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Figure 23
1. Clip 3. Air lter
2. Air-lter cover
2. Remove the air lter (Figure 23).
3. Inspect the air lter.
Note: If the air lter is excessively dirty, replace
it with a new lter. Otherwise, gently tap the air
lter on a hard surface to loosen debris.
4. Install the air lter.
5. Use the clip to install the air-lter cover.
Changing the Engine Oil
Service Interval: Yearly
Changing the engine oil is not required, but if
you want to change the oil, use the following
procedure.
Note: Run the engine a few minutes before changing
the oil to warm it. Warm oil ows better and carries
more contaminants.
Engine Oil Specications
Engine oil capacity
0.44 L (15 oz)*
Oil viscosity SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30
detergent oil
API service classication SJ or higher
*There is residual oil in the crankcase after you drain
the oil. Do not pour the entire capacity of oil into the
crankcase. Fill the crankcase with oil as directed in
the following steps.
1. Move the machine to a level surface.
2. Refer to
Preparing for Maintenance (page 21).
3. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap
counterclockwise and pulling it out (
Figure 24).
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Figure 24
1. Full 3. Low
2. High
4. Tip the machine onto its side (so that the air
lter is up) to drain the used oil from the oil-ll
tube (
Figure 25).
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Figure 25
5. After draining the used oil, return the machine to
the operating position.
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6. Carefully pour about 3/4 of the engine capacity
of oil into the oil-ll 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-ll tube, screw it in,
then remove the dipstick.
10. Read the oil level on the dipstick (
Figure 24).
• If the oil level on the dipstick is too low,
carefully pour a small amount of oil into the
oil-ll tube, wait 3 minutes, and repeat steps
8 through 10 until the oil level on the dipstick
is correct.
• If the oil level on the dipstick is too high,
drain the excess oil until the oil level on the
dipstick is correct.
Important: If the oil level in the engine is too
low or too high and you run the engine, you
may damage the engine.
11. Install the dipstick into the oil-ll tube securely.
12. Recycle the used oil properly.
Charging the Battery
For Electric-Start Models
Service Interval: Every 25 hours
Charge the battery for 24 hours initially, then monthly
(every 25 starts) or as needed. Always use the
charger in a sheltered area and charge the battery at
room temperature (22°C or 70°F) whenever possible.
1. Connect the charger to the wire harness located
below the electric-start button (
Figure 26).
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Figure 26
2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet.
Note: When the battery no longer holds a
charge, recycle or dispose of the lead-acid
battery according to local codes.
Note: Your battery charger may have a 2-color LED
display that indicates the following states of charging:
• A red light indicates that the charger is charging
the battery.
• A green light indicates that the charger is fully
charged or the charger is disconnected from the
battery.
• A ashing light that alternates between red and
green indicates that the battery is nearly fully
charged. This state lasts only a few minutes until
the battery is fully charged.
Replacing the Fuse
Electric-Start Model Only
If the battery does not charge or the engine does not
run with the electric starter, the fuse may be blown.
Replace it with a 40 A plug-in type fuse.
1. Remove the cover from the battery compartment
(
Figure 27).
2. Pull out the battery and locate the fuse (
Figure
27
).
3. Replace the fuse in the fuse holder (
Figure 27).
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Figure 27
1. Cover
4. Battery compartment
2. Fuse holder 5. Fuse
3. Spare fuse
Note: Your machine comes with a spare fuse in
the battery compartment.
4. Install the cover over the battery compartment
(
Figure 27).
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Replacing the Blade
Service Interval: Yearly
Important: You will need a torque wrench to
install the blade properly. If you do not have a
torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing
this procedure, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
Examine the blade whenever you run out of fuel. If the
blade is damaged or cracked, 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. Refer to
Preparing for Maintenance (page 21).
2. Tip the machine onto its side with the air lter up.
3. Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady
(
Figure 28).
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Figure 28
4. Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware
(
Figure 28).
5. Install the new blade and all mounting hardware
(
Figure 29).
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Figure 29
Important: Position the curved ends of the
blade to point toward the machine housing.
6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt
to 82 N∙m (60 ft-lb).
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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
loosen the cable adjustment (
Figure 30).
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Figure 30
1. Handle (left side)
4. Turn the nut clockwise to
tighten the adjustment.
2. Adjustment nut 5. Turn the nut
counterclockwise to
loosen the adjustment.
3. Self-propel-drive cable
2. Adjust the tension on the cable (Figure 30) by
pulling it back or pushing it forward and holding
that position.
Note: Push the cable toward the engine to
increase the traction; pull the cable away from
the engine to decrease the traction.
3. Turn the adjustment nut clockwise to tighten the
cable adjustment.
Note: Tighten the nut rmly with a socket or
wrench.
Storage
Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place.
Storage Safety
Always shut off the machine, remove the electric-start
button (if equipped), wait for all moving parts to stop,
and allow the machine to cool before adjusting,
servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
Preparing the Machine for
Storage
1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel
stabilizer (such as Toro Premium Fuel
Treatment) to the fuel as directed on the label.
2. Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle
it according to local codes or use it in your
automobile.
Important: Old fuel in the fuel tank is the
leading cause of hard starting. Do not store
the fuel without fuel stabilizer more than
30 days, and do not store stabilized fuel
beyond the duration recommended by the
fuel-stabilizer manufacturer.
3. Run the machine until the engine shuts off from
running out of fuel.
4. Start the engine again and allow it to run until
it shuts off. When you can no longer start the
engine, it is sufciently dry.
5. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug and
connect the wire to the retaining post (if
equipped) and remove the electric-start button
(if equipped).
6. Remove the spark plug, add 30 ml (1 oz) of
engine oil through the spark-plug hole, and pull
the recoil-starter rope slowly several times to
distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent
cylinder corrosion during the off-season.
7. Loosely install the spark plug.
8. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
9. Electric-start models only: Charge the battery
for 24 hours, then unplug the battery charger
and store the machine in an unheated area. If
you must store the machine in a heated area,
you must charge the battery every 90 days.
Refer to
Charging the Battery (page 23).
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Removing the Machine
from Storage
1. Electric-start models only: Charge the battery
for 24 hours; refer to
6 Charging the Battery
(page 9)
.
2. Check and tighten all fasteners.
3. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine
rapidly by pulling the recoil-start handle to blow
the excess oil from the cylinder.
4. Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque
wrench to 20 N∙m (15 ft-lb).
5. Perform any maintenance procedures; refer to
Maintenance (page 21).
6. Check the engine-oil level; refer to
Checking the
Engine-Oil Level (page 12)
.
7. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel; refer to Filling
the Fuel Tank (page 11)
.
8. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
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California Proposition 65 Warning Information
What is this warning?
You may see a product for sale that has a warning label like the following:
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm—www.p65Warnings.ca.gov.
What is Prop 65?
Prop 65 applies to any company operating in California, selling products in California, or manufacturing products that may be sold in or brought into
California. It mandates that the Governor of California maintain and publish a list of chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, and/or other
reproductive harm. The list, which is updated annually, includes hundreds of chemicals found in many everyday items. The purpose of Prop 65 is to
inform the public about exposure to these chemicals.
Prop 65 does not ban the sale of products containing these chemicals but instead requires warnings on any product, product packaging, or literature with
the product. Moreover, a Prop 65 warning does not mean that a product is in violation of any product safety standards or requirements. In fact, the
California government has claried that a Prop 65 warning “is not the same as a regulatory decision that a product is ‘safe’ or ‘unsafe.’” Many of these
chemicals have been used in everyday products for years without documented harm. For more information, go to
https://oag.ca.gov/prop65/faqs-view-all.
A Prop 65 warning means that a company has either (1) evaluated the exposure and has concluded that it exceeds the “no signicant risk level”; or (2)
has chosen to provide a warning based on its understanding about the presence of a listed chemical without attempting to evaluate the exposure.
Does this law apply everywhere?
Prop 65 warnings are required under California law only. These warnings are seen throughout California in a wide range of settings, including but not
limited 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 warning
at levels that are far lower than federal action limits. For example, the Prop 65 standard for warnings for lead is 0.5 μg/day, which is well below
the federal and international standards.
Why don’t all similar products carry the warning?
• Products sold in California require Prop 65 labelling while similar products sold elsewhere do not.
• A company involved in a Prop 65 lawsuit reaching a settlement may be required to use Prop 65 warnings for its products, but other companies
making similar products may have no such requirement.
• The enforcement of Prop 65 is inconsistent.
• Companies may elect not to provide warnings because they conclude that they are not required to do so under Prop 65; a lack of warnings for a
product does not mean that the product is free of listed chemicals at similar levels.
Why does Toro include this warning?
Toro has chosen to provide consumers with as much information as possible so that they can make informed decisions about the products they buy and
use. Toro provides warnings in certain cases based on its knowledge of the presence of one or more listed chemicals without evaluating the level of
exposure, as not all the listed chemicals provide exposure limit requirements. While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the
“no signicant 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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