Product Overview; Controls; Operation; Checking The Engine Oil Level - Toro 22197 Operator's Manual

Product Overview

1. Handle
2. Throttle control lever
3. Grass bag
4. Fuel tank
5. Oil filter

Controls

1. Blade control bar
2. Throttle control lever
Figure 8
6. Air filter
7. Cutting height lever
8. Spark plug
9. Oil fill/dipstick
10. Blade control bar
Figure 9
3. Recoil starter handle

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. If they do not,
contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85dBA at the operator's ear and can cause hearing
loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
1. Warning—wear hearing protection.

Checking the Engine Oil Level

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
The oil capacity of the engine crankcase (with oil
filter) is 29 ounces (0.85 liters). Use only high-quality
SAE 30 or SAE 10W30 weight detergent oil that
has the American Petroleum Institute (API) service
classification SF, SG, SH, or SJ.
Before each use, ensure that the oil level is between the
Add and Full marks on the dipstick (Figure 11).
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Figure 10