Toro Super Recycler Operator's Manual

Toro Super Recycler Operator's Manual

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Super Recycler
Model No. 21387—Serial No. 405700000 and Up

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 finding 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.
identifies 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.
1. Model and serial number location
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified 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.
© 2019—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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Lawn Mower
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special 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.
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
configured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class
of mower will be significantly lower. Please refer to
the engine manufacturer's information included with
the machine.
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Form No. 3437-445 Rev A
Operator's Manual
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Safety-alert symbol
Original Instructions (EN)
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire. additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model The enclosed engine owner's manual is supplied and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents WARNING CALIFORNIA Introduction ............... 1 Safety ............... 3 Proposition 65 Warning General Safety ........... 3 The engine exhaust from this product Safety and Instructional Decals ......3 contains chemicals known to the State of Setup ................ 5 California to cause cancer, birth defects, 1 Unfolding the Handle ........
  • Page 3: Safety

    Safety • Keep bystanders and children out of the operating area. Do not allow children to operate the machine. Allow only people who are responsible, trained, This machine has been designed in accordance with familiar with the instructions, and physically ANSI B71.1-2017.
  • Page 4 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 engine before leaving the operating position;...
  • Page 5: Setup

    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. Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure...
  • Page 6: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide

    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. g230719 Figure 4...
  • Page 7: Adding Oil To The Engine

    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. g222533 Figure 5 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g241560...
  • Page 8: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery No Parts Required Procedure Electric-Start Model Only Refer to Charging the Battery (page 27).
  • Page 9: Product Overview

    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 certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories.
  • Page 10: Operation

    Operation – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. – Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. – Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin. Before Operation Filling the Fuel Tank Before Operation Safety...
  • Page 11: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    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. g222533 Figure 10 Adjusting the Handle Height You may raise or lower the handle to a position comfortable for you.
  • Page 12: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can burn you. Keep away from the hot muffler. Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all wheels to the same cutting height (Figure 12).
  • Page 13: During Operation

    Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or discharge chute frequently for any wear or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro • The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result parts when necessary.
  • Page 14: Starting The Engine

    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 Hold the blade-control bar against the handle (A of Figure 13). If the electric-start button has been removed, insert it in the electric starter (B of Figure 13).
  • Page 15: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Using the Self-Propel Drive Shutting Off the Engine To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Ensure hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your that the engine shuts off within sides, and the machine will automatically keep pace 3 seconds after releasing the with you...
  • Page 16: Recycling The Clippings

    Recycling the Clippings Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it and lock the side-discharge deflector; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 20) before recycling the clippings.
  • Page 17: Bagging The Clippings

    Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it and lock the side-discharge deflector; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 20).
  • Page 18 Removing the Grass Bag Raise and hold up the rear deflector and lift the grass bag up by the handle off the notches of the handle brackets (A of Figure 18). Install the rear plug (B of Figure 18). Important: Ensure that the rear plug is locked in place.
  • Page 19: Discharging The Clippings

    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 rear plug;...
  • Page 20 g231920 Figure 20 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 21). g002593 Figure 21...
  • Page 21: Operating Tips

    • For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade. Cutting Grass • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time.
  • Page 22: After Operation

    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 g189103 Figure 22 before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it. •...
  • Page 23: Folding The Handle

    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. Hold the handle while disengaging the handle locks to avoid pinching your hands.
  • Page 24 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. Ensure that the level of fuel in the fuel tank is no higher than what is recommended by the engine manufacturer;...
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    • To ensure optimum performance of the machine, g195253 Figure 26 use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories 1. Spark-plug wire made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty.
  • Page 26: Servicing The Air Filter

    the fuel. Always tip the machine onto its Install the filter onto the base. side, with the dipstick down. Install the cover and screw the fasteners down securely. Servicing the Air Filter Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Service the air filter; service it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.
  • Page 27: Changing The Engine Oil

    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 flows better and carries more contaminants.
  • Page 28: Replacing The Fuse

    g189390 Figure 30 g189463 Figure 31 Plug the charger into a wall outlet. 1. Cover 4. Battery compartment 2. Fuse holder 5. Fuse Note: When the battery no longer holds a 3. Spare fuse charge, recycle or dispose of the lead-acid battery according to local codes.
  • Page 29: Replacing The Blade

    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.
  • Page 30: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Preparing the Machine for Storage On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer (such as Toro Premium Fuel Treatment) to the fuel as directed on the label. Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle it according to local codes or use it in your automobile.
  • Page 31: Removing The Machine From Storage

    Removing the Machine from Storage Electric-start models only: Charge the battery for 24 hours; refer to 5 Charging the Battery (page Check and tighten all fasteners. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly by pulling the recoil-start handle to blow the excess oil from the cylinder.
  • Page 32 While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant 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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