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Toro 22178TE Operator's Manual

Toro 22178TE Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3353-694 Rev B
53cm Heavy-Duty Rear Bagger

Lawn Mower

Model No. 22178TE—Serial No. 260000001 and Up
Register your product at www.Toro.com
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1: Lawn Mower

    Form No. 3353-694 Rev B 53cm Heavy-Duty Rear Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 22178TE—Serial No. 260000001 and Up Register your product at www.Toro.com Original Instructions (EN)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Vibration, Hand/arm ......6 or additional information, contact an Authorized Safety and Instructional Decals .... 6 Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have Setup ..............8 the model and serial numbers of your product 1 Installing the Handle ......8 ready.
  • Page 3 Servicing the Wheels......22 Controls System Maintenance....23 Adjusting the Blade Brake Cable......... 23 Blade Maintenance ........23 Maintaining the Cutting Blade .... 23 Cleaning ............ 25 Cleaning under the Mower Housing ......25 Cleaning the Blade Brake Clutch Shield ........ 25 Storage..............

  • Page 4: Safety

    Toro designed and tested this mower for • If gasoline is spilled, do not attempt to start the reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply...

  • Page 5: Maintenance And Storage

    • To ensure the best performance and safety, – before checking, cleaning or working on purchase only genuine Toro replacement the lawn mower. parts and accessories. Do not use will fit – after striking a foreign object, inspect the parts and accessories;...

  • Page 6: Sound Pressure

    Sound Pressure measurements of identical machines per EN 11094. This unit has an equivalent continuous A-weighted sound pressure level at the operator ear of 88 dBA, Vibration, Hand/arm based on measurements of identical machines per EN 11094 and EN 836. This unit does not exceed a hand/arm vibration level of 5.5 m/s , based on measurements of...
  • Page 7 110-4977 1. Thrown object hazard—do not operate the mower with out a bag in place. 110-4978 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. 3. Cutting, dismemberment hazard of hand or foot—stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance on the machine.

  • Page 8: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Step Description Qty. Handle Bolt (5/16 x 7/8 inch) Bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) Install the handle. Washer Locknut (5/16 inch) Cable tie Self-tapping screw Install the fuel tank and fuel line.

  • Page 9: Installing The Fuel Tank And The Fuel Line

    Step Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel Line Parts needed for this step: Self-tapping screw Fuel tank Figure 5 1. Plastic clip (2) Procedure 1. Slide the end of the fuel line onto the elbow 4. Secure the bottom of the fuel tank to the fitting (Figure 4).

  • Page 10: Product Overview

    Product Overview Controls The blade control bar, control bar lock, ground speed control lever, throttle control lever, and traction control bar are on the upper handle as shown in (Figure 7). Figure 7 1. Blade control bar 4. Throttle control lever 2.

  • 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 bail operate properly. When you release the blade control bail, the blade and self-propel drive should stop.
  • Page 12 Important: Do not add oil to the gasoline. Important: Do not use methanol, gasoline When fueling, under certain circumstances, containing methanol, gasohol containing a static charge can develop, igniting the more than 10% ethanol, premium gasoline, or gasoline. A fire or explosion from gasoline white gas.

  • Page 13: Starting The Engine

    2. Open the fuel valve (Figure 13) Figure 13 1. Fuel valve 3. Move the throttle control lever to the Choke position (Figure 8). Figure 11 4. Move the ground speed control lever to the Neutral (N) position. 1. Oil ll/dipstick 3.

  • Page 14: Operating The Traction Drive

    Operating the Traction Drive Engaging the Traction Drive 1. Release the traction control bar (Figure 16). Figure 14 2. Pull the blade control bar to the handle and hold it (Figure 15). Figure 16 2. Move the ground speed control lever to the desired gear position.

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Checking the Blade Brake Clutch Check the blade control bar before each use Adjusting the cutting height levers could to ensure that the blade brake clutch system is bring your hands into contact with a moving operating properly. blade and result in serious injury. You can use the grass bag to perform an additional •...

  • Page 16: Operating Tips

    (Figure 20). operator or bystanders. Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. Operating Tips General Tips • Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting season.

  • Page 17: Cutting Grass

    set the front wheels at 2-1/4 inches (57 mm) and the rear wheels at 2-3/4 inches (70 mm). Operating a mower with its engine Cutting Leaves running at a speed greater than the factory setting can cause the mower to •...

  • Page 18: 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 After the rst 8 operating • Change the engine oil. hours • Check the engine oil level. •...

  • Page 19: Lubricating The Gear Case

    Important: Excessive grease pressure may damage the seals. Lubricating the Gear Case After every 100 operating hours, grease the gear case. 1. Remove the grass bag. 2. Install a grease gun onto the fitting through the belt cover opening (Figure 22). Figure 23 1.

  • Page 20: Changing The Oil Filter

    1. Run the engine to warm the engine oil. Note: Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. Oil may be hot after engine has been run, and contact with hot oil can cause severe personal injury. Figure 25 Avoid contacting the hot engine oil when 1.

  • Page 21: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Fuel System 9. Fill the crankcase to the Full line on the dipstick with fresh oil Refer to Filling the Maintenance Crankcase with Oil. 10. Connect the wire to the spark plug. Emptying the Fuel Tank and 11. Run the engine for about 3 minutes. Cleaning the Fuel Filter 12.

  • Page 22: Servicing The Wheels

    Figure 29 1. Locknuts 6. Plastic cover (rear wheels only) 7. Lug 2. Wheel spacer 3. Bearing/hub assembly 8. Bearing (2) 4. Bearing spacer 9. Bolt 5. Wheel half Figure 28 1. Turnbuckle 3. Cable 4. Separate the wheel halves from the tire 2.

  • Page 23: Controls System Maintenance

    spacer is positioned between the wheel hub and the pivot arm (Figure 29). Do not overtighten the blade brake cable. Controls System Overtightening the blade brake cable could cause the blade brake to come off of the Maintenance brake drum. If the brake does not contact the drum, the blade will not stop rotating when you release the control bar.

  • Page 24: Removing The Blade

    A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown into the operator’s or bystander’s area, resulting in serious personal injury or death. • Inspect the blade periodically for wear or damage. • Replace a worn or damaged blade. Removing the Blade Grasp the end of the blade using a rag or a thickly padded glove.

  • Page 25: Cleaning

    Installing the Blade the mower, scrape it clean. 1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug 1. Install a sharp, balanced Toro blade, the (Figure 12). anti-scalp cup, and the blade nuts. The sail of the blade must point toward the top of the 2.
  • Page 26 4. Tip the mower on its right side. Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank. Gasoline is extremely flammable, highly explosive, and, under certain conditions, can cause personal injury or property damage.

  • Page 27: Storage

    Storage General Information 1. Clean the mower housing. Refer to Cleaning To prepare the mower for off-season storage, under the Mower Housing. perform the recommended maintenance 2. Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder, procedures. Refer to Maintenance. cylinder head fins, and blower housing. Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine does not start 1. The fuel tank is empty or 1. Drain and/or ll the fuel the fuel system contains tank with fresh gasoline. stale fuel. If the problem persists, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 29 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine runs rough 1. The wire is not 1. Connect the wire to the connected to the spark spark plug. plug. 2. The spark plug is pitted, 2. Check the spark plug fouled, or the gap is and adjust the gap if incorrect.
  • Page 31 Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service The Toro® Company and its afliate, Toro Warranty Company, If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promises to the or workmanship, follow this procedure: original purchaser* to repair any Toro Product used for normal 1.
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