Table Of Contents; Introduction - Toro 22163 Operator's Manual

Introduction

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.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for
product and 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. Figure 1
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
1. Model and serial number plate
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.
1. 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.
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8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Figure 1
Figure 2
Contents
Introduction................................................................. 2
Safety ........................................................................... 3
General Lawn Mower Safety ................................. 3
Safety and Instructional Decals ............................. 4
Setup............................................................................ 5
1 Installing the Handle.......................................... 5
2 Filling the Crankcase with Oil............................. 6
3 Adjusting the Handle Height.............................. 6
Product Overview ........................................................ 7
Operation..................................................................... 8
Checking the Engine Oil Level.............................. 8
Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline ....................... 9
Starting the Engine............................................. 10
Stopping the Engine ........................................... 11
Using the Self-propel Drive ................................ 11
Adjusting the Cutting Height .............................. 11
Recycling the Clippings....................................... 12
Side-discharging the Clippings ............................ 12
Operating Tips ................................................... 13
Maintenance............................................................... 15
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ................ 15
Lubrication............................................................. 16
Lubricating the Wheel Gears............................... 16
Engine Maintenance............................................... 16
Servicing the Air Filter........................................ 16
Changing the Engine Oil .................................... 17
Servicing the Spark Plug ..................................... 17
Fuel System Maintenance ....................................... 18
Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the
Fuel Filter....................................................... 18
Blade Maintenance ................................................. 18
Maintaining the Cutting Blade............................. 18
Cleaning ................................................................. 20
Cleaning under the Mower Housing .................... 20
Storage....................................................................... 21
Preparing the Fuel System................................... 21
Preparing the Engine.......................................... 21
General Information .......................................... 21
Removing the Lawn Mower from Storage............ 21
Troubleshooting......................................................... 22
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