Operating Tips - Toro 22155 Operator's Manual

Figure 31
Removing the Side Discharge Chute
To remove the side discharge chute, reverse the steps
above.
Important: Lock the side discharge door after you
close it (Figure 32).
Figure 32

Operating Tips

General Tips
• Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting
season. Periodically file down nicks on the blade.
• Replace the blade when necessary with an original
Toro replacement blade.
• Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves
tend to clump on the yard and can cause the mower
to plug or the engine to stall.
WARNING
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if
you slip and contact the blade.
Mow only in dry conditions.
• Clean under the mower housing after each mowing.
See Cleaning under the Mower Housing.
• Keep the engine in good running condition.
• Set the engine speed to the fastest position for the
best cutting results.
WARNING
Operating a mower with its engine running at
a speed greater than the factory setting can
cause the mower to throw a part of the blade or
engine into the operator's or bystander's area
and result in serious personal injury or death.
– Do not change the engine speed setting.
– If you suspect the engine speed is faster
than normal, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
• Clean the air filter frequently. recycling stirs up
more clippings and dust which clogs the air filter
and reduces engine performance.
Cutting Grass
• Grass grows at different rates at different times of
the year. In the summer heat, it is best to cut grass
at the 2- inch (51 mm), 2-1/2 inch (64 mm), or
3-inch (76 mm) cutting height settings. Cut only
about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do not
cut below the 2-1/2 inch (64 mm) setting unless the
grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth
begins to slow down.
• When cutting grass over 6 inches (15 cm) tall, first
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 and
the leaves clump on top of the lawn, the mower may
plug and cause the engine to stall.
• Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse
the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization.
If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try
one or more of the following:
• Sharpen the blade.
• Walk at a slower pace while mowing.
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