Toro Recycler 21131 Operator's Manual

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41cm Recycler

Model No. 21131-Serial No. 315000001 and Up

Model No. 21132-Serial No. 315000001 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. It is not designed for cutting

brush or for agricultural uses.

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. Keep this manual for future

reference.

You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product

safety and operation 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.

Figure 1

model and serial numbers on the product.

1. Model and serial number plate

Write the product model and serial numbers in the space

below:

8111 Lyndale Avenue South

Bloomington, MN 55420

identifies the location of the

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Figure 1

Lawn Mower

Model No.

Serial No.

This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety

messages identified by the safety alert symbol

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.

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.

As configured to meet safety, emission, and operating

requirements, the actual engine torque on this class of mower

will be significantly lower. Go to www.Toro.com to view

specifications on your mower model.

Do not tamper with the engine controls or alter the governor

speed; doing so may create an unsafe condition resulting in

personal injury.

This product complies with all relevant European directives.

For details, please see the separate product specific

Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet.

Contents

Introduction .................................................................. 1

Safety ........................................................................... 2

General Lawn Mower Safety ..................................... 2

Sound Pressure ....................................................... 3

Sound Power .......................................................... 3

Vibration, Hand/arm............................................... 4

Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 5

Setup ............................................................................ 6

1 Unfolding the Handle............................................ 6

Form No. 3392-801 Rev A

Operator's Manual

Figure 2

Original Instructions (EN)

Printed in the UK.

(Figure

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Keep this manual for future reference. Figure 2 You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product 1. Safety alert symbol safety and operation training materials, accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
Page 2: Safety
• 2 Assembling the Grass Bag ........6 Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for 3 Filling the Engine with Oil........7 accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their Product Overview ............8 property. Specifications ............
Page 3: Sound Pressure
To ensure the best performance and safety, • Stop the blade if the machine must be tilted for purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories;...
Page 4: Vibration, Hand/Arm
Vibration, Hand/arm Measured vibration level for right hand = 3.3 m/s Measured vibration level for left hand = 3.4 m/s Uncertainty Value (K) = 1.5 m/s Measured values were determined according to the procedures outlined in EN ISO 5395:2013. CAUTION Long-term exposure to vibration while operating the machine may cause some numbness in the hands and wrists.
Page 5: Safety And Instructional Decals
Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged or lost decals. 111–0083 1. Warning—read the 3. Thrown object hazard; Operator’s Manual. keep bystanders a safe distance from the mower. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade;...
Page 6: Setup
Setup Note: Do not attempt to start the engine until the mower is fully assembled. Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure Unfolding the Handle Insert the metal frame into the grassbag fabric and then clip into position (Figure No Parts Required Procedure 1.
Page 7: Filling The Engine With Oil
Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure g017679 Your mower does not come with oil in the engine. 1. Remove the dipstick (Figure Figure 6 3. Install the dipstick securely. Important: Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours;...
Page 8: Product Overview
Specifications Product Overview Model 21131 21132 Weight 30 kg 32 kg Length 137 cm 137 cm Width 47.5 cm 47.5 cm Height 105 cm 105 cm Width of cut 41 cm 41 cm Height-of-cut 13 to 65 mm 13 to 65 mm range (7 positions) Nominal power...
Page 9: Operation
Operation Filling the Fuel Tank DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or mower directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
Page 10: Adjusting The Cutting Height
0.15 L G017693 Figure 11 1. Height-of-cut adjusting lever G017680 Figure 10 2. Push it forwards to lower or pull it backwards to raise the height of cut (Figure 11). 3. Install the dipstick. 3. Release the lever at the required position and ensure that it locks firmly into one of the eight setting notches Adjusting the Cutting Height (Figure...
Page 11: Using The Self-Propel Drive (Model 21132 Only)
Using the Self-propel Drive (model 21132 only) To operate the self-propel drive, squeeze the self-propel drive bar toward the handle and hold it Figure 13). g01771 1 Figure 14 1. Rear door 3. Grass bag 2. Lug 2. Release the rear door. 3.
Page 12: Mowing Tips
Maintenance Toro has designed this product to give you years of trouble-free use. Should it need service, bring the product to an Authorized Toro Service Dealer. Note: Determine right and left side from normal operating position.
Page 13: Cleaning The Air Filter
Cleaning the Air Filter Lubricate the wheels, linkages, and pivot points with engine (Figure 19). Service Interval: Every 25 hours 1. Undo the latches that hold the air filter cover to the engine (Figure 17). g0151 15 Figure 19 Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Every 50 hours 1.
Page 14: Servicing The Blade
Servicing the Blade Always mow with a sharp blade. As sharp blade cuts the grass evenly, without tearing or shredding the grass. When you replace the blade, use only genuine Toro replacement blades. WARNING Someone could accidentally start the engine and cause a serious injury to the operator or to bystanders.
Page 15: Removing The Blade
Removing the Blade the heavy side (Figure 24). If the blade is not balanced, file more metal off the cutting edge on the heavy end 1. Grasp the end of the blade (Figure 22) with a rag or of the blade. thickly padded glove.
Page 16: Storage
Storage 1. Clean the mower housing. 2. Check the condition of the blade. 3. Fold the handle as shown in Figure Important: Ensure that you do not crimp the control cables as you fold the handle. CAUTION The handles pass each other like a scissors while folding and unfolding them and can pinch your fingers.
Page 17: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine does not start 1. The wire is not connected to the spark 1. Connect the wire to the spark plug. plug. 2. The fuel cap vent hole is plugged. 2. Clean the fuel cap vent hole or replace the fuel cap.
Page 18 Notes:...
Page 19 The Way Toro Uses Information Toro may use your personal information to process warranty claims, to contact you in the event of a product recall and for any other purpose which we tell you about. Toro may share your information with Toro's affiliates, dealers or other business partners in connection with any of these activities. We will not sell your personal information to any other company.
Page 20 Authorized Toro Service Dealer. tractor structure that other components such as the engine are secured to, cracks or breaks in normal use, it will be repaired or replaced, at Toro's option, under warranty at no cost for parts and General Conditions labor.

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