Storage; Fuel; Preparing The Engine; Cleaning The Mower - Toro Recycler 22170 Operator's Manual

PROBLEM
Uneven cutting pattern
Discharge chute plugs
Will not self-propel

Storage

To prepare the lawn mower for off-season storage,
perform the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer
to the Maintenance section, page 12.
Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the
mower to keep it clean and protected.

Fuel

WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Gasoline can vaporize if stored over long
periods of time.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Vaporized fuel can explode if it comes into
contact with open flame.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Do not store gasoline (fuel) over long periods of
time.
Do not store mower with fuel in the tank in an
enclosure with an open flame. (Example: a
furnace or water heater pilot light.)
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
We recommend Toro Fuel Conditioner to stabilize fuel for
storage. If possible, the last fuel fill of the year should be
treated with Toro Fuel Conditioner.
Run the fuel tank empty when mowing the last time prior
to storage. The smaller the amount of fuel in the tank, the
shorter the time required to run the fuel system dry. Run
the mower until engine stops from lack of fuel.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Place all four (4) wheels at same height
2. Sharpen and balance blade
3. Change mowing pattern
4. Clean underside of mower deck
1. Move throttle lever from SLOW to FAST position
2. Raise cutting height
3. Slow down
4. Allow grass to dry before mowing
5. Clean underside of mower deck
1. Adjust self-propelled cable
2. Clean debris from under belt cover.

Preparing the Engine

1. While the engine is still warm, drain oil from
crankcase. Refer to the Engine Oil section, page 14.
2. Remove the spark plug (Fig. 6).
3. Using an oil can, squirt about one tablespoon of oil
through spark plug hole.
4. Slowly rotate the engine several times, using the
starter rope, to distribute the oil.
5. Install spark plug but do not connect the spark plug
wire.

Cleaning the Mower

1. Clean the mower housing. Refer to the Cleaning the
Underside of the Mower Housing section, page 19.
2. Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder, cylinder
head fins, and blower housing. Also remove grass
clippings, dirt, and grime from external parts of the
engine, shrouding, and top of the mower housing.

General

1. Check the condition of the blade. Refer to the
Maintaining the Blade section, page 17.
2. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
3. Lubricate the wheels. Refer to the Lubricating the
Self–Propel Drive section, page 19.
4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces. Paint is
available from an Authorized Toro Service Dealer.
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