Toro 21681 Operator's Manual
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48cm Super Recycler
Model No. 21681—Serial No. 407030000 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. Using this product for purposes
other than its intended use could prove dangerous to
you and bystanders.
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.
Visit www.Toro.com for more information, including
safety tips, 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.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
Important:
With your mobile device, you can
scan the QR code on the serial number decal (if
equipped) to access warranty, parts, and other
product information.
1. Model and serial number location
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.
© 2020—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
This product complies with all relevant European
directives; for details, please see the separate product
specific Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet.
Gross or 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 or J2723. As
configured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class
of mower will be significantly lower. Please refer to
the engine manufacturer's information included with
the machine.
Do not tamper with or disable safety devices on the
machine, and check their proper operation regularly.
Do not attempt to adjust or tamper with the engine
speed control; doing so may create an unsafe
operating condition, resulting in personal injury.
Important:
If you are using this machine above
1500 m (5,000 ft) for a continuous period, ensure
that the High Altitude Kit has been installed
so that the engine meets CARB/EPA emission
regulations. The High Altitude Kit increases
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engine performance while preventing spark-plug
fouling, hard starting, and increased emissions.
Once you have installed the kit, attach the
high-altitude label next to the serial decal on the
machine. Contact any Authorized Toro Service
Dealer to obtain the proper High Altitude Kit and
high-altitude label for your machine. To locate
a dealer convenient to you, access our website
at www.Toro.com or contact our Toro Customer
Care Department at the number(s) listed in your
Emission Control Warranty Statement.
Remove the kit from the engine and restore the
engine to its original factory configuration when
running the engine under 1500 m (5,000 ft). Do
not operate an engine that has been converted
Original Instructions (EN)
Form No. 3444-205 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
*3444-205*
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Summary of Contents for Toro 21681

  • Page 1: Introduction

    Society of additional information, contact an Authorized Service Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940 or J2723. As Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model configured to meet safety, emission, and operating and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    for high-altitude use at lower altitudes; otherwise, Servicing the Air Filter........17 you could overheat and damage the engine. Changing the Engine Oil ........17 Servicing the Spark Plug........18 If you are unsure whether or not your machine Replacing the Blade.......... 19 has been converted for high-altitude use, look for Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive ......
  • Page 3: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing. decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark 1. This mark indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
  • Page 4: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. g020722 Figure 5 Tighten the handle knobs firmly by hand. Unfolding the Handle Rotate the handle rearward to the operating position, and lock the handle at your desired height.
  • Page 5: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide

    Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure Important: To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter rope in the rope guide. g230719 Figure 6 Adding Oil to the Engine No Parts Required Procedure Important:...
  • Page 6: Assembling The Grass Bag

    g235721 Figure 7 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g241560 Figure 8...
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories.
  • Page 8: Operation

    Operation – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. – Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. – Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin. Before Operation Filling the Fuel Tank Before Operation Safety...
  • Page 9: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. g235721 Figure 11 Adjusting the Handle Height You may raise or lower the handle to a position comfortable for you.
  • Page 10: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose Height jewelry. • Use your full attention while operating the machine. Do not engage in any activity that DANGER causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property Adjusting the cutting-height levers could damage may occur.
  • Page 11: Starting The Engine

    • Check the grass catcher components and the discharge chute frequently for any wear or deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro parts when necessary. Slope Safety • Mow across the face of slopes; never up and g233423 down.
  • Page 12: Shutting Off The Engine

    Shutting Off the Engine Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Ensure that the engine shuts off within 3 seconds after releasing the blade-control bar. To shut off the engine, release the blade-control bar. Important: When you release the blade-control bar, the engine should shut off and the blade should stop within 3 seconds.
  • Page 13: Operating The Bag-On-Demand Lever

    Operating the Rear-Discharging the Clippings Bag-on-Demand Lever Use the rear discharge for cutting very tall grass. The bag-on-demand feature allows you to either collect or recycle grass and leaf clippings while the Note: If the grass bag is on the machine, remove grass bag is attached to the machine.
  • Page 14: Operating Tips

    General Safety plug, and examine the machine for damage. • For best performance, install a new Toro blade • Always shut off the machine, wait for all moving before the cutting season begins or when parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool before necessary.
  • Page 15: Cleaning Under The Machine

    Cleaning Under the Folding the Handle Machine WARNING Service Interval: After each use Folding or unfolding the handle improperly For best results, clean the machine soon after you can damage the cables, causing an unsafe have completed mowing. operating condition. Lower the machine to the lowest cutting-height •...
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    • To ensure optimum performance of the machine, fuel tank to run dry through normal usage. If use only genuine Toro replacement parts and you must tip the machine prior to running accessories. Replacement parts and accessories out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump to remove made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, the fuel.
  • Page 17: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter Install the cover. Service Interval: Yearly Changing the Engine Oil Press down on the latch tabs on top of the air-filter cover (Figure 25). Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Yearly Note: Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it.
  • Page 18: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 100 hours Use a Champion RL87YC spark plug or equivalent. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 24). Clean around the spark plug. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head.
  • Page 19: Replacing The Blade

    Replacing the Blade Service Interval: Yearly Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the blade properly. If you do not have a torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Examine the blade whenever you run out of fuel. If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.
  • Page 20: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Preparing the Machine for Storage On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer (such as Toro Premium Fuel Treatment) to the fuel as directed on the label. Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle it according to local codes or use it in your automobile.
  • Page 21 Perform any maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance (page 16). Check the engine-oil level; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel; refer to Filling the Fuel Tank (page Connect the wire to the spark plug.
  • Page 22 Notes:...
  • Page 23 The Toro Company (“Toro”) respects your privacy. When you purchase our products, we may collect certain personal information about you, either directly from you or through your local Toro company or dealer. Toro uses this information to fulfil contractual obligations - such as to register your warranty, process your warranty claim or to contact you in the event of a product recall - and for legitimate business purposes - such as to gauge customer satisfaction, improve our products or provide you with product information which may be of interest.

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