Toro Recycler 21311 Operator's Manual

21in rear bagging lawn mower

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21in Recycler
Model No. 21311—Serial No. 400000000 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.
© 2022—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
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Register at www.Toro.com.
/Rear Bagging Lawn Mower

Safety-Alert Symbol

The safety-alert symbol
manual and on the machine identifies important safety
messages that you must follow to prevent accidents.
The safety-alert symbol appears above information
that alerts you to unsafe actions or situations and
is followed by the word DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
This manual uses two other words to highlight
information. Important calls attention to special
mechanical information and Note emphasizes general
information worthy of special attention.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code
Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on
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any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered
land unless the engine is equipped with a spark
arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in
effective working order or the engine is constructed,
equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire.
The enclosed engine owner's manual is supplied
for information regarding the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance,
and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through
the engine manufacturer.
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
Form No. 3458-805 Rev A
Operator's Manual
(Figure
2) shown in this
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
*3458-805*
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in Mexico
All Rights Reserved
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation additional information, contact an Authorized Service which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model injury. and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940 or J2723. As configured to meet safety, emission, and operating requirements, the actual engine torque on this class Introduction ............... 1 of mower will be significantly lower. Please refer to Safety-Alert Symbol..........1 the engine manufacturer’s information included with Safety ...............
  • Page 3: Safety

    Safety General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury or death. • Read, understand, and follow the instructions and warnings in this Operator’s Manual and on the machine and attachments before starting the engine.
  • Page 4: 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 5: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. Installing the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition.
  • Page 6: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide

    Attach the handle to the machine using the holes at the end of the handle (B of Figure Move the handle rearward to the operating position (C of Figure Ensure that the cables are routed to the outside of the handle (D of Figure Secure the knobs and carriage bolts to lock the handle into the operating position (E of Figure...
  • Page 7: Adding Oil To The Engine

    Adding Oil to the Engine No Parts Required Procedure Important: If the oil level in the engine is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. g222533 Figure 5...
  • Page 8: Assembling The Grass Bag

    Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g407949 Figure 6 Product Overview g414596 Figure 7 1. Blade-control bar 7. Oil fill/dipstick 2. Rear deflector 8. Handle knob (2) 3. Fuel-tank cap 9. Grass bag 4. Air filter 10. Recoil-start handle 5.
  • Page 9: Specifications

    Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro – Do not handle fuel when smoking or around an distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all open flame or sparks. approved attachments and accessories.
  • Page 10: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    g230458 Figure 8 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. g222533 Figure 9...
  • Page 11: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height WARNING Adjusting the cutting-height levers could bring your hands into contact with a moving blade and result in serious injury. • Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before adjusting the cutting height. •...
  • Page 12: Starting The Engine

    • Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if discharge chute frequently for any wear or you slip and contact the blade. Avoid mowing in deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro wet conditions. parts when necessary. • Use extreme care when approaching blind...
  • Page 13: Recycling The Clippings

    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. If they do not, stop using your machine immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • 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 Machine Folding the Handle Service Interval: After each use WARNING For best results, clean under the machine soon after Folding or unfolding the handle improperly you have completed mowing. can damage the cables, causing an unsafe Lower the machine to its lowest cutting-height operating condition.
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    • To ensure optimum performance of the machine, Figure 15 use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories 1. Spark-plug wire made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty.
  • Page 17: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter Service Interval: Every 25 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first)—Service the air filter; service it more frequently in dusty operating conditions. Lift the tab to open the air-filter cover (Figure 16). g186015 Figure 16 1. Tab g186326 Figure 17 Replace the air filter.
  • Page 18: Replacing The Blade

    through until the oil level on the dipstick Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware is correct. (Figure 19). • If the oil level on the dipstick is too high, Install the new blade and all mounting hardware drain the excess oil until the oil level on the (Figure 20).
  • Page 19: Storage

    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 20 California Proposition 65 Warning Information What is this warning? You may see a product for sale that has a warning label like the following: WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm—www.p65Warnings.ca.gov. What is Prop 65? Prop 65 applies to any company operating in California, selling products in California, or manufacturing products that may be sold in or brought into California.

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