Toro Recycler S53VST Operator's Manual
Toro Recycler S53VST Operator's Manual

Toro Recycler S53VST Operator's Manual

53cm lawn mower with smartstow
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Recycler
SmartStow
Model No. 21753—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.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety-alert symbol
(Figure
2), which signals a hazard that may cause
© 2022—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
S53VST 53cm Lawn Mower with
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serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
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.
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Original Instructions (EN)
Form No. 3456-434 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
*3456-434*
Printed in Mexico
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or specific Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet. additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model Gross or Net Torque: The gross or net torque and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Introduction ............... 1 General Safety Safety ............... 2 General Safety ........... 2 This product is capable of amputating hands and Safety and Instructional Decals ......3 feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety Setup ................ 4 instructions to avoid serious personal injury or death.
  • 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. Installing the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition.
  • 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. g230180 Figure 4...
  • Page 6: 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 7: Assembling The Grass Bag

    Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g240711 Figure 6...
  • Page 8: 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 9: 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 10: 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. 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: During Operation

    Check the grass catcher components and the machine. Do not engage in any activity that discharge chute frequently for any wear or causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro damage may occur. parts when necessary. •...
  • Page 13: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Hold the blade-control bar against the handle (A of Figure 11). Pull the recoil-start handle (B of Figure 11). Note: When you pull the recoil-start handle, pull it lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply. Allow the rope to return to the handle slowly.
  • Page 14: Bagging The Clippings

    A worn grass bag could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or death. Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. WARNING The blade is sharp;...
  • Page 15: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    (Figure • 14). For best performance, install a new Toro blade before the cutting season begins or when necessary. Cutting Grass • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time.
  • Page 16: After Operation

    • If there are more than 13 cm (5 inches) of leaves When no more clippings come out, stop the on the lawn, mow at a higher cutting height and water and move the machine to a dry area. then again at the desired cutting height. Start the engine and run it for a few minutes to •...
  • Page 17 g032022 Figure 16 1. Handle knob (2) Move the handle forward as shown in Figure...
  • Page 18: Storing The Machine In The Vertical-Stow Position

    Storing the Machine in the into an approved fuel container until it is at or below the level recommended by the engine Vertical-Stow Position manufacturer. Ensure that the cutting-height setting on the During the mowing season or in the off-season, you machine is 44 mm (1-3/4 inches) or higher;...
  • Page 19: Maintenance

    • To ensure optimum performance of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty.
  • Page 20: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Every 25 hours/Yearly (whichever Service Interval: Yearly comes first) Changing the engine oil is not required, but if Pull the tab to open the air-filter cover (Figure you want to change the oil, use the following 19).
  • Page 21: 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 22: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive cable. Loosen the cable-support nut (Figure 24). g231390 Figure 23 g009692 Figure 24 1. 25 to 38 mm (1 to 1-1/2 4.
  • Page 23: Storage

    On the last refueling of the year, add fuel Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel; refer to Filling stabilizer (such as Toro Premium Fuel the Fuel Tank (page Treatment) to the fuel as directed on the label. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
  • Page 24 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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