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Toro Recycler S55AWST Operator's Manual
Toro Recycler S55AWST Operator's Manual

Toro Recycler S55AWST Operator's Manual

55cm lawn mower with smartstow
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Recycler
SmartStow
Model No. 21774—Serial No. 417440000 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.
© 2024—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
S55AWST 55cm Lawn Mower with
®
Figure 1
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Register at www.Toro.com.

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.
This product complies with all relevant European
directives; for details, please see the separate product
g306581
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.
Original Instructions (EN)
Form No. 3471-171 Rev A
Operator's Manual
(Figure
2) shown in this
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
*3471-171*
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

    Safety Do not attempt to adjust or tamper with the engine speed control; doing so may create an unsafe operating condition, resulting in personal injury. General Safety Contents 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.
  • 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. Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure Note: Ensure that the cables are routed on the outside of the handle and are not pinched (D of Figure g334364 Figure 3...
  • Page 5: Installing The Blade-Control Bar

    Installing the Blade-Control Bar No Parts Required Procedure g344378 Figure 4 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. g334093 Figure 5...
  • 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 6...
  • Page 7: Assembling The Grass Bag

    Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g334351 Figure 7...
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments 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 10 Adjusting the Handle Height You may raise or lower the handle to a position comfortable for you.
  • Page 11: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height DANGER 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: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Using the Self-Propel Drive To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the machine will automatically keep pace with you (Figure 14). g334136 Figure 14 Note: If the machine does not freely roll backward after self-propelling, stop walking, hold your hands in place, and allow the machine to roll a couple of centimeters (inches) forward to disengage the wheel...
  • Page 14: Bagging The Clippings

    Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. If the bag-on-demand lever is in the recycling position, move it to the bagging position; refer to Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever (page 15).
  • Page 15: Operating The Bag-On-Demand Lever

    • For best performance, install a new Toro blade before the cutting season begins or when necessary. Cutting Grass •...
  • Page 16: After Operation

    Cleaning Under the • If there are more than 13 cm (5 inches) of leaves on the lawn, mow at a higher cutting height and Machine then again at the desired cutting height. • Slow down your mowing speed if the machine Service Interval: After each use does not cut the leaves finely enough.
  • Page 17: Storing The Machine In The Vertical-Stow Position

    Hold the handle while disengaging the handle locks to avoid pinching your hands. Disengage the handle locks until you can move the upper handle freely (A of Figure Fold the handle forward to the fully forward position (B of Figure 19).
  • Page 18 g186012 Figure 21 1. Handle lock disengaged 2. Handle lock engaged positions position Fold the handle fully forward (Figure 21). Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you fold the handle. Engage the handle locks. Lift the front of the machine by the handle and move it into a storage space (Figure...
  • Page 19: Maintenance

    1. Spark-plug wire • To ensure optimum performance of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and After performing the maintenance procedure(s), accessories. Replacement parts and accessories connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug.
  • Page 20: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter *There is residual oil in the crankcase after you drain the oil. Do not pour the entire capacity of oil into the Service Interval: Every 25 hours crankcase. Fill the crankcase with oil as directed in the following steps.
  • Page 21: Replacing The Blade

    Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, screw it in, then remove the dipstick. Read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure 25). • If the oil level on the dipstick is too low, carefully pour a small amount of oil into the oil-fill tube, wait 3 minutes, and repeat steps through...
  • Page 22: 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 23 Perform any maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance (page 19). Check the engine-oil level; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 10). Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel; refer to Filling the Fuel Tank (page Connect the wire to the spark plug.

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