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Toro Recycler 21485 Operator's Manual

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22in Recycler
Model No. 21485—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.

Safety-Alert Symbol

The safety-alert symbol
manual and on the machine identifies important safety
messages that you must follow to prevent accidents.
© 2023—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
Figure 1
Figure 1
(Figure
2) shown in this
Register at www.Toro.com.
Max Lawn Mower
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.
Be sure to register your machine at
www.Toro.com/register. Registration ensures
that you are notified should there be a product recall.
Your registration information is never sold or shared
with third party companies. To avoid waste and
help the environment, a discharge chute does not
come with your purchase (most customers prefer to
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recycle or bag their grass clippings). You can request
a discharge chute when you register your product
at www.Toro.com/register. Simply check the box in
the online registration form and Toro will send you a
discharge chute at no additional charge. Please allow
1 to 2 weeks for delivery.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code
Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on
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
Form No. 3464-594 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
*3464-594*
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in Mexico
All Rights Reserved
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    Simply check the box in 1. Model and serial number location the online registration form and Toro will send you a discharge chute at no additional charge. Please allow 1 to 2 weeks for delivery.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission During Operation Safety ........13 Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance, Starting the Engine ........... 13 and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through Using the Self-Propel Drive....... 13 the engine manufacturer. Shutting Off the Engine........14 Recycling the Clippings ........

  • 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. 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 6: 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 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 6...

  • Page 8: Assembling The Grass Bag

    Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g334351 Figure 7...

  • Page 9: 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...

  • Page 10: 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 11: 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. g231765 Figure 10 Adjusting the Handle Height You may raise or lower the handle to a position comfortable for you.

  • Page 12: 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 13: During Operation

    Check the grass catcher components and the discharge chute frequently for any wear or • Use your full attention while operating the deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro machine. Do not engage in any activity that parts when necessary. causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property damage may occur.

  • Page 14: 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, both the engine and blade should stop within g334136 Figure 14 3 seconds.

  • Page 15: Operating The Bag-On-Demand Lever

    • • To bag the grass and leaf clippings, press the For best performance, install a new Toro blade button on the bag-on-demand lever and move the before the cutting season begins or when lever forward until the button on the lever pops up necessary.

  • Page 16: After Operation

    After Operation Start the engine and run it for a few minutes to dry the underside of the machine to prevent it from rusting. After Operation Safety Shut off the engine, remove the electric-start button (if equipped), and allow the machine to cool before storing it in an enclosed area.

  • Page 17: Folding The Handle

    Folding the Handle WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle. • If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Hold the handle while disengaging the handle locks to avoid pinching your hands.

  • Page 18: Storing The Machine In The Vertical-Stow Position

    Storing the Machine in the Vertical-Stow Position During the mowing season or in the off-season, you decal133-8198 can store your machine in the vertical position to Figure 20 minimize storage space. DANGER Ensure that the cutting-height setting on the machine is 92 mm (3-5/8 inches) or lower. If Fuel is extremely flammable and explosive.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    • To ensure optimum performance of the machine, you must tip the machine prior to running use only genuine Toro replacement parts and out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump to remove accessories. Replacement parts and accessories the fuel. Always tip the machine onto its made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, side, with the dipstick down.

  • Page 20: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter Engine Oil Specifications Engine oil capacity 0.44 L (15 fl oz)* Service Interval: Every 25 hours Oil viscosity SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 Yearly detergent oil Unclip the top of the air-filter cover (Figure 24). API service classification SJ or higher *There is residual oil in the crankcase after you drain the oil.

  • Page 21: Replacing The Blade

    After draining the used oil, return the machine to the operating position. Carefully pour about 3/4 of the engine capacity of oil into the oil-fill tube. Wait 3 minutes for the oil to settle in the engine. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, screw it in, then remove the dipstick.

  • 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 11). Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel; refer to Filling the Fuel Tank (page 10). Connect the wire to the spark plug.
  • Page 24 While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.

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