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Toro Recycler 20996 Operator's Manual

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53cm Recycler
Model No. 20996-Serial No. 315000001 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. It is not designed for cutting
brush or for agricultural uses.
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and
maintain your machine properly and to avoid injury and
equipment damage. You are responsible for operating the
machine properly and safely.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product
and 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 machine ready.
Figure 1
model and serial numbers on the product.
1. Model and serial number location
Write the product model and serial numbers in the following
space:
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety
messages identified by the safety alert symbol
which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death
if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
© 2014-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
identifies the location of the
Figure 1
(Figure
Register at www.Toro.com.
®
Lawn Mower
1. Safety alert symbol
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, see the separate product-specific Declaration of
Conformity (DOC) sheet.
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.
As configured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class of mower
will be significantly lower. Go to www.Toro.com to view
specifications on your mower model.
Do not tamper with the engine controls or alter the governor
speed; doing so may create an unsafe condition resulting in
personal injury.
Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 1
Safety ........................................................................... 2
General Lawn Mower Safety ..................................... 2
Sound Pressure ...................................................... 3
Sound Power .......................................................... 3
Hand/Arm Vibration .............................................. 4
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 4
Setup ............................................................................ 5
1 Unfolding the Handle............................................ 5
Guide................................................................. 5
3 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 5
5 Assembling the Grass Bag ...................................... 7
Product Overview .......................................................... 8
2),
Specifications ......................................................... 8
Operation ..................................................................... 9
Filling the Fuel Tank ................................................ 9
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.................................. 9
Adjusting the Cutting Height....................................10
Adjusting the Upper Handle Height ..........................10
Form No. 3387-970 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3387-970* A
Printed in the USA

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    This product complies with all relevant European directives. For details, see the separate product-specific Declaration of You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product Conformity (DOC) sheet. and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.

  • Page 2: Safety

    • Starting the Engine ..........11 Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for Using the Self-Propel Drive ........12 accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their Stopping the Engine ..........12 property. Mulching the Clippings ...........12 • Understand explanations for all pictograms used on the Bagging the Clippings ..........12 machine or in the instructions.

  • Page 3: Sound Pressure

    To ensure the best performance and safety, transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and and when transporting the machine to and from the area accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories;...

  • Page 4: Hand/Arm Vibration

    Hand/Arm Vibration CAUTION Long-term exposure to vibration while operating Measured vibration level for right hand = 5.1 m/s the machine may cause some numbness in the Measured vibration level for left hand = 4.8 m/s hands and wrists. Uncertainty Value (K) = 2.0 m/s Wear gloves that dampen the vibration whenever you operate the machine for an extended period of Measured values were determined according to the procedures...

  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure Figure 5 1. Step on the foot pedal and hold it down (Figure Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure Important: You must install the recoil-starter rope in...

  • Page 6: Filling The Engine With Oil

    drain the excess oil, refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 16). Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may Filling the Engine with Oil damage the engine. 6.

  • Page 7: Assembling The Grass Bag

    Figure 11 Figure 9 Note: If the lever does not latch properly, disconnect 2. Squeeze the button on the lever with your thumb, and the wire from the spark plug and check for and remove fully insert the mulch plug into the opening (Figure 10).

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Product Overview G020408 Figure 14 1. Cutting-height lever (4) 6. Recoil-start handle 2. Air filter 7. Blade-control bar 3. Fuel-tank cap 8. Upper-handle knob 4. Oil fill/Dipstick 9. Spark plug 5. Foot pedal g027157 Figure 13 3. Hook the top and side channels of the bag onto the top and sides of the frame, respectively (Figure 13).

  • Page 9: Operation

    Operation Filling the Fuel Tank 1 cm (1/2 inch) DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. g027527 • To prevent a static charge from igniting the Figure 16 gasoline, place the container and/or machine directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.

  • Page 10: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Upper Handle the Full mark on the dipstick. To drain the excess oil, refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 16). Height Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is You may raise or lower the upper handle to a position too low or too high and you run the engine, comfortable for you.

  • Page 11: Starting The Engine

    Figure 23 2. Hold the blade-control bar against the handle and pull the recoil starter (Figure 24). Figure 21 Starting the Engine Important: The machine has a safety system that prevents you from starting the machine unless you first install the mulch plug or the grass bag securely on the Figure 24 machine.

  • Page 12: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    3 seconds after Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, releasing the blade-control bar. install a new Toro replacement bag. To stop the engine, release the blade-control bar. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it Important: When you release the blade-control bar, and lock the side-discharge door;...

  • Page 13: Installing The Grass Bag

    WARNING The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Installing the Grass Bag 1. Remove the mulch plug (Figure 28).

  • Page 14: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    • For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade. Cutting Grass • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do not...

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    • When cutting grass over 15 cm (6 inch) tall, mow at the – Raise the cutting height on your machine. highest cutting-height setting and walk slower; then mow – Cut the grass more frequently. again at a lower setting for the best lawn appearance. If the grass is too long, the machine may plug and cause –...

  • Page 16: Preparing For Maintenance

    Preparing for Maintenance Replacing the Air Filter 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Service Interval: Every 25 hours 2. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug 1. Use a screw driver to open the air-filter cover (Figure (Figure 38) before performing any maintenance...

  • Page 17: Lubricating The Wheel Gears

    Figure 41 Figure 43 7. Tip the machine onto its side, with the oil-fill tube • If the oil level is below the Add mark on the down, to drain the used oil out through the oil-fill tube into the oil-drain pan (Figure 42).

  • Page 18: Lubricating The Upper Handle

    Lubricating the Upper Handle Service Interval: Yearly Lubricate the left and right sides of the upper handle with a low-viscosity silicone spray lubricant yearly or as needed. 1. Spray the outer plastic end of the inner handle (Figure 45). Figure 45 G009696 Figure 47 Note: Use the straw that comes with the spray can to...

  • Page 19: Replacing The Blade

    Figure 49 1. Cable mount 2. Cable jacket Note: Moving the cable jacket upward decreases the ground speed; moving the jacket downward increases Figure 50 the ground speed. 5. Tighten the nut firmly. 4. Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware 6.

  • Page 20: Cleaning Under The Machine

    Cleaning under the Machine Storage Service Interval: Before each use or daily Preparing the Machine for WARNING Storage The machine may dislodge material from under the WARNING machine. Gasoline vapors can explode. • Wear eye protection. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. •...

  • Page 21: Remove The Machine From Storage

    Remove the Machine from Storage 1. Check and tighten all fasteners. 2. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly by pulling the recoil-start handle to blow the excess oil from the cylinder. 3. Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque wrench to 20 N-m (15 ft-lb).

  • Page 22: Testing The Machine Safety System

    6. If the engine does not stop when you perform this test, release the control bar on the handle to stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and take your machine to an Authorized Toro Dealer to have the safety system properly repaired.
  • Page 23 The Way Toro Uses Information Toro may use your personal information to process warranty claims, to contact you in the event of a product recall and for any other purpose which we tell you about. Toro may share your information with Toro's affiliates, dealers or other business partners in connection with any of these activities. We will not sell your personal information to any other company.
  • Page 24 Toro's option, under warranty at no cost for parts and labor. Frame failure due to misuse or abuse and failure or repair required due to rust or corrosion are not covered.

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