Toro Recycler 20952 Operator's Manual

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Recycler

Model No. 20952-Serial No. 313000001 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 product properly and to avoid injury and

product damage. You are responsible for operating the

product 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 product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the

model and serial numbers on the product.

1. Model and serial number plate

Write the product model and serial numbers in the space

below:

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 serious injury or death

if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

8111 Lyndale Avenue South

Bloomington, MN 55420

48cm Lawn Mower

Figure 1

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.

For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross

horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the engine

manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1940. As configured

to meet safety, emission, and operating requirements, the

actual engine horsepower on this class of lawn mower will

be significantly lower.

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

General Lawn Mower Safety ..................................... 2

Sound Pressure ...................................................... 3

Sound Power .......................................................... 3

Hand-Arm Vibration ............................................... 3

Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 4

Setup ............................................................................ 5

1 Attaching the Handle............................................. 5

2 Assembling the Grass Bag ...................................... 5

3 Installing the Fuse................................................. 6

4 Charging the Battery.............................................. 6

5 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 6

Product Overview .......................................................... 7

Specifications ......................................................... 7

Operation ..................................................................... 8

Filling the Fuel Tank ................................................ 8

Checking the Engine Oil Level .................................. 8

Adjusting the Cutting Height .................................... 8

Adjusting the Upper Handle Height ........................... 9

Starting the Engine .................................................. 9

Using the Self-propel Drive......................................10

Stopping the Engine ...............................................10

Original Instructions (EN)

Printed in the Czech Republic

Form No. 3376-753 Rev A

Operator's Manual

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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: General Lawn Mower Safety
• Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely. comply with these safety instructions. Preparation Toro designed and tested this lawn mower to offer reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with the following • While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long instructions may result in personal injury.
Page 3: Sound Pressure
To ensure the best performance and safety, • Do not operate the engine in a confined space where purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories;...
Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals
Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. Manufacturer's Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. 110-7059 110-7178 1. Read the Operator's 4.
Page 5: Setup
Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. Attaching the Handle No Parts Required G020354 Figure 4 Procedure WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. Assembling the Grass Bag •...
Page 6: Installing The Fuse
Figure 8 3. Fuse holder 1. Screw 2. Battery cover 4. Battery 2. Insert the fuse (from the loose parts bag) into the fuse holder (Figure 9). Figure 6 Figure 9 Note: Your machine comes with a fuse in the owner's packet and another fuse in the battery box.
Page 7: Filling The Engine With Oil
Product Overview Filling the Engine with Oil Parts needed for this procedure: 0.59 l SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 detergent oil with an API (20 fl service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher (not provided with the machine) Procedure Important: The machine does not come with oil in the engine.
Page 8: Operation
Operation Filling the Fuel Tank DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or machine directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
Page 9: Adjusting The Upper Handle Height
To raise the machine, move both cutting height levers forward; 2. Move the upper handle to the desired position to lower the machine, move them rearward (Figure 13). (Figure 15). G020274 Figure 15 3. Tighten the upper handle knob firmly (Figure 16). G020273 Figure 13 1.
Page 10: Using The Self-Propel Drive
Figure 18 G020275 Figure 21 Stopping the Engine G020358 Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Ensure that Figure 19 the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade control bar. To stop the engine, release the blade control bar (Figure 22). Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Page 11: Installing The Grass Bag
Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. Figure 26 WARNING Removing the Grass Bag The blade is sharp;...
Page 12: Operating Tips
• 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 cut below the 50 mm setting unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down.
Page 13: Maintenance
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours • Check the engine oil level. •...
Page 14: Changing The Engine Oil
2. Open the cover. 3. Remove the paper air filter and the foam pre-filter (Figure 28). 4. Inspect the foam pre-filter, and replace it if it is damaged or excessively dirty. 5. Inspect the paper air filter. A. If the paper air filter is damaged or is wet with oil or fuel, replace it.
Page 15: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Lubricating the Wheel Gears Service Interval: Every 25 hours Service Interval: Yearly—Lubricate the wheel gears. 1. Remove the wheel bolts on the rear wheels and remove Always use the charger in a sheltered area and charge the the rear wheels.
Page 16: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive
Figure 35 Figure 37 Adjusting the Self-propel Drive 1. Exposed cable If your machine does not self-propel properly, adjust the self-propel drive cable. 4. Push the cable jacket upward 3 mm (1/8 inch). 1. Loosen the nut on the cable mount (Figure 36). Note: You can place a ruler against the upper side of the black cable mount and measure how far the upper end of the cable jacket moves (Figure 38).
Page 17: Cleaning The Machine
6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to WARNING 82 N-m (60 ft-lb). The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result Important: A bolt torqued to 82 N-m (60 ft-lb) is in serious personal injury. very tight. While holding the blade with a block Wear gloves when servicing the blade.
Page 18: Storage
Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Machine for Storage G020271 Figure 42 WARNING 1. Handle knob (2) 2. Upper handle knob Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. 2.
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine does not start. 1. The wire is not connected to the spark 1. Connect the wire to the spark plug. plug. 2. The fuel cap vent hole is plugged. 2. Clean the fuel cap vent hole or replace the fuel cap.
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