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Toro 20353 Operator's Manual
Toro 20353 Operator's Manual

Toro 20353 Operator's Manual

22in recycler lawn mower
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22in Recycler
Model No. 20353—Serial No. 315000001 and Up
Replacement parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer or at www.shoptoro.com.

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.
© 2014—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
Figure 1
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 contains a chemical or chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Important: This engine is not equipped with a spark
arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine
on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered
land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for
information regarding the US Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control
Regulation of emission systems, maintenance, and
warranty. Replacements may be ordered through the
engine manufacturer.
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.
Form No. 3388-330 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3388-330* A
Printed in the USA

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  • Page 1: Introduction

    You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. WARNING You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register CALIFORNIA your product. Proposition 65 Warning...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents This cutting machine can amputate hands and feet and throw objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. Introduction ..............1 Safety ................2 General Operation General Operation ..........2 Slope Operation ............2 •...
  • Page 3: Children

    Toro equipment, count on Toro an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water genuine parts. When it comes to reliability, Toro delivers heater or on other appliances. replacement parts designed to the exact engineering •...
  • 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. 94-8072 131-0894 Traction Adjustment 1. Attention; read the Operator's Manual—1) Loosen the knob by turning it counter clockwise;...
  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup 2. Move the handle to the operating position. 3. Install and tighten the handle knobs that you removed Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic in step 1 (Figure 3). sheet that covers the engine. Filling the Engine with Oil Installing the Handle No Parts Required No Parts Required...
  • Page 6: Assembling The Grass Bag

    Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure 1. Slip the grass bag over the frame as shown in Figure 5. g027257 Figure 5 g027258 Figure 6 1. Handle 3. Grass bag 2. Frame 3. Hook the top and side channels of the bag onto the top Note: Do not slip the bag over the handle (Figure 5).
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product Overview 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 8: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Level To lower the machine, move the front cutting-height levers forward and the rear cutting-height levers rearward. Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Clean the area around the dipstick. 3.
  • Page 9: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Using the Self-Propel Drive 1. Hold the blade-control bar against the handle (Figure To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands 12). on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the machine will automatically keep pace with you (Figure 14). Figure 14 Figure 12 Note: If the machine does not freely roll backward after...
  • Page 10: Using The Traction-Assist Handle

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it before bagging the clippings; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 12).
  • Page 11 Installing the Grass Bag Removing the Grass Bag 1. Raise and hold up the rear deflector (Figure 17). To remove the bag, reverse the steps in Installing the Grass Bag (page 11). Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever The bag-on-demand feature allows you to either collect or recycle grass and leaf clippings while the grass bag is attached to the machine.
  • Page 12: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    Figure 19 1. Clean here Side-Discharging the Clippings Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass. If the grass bag is on the machine and the bag-on-demand lever is in the Bagging position, move the lever to the Recycling position; refer to Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever (page 11).
  • Page 13: 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...
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    • Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before yearly storage. Yearly or before storage Important: Refer to your engine owner’s manual for additional maintenance procedures. Note: Replacement parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer (go to www.toro.com to find the nearest dealer) or at www.shoptoro.com. Preparing for Maintenance run dry through normal usage.
  • Page 15: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter Service Interval: Yearly 1. Upclip the top of the air-filter cover (Figure 22). Figure 23 1. Dipstick 5. Tip the machine onto its side with the air filter up to drain the used oil out through the oil-fill tube (Figure 24).
  • Page 16: 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 gasoline. If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.
  • Page 17: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Cleaning under the Machine Whenever you install new self-propel cables or if the Service Interval: Before each use or daily self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive. WARNING 1. Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise to loosen The machine may dislodge material from under the the cable adjustment (Figure 27).
  • Page 18: Storage

    Storage 2. Loosen the handle knobs until you can move the upper handle freely. Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. 3. Fold the upper handle forward as shown in Figure 29. Important: Route the cables to the outside of the Preparing the Machine for handle knobs as you fold the handle.
  • Page 19 Notes:...
  • Page 20 Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.

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