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Toro Recycler SmartStow 20961 Operator's Manual

Toro Recycler SmartStow 20961 Operator's Manual

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55cm Recycler
Model No. 20961-Serial No. 402100000 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.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
Important:
With your mobile device, scan the
QR code on the serial number decal to access
warranty, parts, and other product information.
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.
© 2018-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Figure 1
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Register at www.Toro.com.
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Lawn Mower with SmartStow
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, please see the separate product
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.
Do not attempt to adjust or tamper with the engine
speed control; doing so may create an unsafe
operating condition, resulting in personal injury.
Contents
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Introduction ............................................................... 1
Safety ....................................................................... 2
General Safety ................................................... 2
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 3
Setup ........................................................................ 5
1 Unfolding the Handle ....................................... 5
Rope Guide..................................................... 5
3 Filling the Engine with Oil ................................. 6
4 Assembling the Grass Bag............................... 7
Product Overview ..................................................... 8
Specifications .................................................... 8
Attachments/Accessories ................................... 8
Operation .................................................................. 8
Before Operation ................................................... 8
Before Operation Safety ..................................... 8
Form No. 3418-910 Rev C
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3418-910* C
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Authorized Service manufacturer in accordance with the Society of Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940 or J2723. As and serial numbers of your product ready.

  • Page 2: Safety

    Safety Filling the Fuel Tank ..........9 Checking the Engine-Oil Level......9 Adjusting the Cutting Height ......10 This machine has been designed in accordance with During Operation ..........10 EN ISO 5395:2013. During Operation Safety ........10 Starting the Engine ..........11 Using the Self-Propel Drive.......

  • 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. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
  • Page 4 decal131-4514b 131-4514 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand, mower blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place. 3. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand, mower blade—disconnect the spark-plug wire and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 4.

  • 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 WARNING Unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating g188439 Figure 3 condition.

  • Page 6: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide

    Move the machine to a level surface. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure 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.

  • Page 7: Assembling The Grass Bag

    Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure Slip the grass bag over the frame as shown in Figure g027258 g027257 Figure 8 Figure 7 1. Handle 3. Grass bag 2. Frame Hook the top and side channels of the bag onto the top and sides of the frame, respectively (Figure Note:...

  • Page 8: 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 certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories.

  • Page 9: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Fuel Safety • Fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can damage property. – To prevent a static charge from igniting the fuel, place the container and/or machine directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on g230458 an object.

  • Page 10: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    During Operation on the dipstick is at the correct level; refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 19). Important: If the oil level in the engine is too During Operation Safety low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine.

  • Page 11: Starting The Engine

    (Figure 14). manufacturer's recommended parts when necessary. • Use accessories and attachments approved by The Toro® Company only. Slope Safety • Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Use extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. •...

  • Page 12: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Using the Self-Propel Drive Recycling the Clippings To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. sides, and the machine will automatically keep pace If the grass bag is on the machine and the with you...

  • Page 13: Operating The Bag-On-Demand Lever

    Removing the Grass Bag To remove the bag, reverse the steps in Installing the Grass Bag (page 12). 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 14: 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.

  • Page 15: After Operation

    After Operation After Operation Safety General Safety • Clean grass and debris from the machine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills. • Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine in any enclosure. • Never store the machine or fuel container where g186136 Figure 21 there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such...

  • Page 16: Folding The Handle

    Folding the Handle Storing the Machine in the Vertical-Stow Position WARNING During the mowing season or in the off-season, you Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can store your machine in the vertical position to can damage the cables, causing an unsafe minimize storage space.
  • Page 17 decal133-8198 Figure 23 Ensure that the cutting-height setting on the machine is 35 mm (1-3/8 inches) or higher; if it is not, raise it; refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 10). g189217 Figure 25 Disengage the handle locks (Figure 24).

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    • To ensure optimum performance and continued 1. Spark-plug wire safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by After performing the maintenance procedure(s), other manufacturers could be dangerous, and connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug.

  • Page 19: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Yearly Service Interval: Yearly Unclip the top of the air-filter cover (Figure 27). Changing the engine oil is not required, but if you want to change the oil, use the following procedure.

  • Page 20: 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 fuel. If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive. Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment (Figure 32). g231390 Figure 31 g027231 Figure 32 Important: Position the curved ends of the...

  • Page 22: Storage

    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 Notes:...
  • Page 24 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.

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