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Toro Recycler SmartStow 20340 Operator's Manual

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22in Recycler
Model No. 20340—Serial No. 404330000 and Up
Model No. 20355—Serial No. 404330000 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.
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.
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
®
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Register at www.Toro.com.
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.
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
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance,
and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through
the engine manufacturer.
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
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the machine.
Form No. 3423-297 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3423-297* A
Printed in Mexico
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    Section 4442, maintained in additional information, contact an Authorized Service effective working order or the engine is constructed, Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire. and serial numbers of your product ready.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Changing the Engine Oil ........21 WARNING Replacing the Blade.......... 22 Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive ......23 CALIFORNIA Storage ..............23 Proposition 65 Warning Storage Safety..........23 The engine exhaust from this product Preparing the Machine for Storage ....23 Removing the Machine from Storage ....

  • Page 3: Safety

    Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI B71.1-2017. 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. Using this product for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.

  • 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 decal133-8062 133-8062 decal133-8198 133-8198 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual; 1) Add fuel up to the indicated level. 2) Tip the machine forward for storage. Decal 136-5899 is for PoweReverse ® models. decal136-5899 136-5899 1. Push the handle down to 2. Pull the handle up to move move forward.

  • Page 6: 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 condition.

  • Page 7: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide

    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. g230719 Figure 4...

  • Page 8: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Important: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil. g222533 Figure 5 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g230447 Figure 6...

  • Page 9: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Always shut off the machine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.

  • Page 10: Filling The Fuel Tank

    – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a major name-brand service station (Figure – Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel stabilizer/conditioner to fresh fuel as directed by –...

  • Page 11: Adjusting The Handle Height

    Adjusting the Handle Height Model 20355 Only You can raise or lower the handle in 1 of 3 positions that is more comfortable for you (Figure 11). g238410 Figure 11 Remove both handle knobs. Move the handle to the desired height position. Secure the handle with the previously removed handle knobs.

  • Page 12: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot muffler. Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all wheels to the same cutting height (Figure 13).

  • 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

    and your elbows at your sides, and the machine will need to adjust the self-propel drive; refer to Adjusting automatically keep pace with you (Figure 15). the Self-Propel Drive (page 23). Otherwise, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Shutting Off the Engine Service Interval: Before each use or daily To shut off the engine, release the blade-control bar.

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

    Operating the Important: For proper operation, shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, Bag-on-Demand Lever and then remove any grass clippings and debris from the bag-on-demand door and the The bag-on-demand feature allows you to either surrounding opening (Figure 18) before you...

  • Page 16: 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 17: After Operation

    After Operation After Operation Safety General Safety • Always shut off the machine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool before g009501 Figure 20 adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it. 1. Washout port • Clean grass and debris from the machine to help prevent fires.

  • Page 18: 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 19 decal133-8198 Figure 22 Ensure that the cutting-height setting on the machine is 92 mm (3-5/8 inches) or lower. If it is not, lower it; refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 12). Disengage the handle locks (Figure 23). g186013 Figure 24 g186012 Figure 23 1.

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    After performing the maintenance procedure(s), • To ensure optimum performance of the machine, connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug. use only genuine Toro replacement parts and Important: Before tipping the machine to accessories. Replacement parts and accessories change the oil or replace the blade, allow the made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, fuel tank to run dry through normal usage.

  • Page 21: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter Refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 20). Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap Service Interval: Yearly counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure 27). Unclip the top of the air-filter cover (Figure 26). g187518 Figure 27 1.

  • Page 22: Replacing The Blade

    through until the oil level on the dipstick Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware is correct. (Figure 29). • If the oil level on the dipstick is too high, Install the new blade and all mounting hardware drain the excess oil until the oil level on the (Figure 30).

  • Page 23: 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 24 Check the engine-oil level; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 10). Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel; refer to Filling the Fuel Tank (page 10). Connect the wire to the spark plug.
  • Page 25 Notes:...
  • Page 26 Notes:...
  • Page 27 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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