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22in Recycler
Model No. 20379—Serial No. 402000000 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, 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.
© 2017—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
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Register at www.Toro.com.
Lawn Mower
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,
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
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.
Gross or Net Torque: The gross or net torque
g226621
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.
Contents
Introduction ............................................................... 1
Safety ....................................................................... 2
General Safety ................................................... 2
Form No. 3418-778 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
or reproductive harm.
Original Instructions (EN)
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- Page 1 Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or or chemicals known to the State of additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model California to cause cancer, birth defects, and serial numbers of your product ready.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Safety Safety and Instructional Decals ......3 Setup ................ 5 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle....5 This machine has been designed in accordance with 2 Installing the Recoil-starter Rope in the ANSI B71.1-2012. Rope Guide............. 5 3 Filling the Engine with Oil ......... 6 4 Assembling the Grass Bag....... -
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. This mark indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. - Page 4 decal132-4470 132-4470 Traction Adjustment 1. Attention; read the 2. Scan the QR code for Operator's Manual—1) more information on Loosen the knob by turning traction adjustment. it counterclockwise; 2) Pull the cable(s) away from the engine to decrease the traction, or push the cable(s) toward the engine to increase the traction;...
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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. Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure g230890 Figure 3... -
Page 6: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide
Installing the Recoil-starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure g230180 Figure 4 Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Important: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine, but it does come with a bottle of oil. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil. -
Page 7: Assembling The Grass Bag
Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g234032 Figure 6... -
Page 8: 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 • Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety signs. •... -
Page 9: Filling The Fuel Tank
– Store fuel in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children. • Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. –... -
Page 10: Checking The Engine-Oil Level
Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. g235721 Figure 10 Adjusting the Handle Pull the knobs until the square edges of each carriage bolt fits into its related square hole. -
Page 11: 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 the cutting-height levers to the same height. g230847 Figure 12 During Operation... -
Page 12: Starting The Engine
The machine comes with freewheeling • Use accessories and attachments approved by clutches that make it easier to pull the machine The Toro® Company only. rearward. To disengage the clutches, you may need to push the machine forward about Slope Safety 2.5 cm (1 inch) or more after you release the... -
Page 13: Bagging The Clippings
Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 13). Installing the Grass Bag Raise and hold up the rear deflector (A of Figure 15). -
Page 14: Operating Tips
Clean grass and debris from the machine to help the cutting season begins. prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro • Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine replacement blade. -
Page 15: Folding The Handle
g189871 Figure 18 1. Handle knob 2. Carriage bolt Fold the handle by rotating it forward (Figure 19). g193192 Figure 17 1. Washout port Turn the water on. Start the engine and run it until the clippings no longer come out from under the machine. Shut off the engine. -
Page 16: Maintenance
To ensure optimum performance and continued After performing the maintenance procedure(s), safety certification of the machine, use only connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug. genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by Important: Before tipping the machine to... -
Page 17: Servicing The Air Filter
Servicing the Air Filter Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Yearly Service Interval: Yearly Press down on the latch tabs on top of the Note: Run the engine a few minutes before changing air-filter cover (Figure 22). the oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. -
Page 18: 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 19: 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 27). g231390 Figure 26 g027231 Figure 27 Important: Position the curved ends of the... -
Page 20: 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.