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Toro 20792 Operator's Manual

Toro 20792 Operator's Manual

53cm super recycler lawn mower
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53cm Super Recycler
Model No. 20792—Serial No. 290000001 and Up
Introduction
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.
Figure 1
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.
© 2008—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®

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.
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.
Safety
Improperly using or maintaining this mower can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions.
Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe
service; however, failure to comply with the following
instructions may result in personal injury.
To ensure maximum safety, best performance, and
to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential
that you and any other operator of the mower read
and understand the contents of this manual before
the engine is ever started. Pay particular attention
to the safety alert symbol (Figure 2) which means
Caution, Warning, or Danger—"personal safety
instruction." Read and understand the instruction
because it has to do with safety. Failure to comply
with the instruction may result in personal injury.

General Lawn Mower Safety

The following instructions have been adapted from the
ISO standard 5395.
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands
and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3361-149 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1: Lawn Mower

    Authorized Service horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model engine manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1940. and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1...
  • Page 2 Training absolutely necessary and lift only the part, which is away from the operator. • Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. • Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet well away •...

  • Page 3: Sound Pressure

    • To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories; they may cause a safety hazard.

  • 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. 112-8760 1. Thrown object hazard—stay a safe distance from the machine.

  • Page 5: Assembling And Unfolding The Handle

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 1. Assembling and Unfolding 114-7982 the Handle 1. Warning—read the 4. Cutting/dismemberment Operator’s Manual. hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away Procedure from moving parts. 2. Thrown object 5.

  • Page 6: Filling The Engine With Oil

    2. Installing the Starter Rope Procedure Pull the starter rope through the rope guide on the handle (Figure 5). Figure 5 1. Starter rope 2. Rope guide Note: To make the rope easier to install, squeeze the control bar on the handle. 3.

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Filling the Fuel Tank 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 mower 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 Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the dipstick (Figure 10). Figure 11 Figure 10 2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level Adjusting the Handle Height (Figure 10).

  • Page 9: Recycling The Clippings

    Starting the Engine Stopping the Engine 1. Pull the blade control bar to the handle (Figure 13). Release the blade control bar (Figure 16). Important: When you release the blade control bar, the blade should stop within 3 seconds. If it does not stop properly, stop using your mower immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

  • Page 10: Bagging The Clippings

    2. Rear discharge plug Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. 3. Pull out the rear discharge plug (Figure 20). 4. Hang the upper front edge of the bag on the notches...

  • Page 11: Removing The Grass Bag

    Figure 23 1. Discharge deflector 2. Rear discharge plug Figure 21 1. Discharge deflector 2. Grass bag Important: Ensure that the rear discharge plug is locked in place. To lock the plug, firmly push 5. Lower the discharge deflector. the plug in until it snaps into place behind the tabs, and rotate the lever on the plug to the left Removing the Grass Bag (Figure 24).

  • Page 12: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    Note: To unlock the plug, rotate the lever on the plug to the right (Figure 24). 5. Lower the discharge deflector. Side-discharging the Clippings Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass. If the bag is on the mower, remove it and insert the rear discharge plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before side-discharging the clippings.

  • Page 13: Operating Tips

    2. Lift open the side discharge door (Figure 28). • 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 14: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    set the front wheels at 2-1/4 inches (60 mm) and • If there are more than 5 inches (13 cm) of leaves the rear wheels at 2-3/4 inches (70 mm). on the lawn, set the front cutting height one or two notches higher than the rear cutting height.

  • Page 15: Replacing The Air Filter

    2. Remove the dipstick (Figure 34). Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak. Gasoline is flammable, explosive and can cause personal injury. Run the engine dry or remove the gasoline with a hand pump; never siphon. Replacing the Air Filter Figure 34 Service Interval: Yearly 1.

  • Page 16: Lubricating The Wheel Gears

    Lubricating the Wheel Gears Service Interval: Yearly Self-propel models only 1. Wipe the grease fittings just inside the rear wheels with a clean rag (Figure 37). Figure 37 2. Install a grease gun onto each fitting and gently apply Figure 38 2 or 3 pumps of #2 multi-purpose lithium-base grease.

  • Page 17: Preparing The Mower For Storage

    Storage 1. Lower the mower to its lowest cutting height setting. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height. Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. 2. Move the mower onto a flat paved surface. 3. Attach a garden hose that is connected to a water Preparing the Mower for supply to the washout port on the mower housing (Figure 39).

  • Page 18: Folding The Handle

    Folding the Handle 1. Rotate the handle forward (Figure 40). Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you fold the upper handle. Figure 40 2. To unfold the handle, refer to Assembling and Unfolding the Handle in the Setup section. Removing the Mower from Storage 1.
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  • Page 20 Contact your seller to arrange service of the product. If for any reason materials or workmanship. The following time periods apply from the date it is impossible for you to contact your seller, you may contact any Toro of original purchase: Authorized Distributor to arrange service.

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