Toro 20058 Operator's Manual

Toro 20058 Operator's Manual

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Super Recycler

Lawn Mower

Model No. 20058—Serial No. 250000001 and Up
Introduction
Read this manual 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 and have the model and serial numbers of
your product ready. The illustration below identifies
the location of the model and serial numbers on the
product. Write the numbers in the space provided
below:
Model #:
Serial #:
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the following words:
Danger signals an extreme hazard that will
cause serious injury or death if you do not follow
the recommended precautions.
Warning signals a hazard that may cause
serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor
or moderate injury if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
This manual uses two other words to highlight
information. Important: calls attention to special
mechanical information and Note: emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.
Warning
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm.
E 2005 by The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Ave., Bloomington, MN 55420, USA
)
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 this
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.
Ce système d'allumage par étincelle de véhicule est
conforme à la norme NMB-002 du Canada.
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for
information regarding The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance
and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through
the engine manufacturer.
Safety
This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade
safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn
mowers and the B71.1 specifications of the American
m-8102
National Standards Institute in effect at the time of
production.
Read and understand the contents of this manual
before the engine is ever started.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to
alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol
to avoid possible injury or death.
Improperly using or maintaining this mower
could result in injury or death. To reduce this
potential, comply with the following safety
instructions.
The following instructions have been adapted from
the ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1—2003.
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.
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved
Form No. 3352-864 Rev B
Operator's Manual
Original Instructions (EN)
Register your product at www.toro.com

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  • Page 1: Lawn Mower

    Form No. 3352-864 Rev B Super Recycler Lawn Mower Model No. 20058—Serial No. 250000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Introduction 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 this...
  • Page 2: General Operation

    General Operation Slope Operation Read, understand, and follow all instructions on Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall • the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. accidents, which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy Do not put hands or feet near or under the •...
  • Page 3 Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck • or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling. Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck • or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
  • Page 4: Safety/Instruction Decals

    Safety/Instruction 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. 104-7402 104-7403 104-7953 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for information on charging the battery; contains lead; do not discard. 2.
  • Page 5: Product Overview

    Product Overview 105-6838 m-8192 1. Upper handle 8. Primer 108-4791 2. Control bar lock 9. Spark plug 3. Upper and lower handle 10. Cutting height lever (4) knobs (4) 11. Oil fill/Dipstick 4. Battery (not shown) 12. Recoil start handle 5.
  • Page 6: Installing The Blade Control Bar

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic 1. Carefully move the upper handle forward until the sheet that covers the engine. handle halves are in line and nest together. Installing the Blade Control Install the blade control bar into the upper handle. m-8108 m-8233 m-8109...
  • Page 7: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Filling the Engine with Oil 3. Rotate the handle rearward. Important: Your mower does not come with oil in the engine. 1. Remove the dipstick. m-8109 m-8098 m-8099/m-5571 2. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level reaches the Full line on the dipstick.
  • Page 8: Installing The Fuse

    Installing the Fuse Checking the Engine Oil Level Your mower comes with a 40-amp fuse that protects the electric starter. 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully Important: You cannot start the mower with the install the dipstick. electric starter or charge the battery unless you install the fuse.
  • Page 9: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height Warning Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height. Caution If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you.
  • Page 10: Operation

    Operation Starting the Engine 3. If the mower does not start in 1 or 2 pulls (or within 5 seconds using the electric starter), press the primer button 1 or 2 times and try starting it again. 1. Firmly push in the primer 3 times Note: If the mower still does not start, contact an with your thumb,...
  • Page 11: Checking The Blade Brake Clutch Operation

    Engaging the Blade Checking the Blade Brake Clutch Operation When you start your engine, the blade does not turn. You must engage the blade to mow. Check the control bar before each use to ensure that 1. Pull the control the blade brake clutch (BBC) system is operating bar lock back.
  • Page 12: Recycling The Clippings

    Recycling the Clippings Not Using the Grass Bag 1. Move the mower onto a paved surface in a Your mower comes from the factory ready to recycle non-windy area. the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. 2. Set all 4 wheels to the E (3-1/4 inch or 8 cm) cut If the grass bag is on the mower, remove it (refer to setting.
  • Page 13: Bagging The Clippings

    Bagging the Clippings 4. Lower the rear door. Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and lock the side discharge door (refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute on page 14) before bagging the clippings.
  • Page 14: Operating Tips

    For best performance, install a new blade before • the cutting season begins. m-7195 Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro 2. Lift open the side • replacement blade. discharge door. Cutting Grass Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a •...
  • Page 15: Cutting Leaves

    Cutting Leaves Raise the cutting height on your mower. • Cut the grass more frequently. • After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn • shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full •...
  • Page 16: Preparing For Maintenance

    Preparing for Maintenance Replacing the Air Filter 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to Replace the air filter yearly; replace it more frequently stop. in dusty operating conditions. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance on page 16. 2.
  • Page 17: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil Charging the Battery Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours; change it yearly thereafter. Warning Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contaminants.
  • Page 18: Replacing The Blade

    Replacing the Blade Cleaning the Blade Brake Clutch Shield Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the blade properly. If you do not have a Clean the blade brake clutch (BBC) shield at least torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this every 25 operating hours or yearly to prevent the procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 19: Preparing The Mower For Storage

    Storage Folding the Handle 1. Remove the Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. lower handle knobs and lock washers. Warning 2. Detach the handle brackets (A) from the lower If you leave the key in the ignition switch, handle sides.
  • Page 20 A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories are available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. 3352-864 Rev B...
  • Page 21 3352-864 Rev B...
  • Page 22: The Toro Starting Guarantee

    – failure to follow proper maintenance procedures your Toro Engine will start on the first or second pull for five years – rotary mower blade striking an object from the date of purchase—if you provide the routine maintenance –...
  • Page 23 Date Hours Air Cleaner Change Oil Lubricate Wheels Check Spark Storage Used Service (does not apply (mowers only) Plug Preparation (mowers only) to two-cycle) Part No. 374-0018 Rev. E...
  • Page 24: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.

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