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Toro 20899 Operator's Manual

Toro 20899 Operator's Manual

53cm super bagger lawn mower
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53cm Super Bagger Lawn Mower
Model No. 20899—Serial No. 310000001 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. 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
© 2010—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
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.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
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
the 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.
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.
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.
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3363-753 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
or other reproductive harm.
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or Proposition 65 Warning additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model The engine exhaust from this product and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1...

  • Page 2: General Lawn Mower Safety

    To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions. • Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely. Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe Preparation service; however, failure to comply with the following •...

  • Page 3: Maintenance And Storage

    – before refueling. • To ensure the best performance and safety, – before removing the grass catcher. purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts – before making height adjustment unless and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and adjustment can be made from the operator’s accessories;...

  • Page 4: Sound Pressure

    Sound Pressure This unit has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 89 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 1 dBA. The sound pressure level was determined according to the procedures outlined in EN 836. Sound Power This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 98 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 1 dBA.

  • Page 5: 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. 114-2820 1. Warning—read the 4. Cutting/dismemberment Operator’s Manual.

  • Page 6: Unfolding The Handle

    Setup Filling the Engine with Oil Parts needed for this procedure: Unfolding the Handle 0.58 SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification No Parts Required quart of SH, SJ, SL, or higher (not supplied with the mower). (0.55 l) Procedure Procedure 1.

  • Page 7: Install The Mulch Plug Or Grass Bag

    Install the Mulch Plug or Grass No Parts Required Procedure You must correctly install the mulch plug (for mulching Figure 7 or side-discharging) or grass bag (for bagging) or the engine will not start. 2. Squeeze the button on the lever with your thumb The mower has a safety switch, located at the bottom and fully insert the mulch plug into the opening of a channel on the top, right rear of the mower, that...

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    10. Spark plug Figure 12 Figure 11 1. Grass bag 3. Mulch plug (installed) 2. Side discharge chute Specifications Model Weight Length Width Height 20899 80 lb 63 in 22 in 43 in (36 kg) (159 cm) (57 cm) (109 cm)

  • Page 9: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all four wheels to the same height. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Note: To raise the mower, move all 4 cutting height 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it into levers forward;...

  • Page 10: Starting The Engine

    Figure 19 Figure 16 2. Turn the fuel valve lever to the On position 3. Tighten the upper handle knob as tight as you can (Figure 20). (Figure 17). Figure 17 Figure 20 3. Hold the blade control bar against the handle and Starting the Engine pull the recoil starter (Figure 21).

  • Page 11: Stopping The Engine

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. Figure 23 WARNING The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury.

  • Page 12: Removing The Grass Bag

    Removing the Grass Bag 1. Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide (Figure 28). Figure 28 Figure 25 2. Lift the grass bag handle out from the grooves at 2. Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide the top of the mower and remove the bag from the (Figure 26).

  • Page 13: Operating Tips

    • For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro Figure 32 replacement blade. Cutting Grass 3. Install the side discharge chute and close the door onto the chute (Figure 33).

  • Page 14: Cutting Leaves

    – Set the cutting height on the front wheels one WARNING notch lower than the rear wheels. For example, Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if set the front wheels at 2 inches (51 mm) and the you slip and contact the blade. Mow only in dry rear wheels at 2-1/2 inches (64 mm).

  • Page 15: Changing The Engine Oil

    Important: Before tipping the mower to change kPa) through the side of the filter that faces the the oil or replace the blade, allow the fuel tank engine. to run dry through normal usage. If you must Note: Do not brush the dirt off the filter; brushing tip the mower prior to running out of fuel, use a forces dirt into the fibers.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Note: Use the straw that comes with the spray can indicates that the engine is full as illustrated in Figure 40. Do not overfill. (Max. fill: 0.58 quart to direct the spray. (0.55 l), type: SAE 30 detergent oil with an API 2.

  • Page 17: Replacing The Blade

    If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or replace it. WARNING The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury. Wear gloves when servicing the blade. 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance.

  • Page 18: Cleaning The Mower

    Figure 48 2. When no more clippings come out, stop the water and move the mower to a dry area. 3. Run the engine for a few minutes to dry the housing to prevent it from rusting. Storage Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Mower for Figure 47 Storage...

  • Page 19: Forward Position

    Figure 49 2. Move the handle to the upright position (Figure 50). Figure 50 Forward Position 1. With the handle in the upright position, step on the foot pedal and hold it down. 2. Move the handle all the way forward and loosen the upper handle knob (Figure 51).

  • Page 20: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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