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Toro Super Recycler 20057 Operator's Manual

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21in Super Recycler® Lawn Mower
Model No. 20057—Serial No. 260000001 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.
Figure 2
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.
© 2006—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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.
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 National Standards
Institute in effect at the time of production.
Read and understand the contents of this manual
before you start the engine.
The safety alert symbol (Figure 2) 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.
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3354-362 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA.
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  • Page 1 Other states or federal areas may additional information, contact an Authorized Service have similar laws. Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the This spark ignition system complies with Canadian location of the model and serial numbers on the product.

  • Page 2: General Operation

    Slope Operation The following instructions have been adapted from the ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1-2003. Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, This cutting machine can amputate hands and feet and which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes throw objects.

  • Page 3: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. Important: Safety and instruction decals are located • Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged tank or container opening at all times until fueling is decals.

  • Page 4: Assembling And Unfolding The Handle

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 1. Assembling and Unfolding the Handle Figure 4 4. Rotate the handle rearward (Figure 5). Assembling and unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition.

  • Page 5: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Product Overview 2. Filling the Engine with Oil Your mower does not come with oil in the engine. 1. Remove the dipstick (Figure 7). Figure 7 2. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 7). Do not overfill.

  • Page 6: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Operation Checking the Engine Oil Level 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the dipstick (Figure 11). Filling the Fuel Tank Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others.

  • Page 7: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height Adjusting the Handle Height You may raise or lower the handle to a position comfortable for you. Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into 1. Remove the lower handle knobs that attach the handle contact with the moving blade, causing serious brackets to the lower handle ends (Figure 13).

  • Page 8: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Using the Self-propel Drive 1. Firmly push in the primer 3 times with your thumb, To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your holding the primer in for a second before releasing it hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, each time (Figure 16).

  • Page 9: Using The Traction Assist Handle

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and lock the side discharge door (refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute) before bagging the clippings.

  • Page 10: Installing The Grass Bag

    Installing the Grass Bag 1. Raise and hold up the rear door (Figure 24). Figure 24 2. Remove the rear discharge plug (Figure 24). 3. Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide (Figure 25). Figure 26 5. Lower the rear door (Figure 27). Figure 25 Note: The lower rope guide releases the starter rope when you pull the recoil start handle.

  • Page 11: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    • For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. Figure 29 • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro 2. Lift open the side discharge door (Figure 30). replacement blade. Cutting Grass • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do...

  • Page 12: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    – Set the cutting height on the front wheels one notch lower than the rear wheels. For example, set the front wheels at 2-1/4 inches (60 mm) and the rear Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if wheels at 2-3/4 inches (70 mm). you slip and contact the blade.

  • Page 13: Preparing For Maintenance

    Preparing for Maintenance 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug (Figure 33) before performing any maintenance procedure. Figure 34 1. Screws 3. Foam pre-cleaner 2. Cover 4.

  • Page 14: Lubricating The Wheel Gears

    Figure 36 4. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level Figure 39 reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 37). Do 1. Gasket not overfill. (Max. fill: 26 oz. (0.77 l), type: SAE 30W detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, 4.

  • Page 15: Replacing The Blade

    Replacing the Blade Important: A bolt torqued to 60 ft-lb (82 N⋅m) is very tight. While holding the blade with a block Important: You will need a torque wrench to install of wood, put your weight behind the ratchet or the blade properly.

  • Page 16: Preparing The Mower For Storage

    Storage 3. Rotate the handle forward (Figure 44). Important: Route the cables to the outside of the Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. handle knobs as you fold the upper handle. Preparing the Mower for Storage Gasoline vapors can explode. •...

  • Page 18: 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 19 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 20: 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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