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Toro 20995 Operator's Manual

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53cm Recycler
Model No. 20995—Serial No. 310000001 and Up
Model No. 20995—Serial No. 311000001 and Up
Model No. 20996—Serial No. 311000001 and Up
Model No. 20996—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.
1. Model and serial number plate
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:
© 2011—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Figure 1
Register at www.Toro.com.
®
Lawn Mower
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.
1. Safety alert symbol
This manual uses two words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
This product complies with all relevant European
directives. For details, see the separate product specific
Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet.
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.
Do not tamper with the engine controls or alter the
governor speed; doing so may create an unsafe condition
resulting in personal injury.
Safety
Improperly using or maintaining this mower can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions.
Form No. 3363-926 Rev E
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
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  • Page 1 Form No. 3363-926 Rev E 53cm Recycler ® Lawn Mower Model No. 20995—Serial No. 310000001 and Up Model No. 20995—Serial No. 311000001 and Up Model No. 20996—Serial No. 311000001 and Up Model No. 20996—Serial No. 310000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction Model No.

  • Page 2: General Lawn Mower Safety

    Preparation Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with the following • While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and instructions may result in personal injury. long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.

  • Page 3: Sound Pressure

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

  • 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. 110-9457 3. Unlocked 1. Engine switch Off 2.

  • Page 5: Unfolding The Handle

    Figure 3 Model 20995 shown 117-5918 1. Fast 3. Slow 2. Continuous variable setting Figure 4 Model 20995 shown 2.

  • Page 6: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Note: If you overfill the engine, pour some oil out of it as directed in Changing the Engine Oil. 3. Install the dipstick securely. Important: Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours ; change it yearly thereafter. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil.

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    2. Squeeze the button on the lever with your thumb and fully insert the mulch plug into the opening (Figure 9). Figure 11 Figure 9 Model 20995 1. Spark plug 5. Recoil start handle 3. Release the button on the lever and ensure that the 6. Blade control bar 2.

  • Page 8: Filling The Fuel Tank

    3. Mulch plug (installed) 2. Side discharge chute Specifications Figure 14 1. 1/2 inch (1 cm) Model Weight Length Width Height 20995 76 lb 57 in 22 in 39 in (34 kg) (145 cm) (56 cm) (99 cm) 20996 82 lb...

  • Page 9: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level Note: To raise the mower, move all 4 cutting height levers forward; to lower the mower, move them all Service Interval: Before each use or daily rearward (Figure 16). 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the dipstick (Figure 15).

  • Page 10: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Important: The mower has a safety system that prevents you from starting the mower unless you first install the mulch plug or the grass bag securely on the mower. 1. Install the mulch plug (Figure 20) or the grass bag (Figure 21) on the mower.
  • Page 11 Using the Self-propel Drive Model 20995 only To operate the self-propel drive, squeeze the self-propel drive bar (Figure 24) toward the handle and hold it. Figure 24 Figure 22 1. Self-propel drive bar Model 20995 only 1. Blade control bar To disengage the self-propel drive, release the self-propel drive bar.

  • Page 12: Mulching The Clippings

    Mulching the Clippings Your mower comes from the factory ready to mulch the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. If the grass bag is on the mower, remove it (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before mulching the clippings. 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 mulching the clippings.

  • Page 13: Bagging The Clippings

    Bagging the Clippings Important: The mower has a safety switch that prevents you from starting the mower unless you Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and first install the grass bag securely on the mower. 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) before bagging the clippings.
  • Page 14 Installing the Side Discharge Chute 1. Unlock the side discharge door (Figure 35). Figure 35 2. Lift open the side discharge door (Figure 36). Figure 34 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 Figure 36 mulch plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before side-discharging the clippings.

  • Page 15: Operating Tips

    • 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 16: Preparing For Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours • Check the engine oil level. •...

  • Page 17: Table Of Contents

    Figure 40 2. Replace the air filter (Figure 41). Figure 42 3. Tip the mower onto its side, with the air filter up, to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube (Figure 43). Figure 41 3. Install the cover. Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Yearly...

  • Page 18: Figure 44

    2. Apply a lubricating oil to the inner and outer sides Adjusting the Self-propel Drive of the gear as shown in Figure 45. Cable Model 20995 only Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive cable.

  • Page 19: Figure 48

    Figure 48 1. 1 to 1-1/2 inches (25 to 38 4. Cable support nut 2. Self-propel drive bar 5. Cable support G009696 3. Cable jacket Figure 49 1. Cable mount 2. Hold the self-propel bail 1 to 1-1/2 inches (25 to 38 mm) from the handle (Figure 48).

  • Page 20: Tip The Mower Onto Its Side, With The Air Filter Up

    Figure 51 1. Cable mount 2. Cable jacket Note: Moving the cable jacket upward decreases the ground speed; moving the jacket downward increases the ground speed. 5. Tighten the nut firmly. Figure 52 6. Start the mower and check the adjustment. Note: If the self-propel drive is not properly adjusted, repeat this procedure.

  • Page 21: Folding The Handle

    Figure 55 6. Remove the spark plug, add 1 oz. (30 ml) of oil Model 20995 shown through the spark plug hole, and pull the starter rope slowly several times to distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during the 3.
  • Page 22 6. If the engine does not stop when you perform this test, release the control bar on the handle to stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and take your mower to an Authorized Toro Dealer to have the safety system properly repaired.
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  • Page 24 Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service The Toro® Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair the Toro Product...

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