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Toro Super Recycler 20040 Operator's Manual

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Super Recycler
Walk Power Lawn Mower
Model No. 20040—200000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
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The Toro Company, Attn: Parts Dept., 8111 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
Form No. 3323-893
Domestic English (EN)

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  • Page 1 Pour obtenir gratuitement une version en français de ce manuel, écrivez à l’adresse ci-dessous. N’oubliez pas d’indiquer les numéros de modèle et de série de votre produit. The Toro Company, Attn: Parts Dept., 8111 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420-1196 Domestic English (EN)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Adjusting the Cutting Height ....Thank you for choosing a Toro product. We want you to Operating Tips ......

  • Page 3: Safety

    See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation instructions. and installation of accessories. Only use accessories Toro designed this lawn mower for cutting and mulching approved by the manufacturer. grass, or, when equipped with a grass bag, for catching cut Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these grass.
  • Page 4 Use extra care when approaching blind corners, For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. slopes, never up and down. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or slopes.
  • Page 5 To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. which can result in a severe injury. If you feel uneasy on a Do not use “will fit” parts and accessories; they slope, do not mow it.

  • Page 6: Safety And Instruction Decals

    Safety and Instruction Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. On Mower Housing On Mower Housing On Mower Housing (Part No.

  • Page 7: Before Starting

    2. Swing the lower handle section back and the support brackets up, aligning the brackets with the holes in the handle (Fig. 2). 3. Secure the handle to the support brackets with the two flat handle bolts and two knobs, using the height adjustment holes on the brackets that best fit your height (Fig.
  • Page 8 use in 30 days. Using unleaded gasoline results in fewer combustion deposits and longer engine life. You may use DANGER leaded gasoline if unleaded gasoline is not available. POTENTIAL HAZARD IMPORTANT: Do not add oil to the gasoline. When fueling, under certain circumstances, a IMPORTANT: Do not use methanol, gasoline static charge can develop, igniting the gasoline.

  • Page 9: Operation

    3. Fill the fuel tank with unleaded gasoline to within 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) from the top of the tank. Do not fill into the filler neck. 4. Install the fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.

  • Page 10: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Periodically file down nicks on the blade. Replace the blade when necessary with an original DANGER Toro replacement blade. Only mow dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves POTENTIAL HAZARD tend to clump on the yard and may cause the lawn Adjusting the height-of-cut levers could bring mower to plug or the engine to stall.

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    Clean or replace the air filter frequently. Mulching Sharpen the blade. stirs up more clippings and dust which clogs the air Walk at a slower pace while mowing. filter and reduces engine performance. Raise the cutting height on your lawn mower. To achieve the best mulching action, set the lawn mower cutting height so the lawn mower cuts no more Cut the grass more frequently.
  • Page 12 Each Service Item Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Clean or replace the cartridge every 100 hours or each mowing season. Replace it Air Filter— more frequently in dusty or dirty Cartridge conditions. Inspect and clean the spark plug every 25 operating hours.

  • Page 13: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Draining the Oil above the Lawn Mower Note: You need a 3/8-inch ratchet extension to perform Deck this procedure. Note: Toro recommends this procedure for draining the engine oil. WARNING 1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 10).

  • Page 14: Cleaning The Underside Of The Lawn Mower Housing

    5. Remove the oil drain plug, return the lawn mower to its operating position, and allow the oil to drain into the drain pan (Fig. 12). IMPORTANT: You may need to move the blade to get to the oil drain plug. Move the blade as little as possible to avoid future starting problems.

  • Page 15: Servicing The Air Filter

    3. Tip the lawn mower onto its left side with the air filter 9. Install the air filter cover (Fig. 15). up (Fig. 13). 10. Tighten the cover securely in place with the two knobs 4. Remove the dirt and grass clippings with a hardwood (Fig.
  • Page 16 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 10). 3. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank; refer to steps 3 and 4 of Emptying the Fuel Tank on page 18. 4. Drain the oil; refer to Changing the Engine Oil on page 13.

  • Page 17: Lubricating The Self-Propel Drive

    Installing the Blade 1. Install the blade onto the spindle and the blade driver with the curved blade tips pointing toward the lawn mower deck and the blade driver nesting in the recess of the blade (Fig. 19). 2. Install the accelerator, the lock washer, and the blade bolt (Fig.

  • Page 18: Cleaning Under The Belt Cover

    Cleaning under the Belt Cover 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Loosen the cable support nut (Fig. 23). Keep the area under the belt cover free of debris. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Toro designed and built your lawn mower for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully. If a problem continues, see your Authorized Service Dealer. PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine will not start 1. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.

  • Page 20: Storage

    Preparing the Engine Storage 1. While the engine is still warm, drain the oil from the To prepare the lawn mower for off-season storage, crankcase. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil on perform the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer page 13. to Maintenance on page 11.

  • Page 21: Folding The Handle

    Folding the Handle WARNING WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can pinch, stretch, or damage one or more of the POTENTIAL HAZARD cables. Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can pinch, stretch, or damage one or more of the WHAT CAN HAPPEN cables.

  • Page 24: The Toro Starting Guarantee

    Toro Engine will start on the first or second pull for five years from rotary mower blade striking an object; the date of purchase—if you provide the routine maintenance it re- contaminants in the fuel system;...
  • Page 25 Date Hours Air Cleaner Change Oil Lubricate Wheels Check Spark Mower Storage Used Service Plug (Does Not Apply to 2-Cycle) Rev. 12/02/1999...

  • Page 26: Federal And California Emission Control Warranty Statement

    If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and re- EGR valve body and piping system connecting to the sponsibilities or if you need a referral to a Toro Service Dealer, intake side of the engine please feel free to contact us at:...
  • Page 27 How to Get Warranty Service with the use of the Toro Products covered by this warranty, except Should you feel your Toro Product requires warranty service, con- for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a tact the dealer who sold you the product or any Authorized Service warranted part still under warranty.

  • Page 28: 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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