Toro Recycler 20047 Operator's Manual
Toro Recycler 20047 Operator's Manual

Toro Recycler 20047 Operator's Manual

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22in Recycler® Lawn Mower
Model No. 20047—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. 3354-910 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA.
All Rights Reserved

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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

    then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. • Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device. •...
  • Page 4: Installing The Blade Control Bar

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 1. Installing the Blade Control Figure 5 Install the blade control bar into the upper handle (Figure 3). 3. Rotate the handle rearward (Figure 6) until it clicks into place.
  • Page 5: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Filling the Fuel Tank Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or mower directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
  • Page 6: Adjusting The Handle Height

    Checking the Engine Oil Level Adjusting the Handle Height 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the Squeeze the bottom of the handle halves together and dipstick (Figure 11). change the handle holes in which the pins are mounted, as shown in Figure 13.
  • Page 7: Stopping The Engine

    Figure 15 Note: If the air temperature is below 55°F (13°C), Figure 18 firmly push the primer in 5 times. Note: You can self-propel the mower with the blade 3. Start the engine in one of two ways: engaged or disengaged. •...
  • Page 8: Disengaging The Blade

    3. Engage the blade. Note: The bag should begin to inflate, indicating that the blade is engaged and rotating. 4. Release the blade control bar. Note: If the bag does not immediately deflate, the blade is still rotating. The blade brake clutch may be deteriorating and, if ignored, could result in an unsafe Figure 21 operating condition.
  • Page 9: Bagging The Clippings

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, To remove the bag, reverse the steps above. install a new Toro replacement bag. Side-discharging the Clippings If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and lock the side discharge door (refer to Removing the Side Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass.
  • Page 10: 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 Figure 29 • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do 2.
  • Page 11: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    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 After the rst 5 operating • Change the engine oil. hours • Check the engine oil level. •...
  • Page 12: Changing The Engine Oil

    Figure 38 Figure 35 5. Install the dipstick securely. 4. Install the cover. 6. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling Changing the Engine Oil center. Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours; Lubricating the Wheel Gears change it yearly thereafter.
  • Page 13: Cleaning The Mower

    3. Remove the 2 blade nuts and the stiffener (Figure 40). 7. Brush or blow out debris from the inside of the shield and around all the parts. 8. Install the blade brake clutch shield that you previously removed. 9. Install the blade driver that you previously removed. 10.
  • Page 14: Preparing The Mower For Storage

    Storage Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Mower for Storage Figure 43 2. Fold the upper handle forward as shown in Figure 44. Gasoline vapors can explode. Important: Route the cables to the outside of the •...
  • Page 16 Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or workmanship, or if a normal, able-bodied adult can no longer start your product’s engine in one or two pulls, follow this procedure: Contact any Authorized Toro Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership.

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