Toro 20064 Operator's Manual
Toro 20064 Operator's Manual

Toro 20064 Operator's Manual

22in recycler lawn mower
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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:
© 2009—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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 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.
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3358-988 Rev B
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
or other reproductive harm.
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
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  • Page 1 Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model Figure 2 and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers 1.
  • Page 2: General Operation

    The enclosed Engine Owner’s Manual is supplied • Do not pull machine backward unless absolutely for information regarding the US Environmental necessary. Always look down and behind before and Protection Agency (EPA) and the California while moving backward. Emission Control Regulation of emission systems, •...
  • Page 3: Safe Handling Of Gasoline

    Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an the presence of children. Children are often attracted to odorless, deadly poison that can kill you. the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
  • 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. 112-8867 1. Lock 2. Unlock 94-8072 112-8759 1.
  • Page 5: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 1. Unfolding the Handle Procedure Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating Figure 5 condition. • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle.
  • Page 6: Product Overview

    detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.) 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. Product Overview Figure 8 1.
  • Page 7: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level Operation Service Interval: Before each use or daily Filling the Fuel Tank 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the dipstick (Figure 10). Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others.
  • Page 8: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury. • Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. • Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height. If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you.
  • Page 9: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine 1. Firmly push in the primer 3 times with your thumb, holding the primer in for a second before releasing it each time (Figure 12). Figure 12 Note: If the air temperature is below 55°F (13°C), firmly push the primer in 5 times. 2.
  • Page 10: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    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 11: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    Side-discharging the Clippings Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass. If the bag is on the mower, remove it before side-discharging the clippings. The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
  • Page 12: 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 13: Cutting Leaves

    • Be aware of a potential fire hazard in very dry conditions, follow all local fire warnings, and keep the mower free of dry grass and leaf debris. • Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization. •...
  • Page 14: 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 • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours • Check the engine oil level. •...
  • Page 15: Changing The Engine Oil

    Replacing the Air Filter Service Interval: Every 25 hours Replace the air filter yearly; replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance. 1. Use a screw driver to open the air filter cover (Figure 21). Figure 21 2.
  • Page 16: Lubricating The Wheel Gears

    Lubricating the Wheel Gears Service Interval: Yearly 1. Remove the wheel bolts on the front wheels and remove the front wheels. 2. Apply a lubricating oil to the inner and outer sides of the gear as shown in Figure 25. Figure 26 4.
  • Page 17: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive Cable

    Adjusting the Self-propel Drive Cleaning the Mower Cable Service Interval: Before each use or daily Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive cable. The mower may dislodge material from under 1.
  • Page 18: Folding The Handle

    Folding the Handle Storage Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can Preparing the Mower for damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating Storage condition. • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle.
  • Page 19 Notes:...
  • Page 20: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    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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