Toro 20793 Super Recycler Operator's Manual
Toro 20793 Super Recycler Operator's Manual

Toro 20793 Super Recycler Operator's Manual

53cm lawn mower

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53cm Super Recycler
Model No. 20793—Serial No. 290000001 and Up
Model No. 20795—Serial No. 290000001 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.
© 2008—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®

Lawn Mower

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.
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
Improperly using or maintaining this mower can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions.
Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe
service; however, failure to comply with the following
instructions may result in personal injury.
To ensure maximum safety, best performance, and
to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential
that you and any other operator of the mower read
and understand the contents of this manual before
the engine is ever started. Pay particular attention
to the safety alert symbol (Figure 2) which means
Caution, Warning, or Danger—"personal safety
instruction." Read and understand the instruction
because it has to do with safety. Failure to comply
with the instruction may result in personal injury.

General Lawn Mower Safety

The following instructions have been adapted from EN
836.
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands
and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3361-159 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1: Lawn Mower

    Authorized Service horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model engine manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1940. and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1...
  • Page 2 following safety instructions could result in serious • Do not tilt mower when starting the engine or injury or death. switching on the motor, unless the mower has to be tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt it more than Training absolutely necessary and lift only the part, which is away from the operator.
  • Page 3: Sound Pressure

    • To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories; they may cause a safety hazard.
  • 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. 104-7908 1. Warning—do not operate the mower without the rear discharge plug or bag in place;...
  • Page 5 108-9751 Model 20795 only 1. Engine—stop 3. Engine—start 2. Engine—run 114-7982 1. Warning—read the 4. Cutting/dismemberment Operator’s Manual. hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts. 2. Thrown object 5. Cutting/dismemberment 112-8760 hazard—keep bystanders hazard of hand or foot, 1.
  • Page 6: Assembling And Unfolding The Handle

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 1. Assembling and Unfolding the Handle Procedure Figure 4 1. Washer 3. Handle end 2. Handle bolt Assembling and unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an Important: Route the cables to the outside of unsafe operating condition.
  • Page 7: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Important: Change the engine oil after the first 6. Torque the handle bolts to 120 to 160 in-lb (14 to 17 N-m). 5 operating hours ; change it yearly thereafter. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil. 7. Adjust the cutting height. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height.
  • Page 8: 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 9: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the dipstick (Figure 13). Figure 14 Figure 13 2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level Adjusting the Handle Height (Figure 13).
  • Page 10: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Starting the Engine (Model 20793 only) 1. Push the ignition toggle switch to the On (I) position (Figure 16). Figure 19 Figure 16 1. Ignition toggle switch • If the mower does not start in 1 or 2 pulls (or 5 seconds using the electric starter), press the primer 2.
  • Page 11: Engaging The Blade

    Stopping the Engine (Model Engaging the Blade 20793 only) When you start your engine, the blade does not turn. You must engage the blade to mow. Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Pull the control bar lock back (Figure 23). Push the ignition toggle switch to the Stop position (Figure 21).
  • Page 12: Disengaging The Blade

    Disengaging the Blade 3. Take a half sheet of newspaper and crumple it into a ball small enough to go under the mower housing Release the blade control bar (Figure 26). (about 3 inches or 7.6 cm in diameter). 4. Place the newspaper ball about 5 inches (13 cm) in front of the mower.
  • Page 13: Bagging The Clippings

    2. Rear discharge plug Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. 3. Pull out the rear discharge plug (Figure 30). 4. Hang the upper front edge of the bag on the notches...
  • Page 14: Removing The Grass Bag

    Figure 33 1. Discharge deflector 2. Rear discharge plug Figure 31 1. Discharge deflector 2. Grass bag Important: Ensure that the rear discharge plug is locked in place. To lock the plug, firmly push 5. Lower the discharge deflector. the plug in until it snaps into place behind the tabs, and rotate the lever on the plug to the left Removing the Grass Bag (Figure 34).
  • Page 15: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    Note: To unlock the plug, rotate the lever on the plug to the right (Figure 34). 5. Lower the discharge deflector. 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 rear discharge plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before side-discharging the clippings.
  • Page 16: Operating Tips

    2. Lift open the side discharge door (Figure 38). • 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 17: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    set the front wheels at 2–1/4 inches (6 cm) and • If there are more than 5 inches (13 cm) of leaves the rear wheels at 2-3/4 inches (7 cm). on the lawn, set the front cutting height one or two notches higher than the rear cutting height.
  • Page 18: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil tip the mower prior to running out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump to remove the fuel. Always tip Service Interval: After the first 5 hours the mower onto its side with the air filter up. Every 50 hours Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it.
  • Page 19: Replacing The Fuse

    Note: Your battery charger may have a two-color LED display that indicates the following states of charging: • A red light indicates that the charger is charging the battery. • A green light indicates that the charger is fully charged or the charger is disconnected from the battery.
  • Page 20: Cleaning The Blade Brake Clutch Shield

    Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline. If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately. If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or replace it. The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury.
  • Page 21: Preparing The Mower For Storage

    Storage 3. Attach a garden hose that is connected to a water supply to the washout port on the mower housing (Figure 51). Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Mower for Storage Gasoline vapors can explode. •...
  • Page 22: Folding The Handle

    Folding the Handle 1. Rotate the handle forward (Figure 52). Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you fold the upper handle. Figure 52 2. To unfold the handle, refer to Assembling and Unfolding the Handle in the Setup section. Removing the Mower from Storage 1.
  • Page 23 Spypros Stavrinides Limited Cyprus 357 22 434131 Surge Systems India Limited India 91 1 292299901 T-Markt Logistics Ltd Hungary 36 26 525 500 Toro Australia Australia 61 3 9580 7355 Toro Europe BVBA Belgium 32 14 562 960 374-0102 Rev D...
  • Page 24 Contact your seller to arrange service of the product. If for any reason materials or workmanship. The following time periods apply from the date it is impossible for you to contact your seller, you may contact any Toro of original purchase: Authorized Distributor to arrange service.

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