Toro 20337 Operator's Manual

Toro 20337 Operator's Manual

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22in Recycler
Model No. 20337—Serial No. 314000001 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:
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.
© 2013—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
Figure 1
Register at www.Toro.com.
Lawn Mower
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.
This product contains a chemical or chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or reproductive harm.
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.
Net Torque
The gross or net torque of this engine was laboratory rated
by the engine manufacturer in accordance with the Society of
Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940. As configured to meet
safety, emission, and operating requirements, the actual engine
torque on this class of mower will be significantly lower.
Form No. 3381-194 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3381-194* A
Printed in the USA

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  • Page 1: Introduction

    You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. WARNING You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register CALIFORNIA your product. Proposition 65 Warning...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. Introduction ..............1 General Operation General Operation ..........2 Slope Operation ............2 • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the Children..............3 machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Service ..............
  • Page 3: Children

    Toro equipment, count on Toro • Never refuel the machine indoors. genuine parts. When it comes to reliability, Toro delivers • Never store the machine or fuel container where there is replacement parts designed to the exact engineering an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water specifications of our equipment.
  • 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 117–2718 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. 94-8072 112-8867 1. Lock 2.
  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. Installing the Handle No Parts Required Procedure Figure 4 WARNING 3. Install and tighten the handle knobs that you removed Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can in step 1.
  • Page 6: Filling The Engine With Oil

    steps 3 through 5 until the oil level on the dipstick is correct. • If the oil level is high, drain the excess oil until the oil level on the dipstick is correct; refer to Changing Filling the Engine with Oil the Engine Oil (page 14).
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Filling the Fuel Tank DANGER 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 machine directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
  • Page 8: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    steps 3 through 5 until the oil level on the dipstick is correct. • If the oil level is high, drain the excess oil until the oil level on the dipstick is correct; refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 14). Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine.
  • Page 9: Starting The Engine

    Using the Self-propel Drive Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it;...
  • Page 10: Operating The Bag-On-Demand Lever

    Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever The bag-on-demand feature allows you to either collect or recycle grass and leaf clippings while the grass bag is attached to the machine. • To bag the grass and leaf clippings, press the button on the bag-on-demand lever and move the lever forward until the button on the lever pops up (Figure 15).
  • Page 11: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    • 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. Do not...
  • Page 12 • Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the machine to plug or the engine to stall. WARNING Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade. Mow only in dry conditions.
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    • Refer to your engine operator's manual for any additional yearly maintenance procedures. Important: Refer to your engine operator's manual for additional maintenance procedures. Note: Replacement parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer (go to www.toro.com to find the nearest dealer) or at www.shoptoro.com. WARNING...
  • Page 14: Servicing The Air Cleaner

    Servicing the Air Cleaner Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Yearly Service Interval: After the first 5 hours 1. Press down on the latch tabs on top of the air-cleaner Yearly cover (Figure 19). Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it.
  • Page 15: Replacing The Blade

    Note: Max. fill: 0.55 L (0.58 qt or 18.6 oz), type: SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher. 7. Wait about 3 minutes for the oil to settle in the crankcase.
  • Page 16: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive Cable

    Adjusting the Self-propel Drive 1. Lower the machine to its lowest cutting-height setting. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 8). Cable 2. Move the machine onto a flat paved surface. Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the 3.
  • Page 17: Storage

    Storage 2. Fold the handle to the fully forward position as shown in Figure 27. Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you fold the handle. Preparing the Machine for Storage WARNING...
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  • Page 20: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.

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