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Toro 20955 Operator's Manual

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55cm Recycler
Model No. 20955—Serial No. 310000001 and Up
Model No. 20956—Serial No. 310000001 and Up
Replacement parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer or at www.shoptoro.com.
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.
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 two words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
This product complies with all relevant European
directives. For details, see the separate product specific
Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet.
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.
Do not tamper with the engine controls or alter the
governor speed; doing so may create an unsafe condition
resulting in personal injury.
Safety
Improperly using or maintaining this mower can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions.
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3363-899 Rev B
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
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  • Page 1 This manual uses two words to highlight information. additional information, contact an Authorized Service Important calls attention to special mechanical Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model information and Note emphasizes general information and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 worthy of special attention.

  • Page 2: General Lawn Mower Safety

    Preparation Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with the following • While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and instructions may result in personal injury. long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.

  • Page 3: Maintenance And Storage

    – whenever you leave the lawn mower. • To ensure the best performance and safety, – before refueling. purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts – before removing the grass catcher. and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and – before making height adjustment unless accessories;...

  • 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. 104-7953 Electric-start model only 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for information on charging the battery; contains lead; do not discard. 2.

  • Page 5: Installing The Handle

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 117-1054 Electric-start model only Installing the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. •...

  • Page 6: Filling The Engine With Oil

    2. Move the handle to the operating position. oil fill tube and repeat steps through until the oil level is at the Full mark on the dipstick (Figure 4). 3. Install and tighten the handle knobs that you removed in step 1 (Figure 3). Important: Do not overfill the crankcase with oil and run the engine.

  • Page 7: Filling The Fuel Tank

    1. Grass bag 3. Battery charger (electric-start models only) 2. Side discharge chute Specifications Model Weight Length Width Height 20955 81 lb 59 in 23 in 42 in (37 kg) (150 cm) (58 cm) (107 cm) Figure 7 20956 88 lb...

  • Page 8: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be Service Interval: Before each use or daily hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from the Note: Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE 30 detergent hot muffler.

  • Page 9: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine 1. Hold the blade control bar against the handle (Figure 10). Figure 12 Note: If the mower does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Using the Self-propel Drive To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your Figure 10 sides, and the mower will automatically keep pace with...

  • Page 10: Stopping The Engine

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. Figure 14 1. Notches 3. Grass bag pin (2) If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it 2.

  • Page 11: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    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 mower. • For bagging 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 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

    • 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. Preparing for Maintenance 1.

  • Page 14: Changing The Engine Oil

    Important: Before tipping the mower to change 1. Move the mower to a level surface. the oil or replace the blade, allow the fuel tank 2. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance. to run dry through normal usage. If you must 3.

  • Page 15: Replacing The Fuse

    10. Install the dipstick into the oil fill tube securely. • A red light indicates that the charger is charging the battery. 11. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling center. • A green light indicates that the charger is fully charged or the charger is disconnected from the battery.

  • Page 16: Replacing The Blade

    Figure 26 4. Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware Figure 25 (Figure 26). 1. Fuse 2. Fuse holder 5. Install the new blade and all mounting hardware (Figure 27). 4. Replace the fuse in the fuse holder (Figure 25). Note: Your mower comes with a spare fuse in the battery compartment.

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive Cable

    Cleaning the Mower ratchet or wrench and tighten the bolt securely. This bolt is very difficult to overtighten. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Adjusting the Self-propel Drive WARNING Cable The mower may dislodge material from under the mower housing. Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if •...

  • Page 18: Preparing The Mower For Storage

    Folding the Handle Storage WARNING 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 condition. Storage • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle.
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  • Page 20 Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service The Toro® Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair the Toro Product...

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