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55cm Recycler
Model No. 20960-Serial No. 315000001 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.
© 2014-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 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.
Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 1
Safety ........................................................................... 2
General Lawn Mower Safety ..................................... 2
Sound Pressure ...................................................... 3
Sound Power .......................................................... 3
Hand/Arm Vibration .............................................. 3
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 4
Setup ............................................................................ 5
1 Installing the Handle ............................................. 5
Guide................................................................. 5
3 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 6
4 Assembling the Grass Bag ...................................... 7
Product Overview .......................................................... 8
Specifications ......................................................... 8
Operation ..................................................................... 8
Filling the Fuel Tank ................................................ 8
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.................................. 9
Adjusting the Cutting Height .................................... 9
Starting the Engine .................................................10
Using the Self-Propel Drive .....................................10
Using the Traction-Assist Handle .............................11
Form No. 3388-352 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3388-352* A
Printed in the USA
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
This product complies with all relevant European directives. For details, see the separate product-specific Declaration of You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product Conformity (DOC) sheet. and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product. -
Page 2: Safety
Gasoline Stopping the Engine ..........11 Recycling the Clippings ...........11 WARNING-Gasoline is highly flammable. Take the Bagging the Clippings ..........11 following precautions. Side-Discharging the Clippings.........13 • Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this Operating Tips ............14 purpose. Maintenance ..............15 Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ......15 •... -
Page 3: Sound Pressure
• To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and • Stop the blade if the machine must be tilted for accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories;... -
Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals
CAUTION Long-term exposure to vibration while operating the machine may cause some numbness in the hands and wrists. Wear gloves that dampen the vibration whenever you operate the machine for an extended period of time. Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. Manufacturer's Mark 1. -
Page 5: Setup
Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 131–4514 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower Installing the Handle blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place. No Parts Required 3. -
Page 6: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide
Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure Important: You must install the recoil-starter rope in the rope guide. Hold the blade-control bar to the upper handle and pull the Figure 5 recoil-starter rope through the rope guide on the handle 1. -
Page 7: Assembling The Grass Bag
Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure 1. Slip the grass bag over the frame as shown in Figure 6. g027156 Figure 6 1. Handle 3. Grass bag g027157 Figure 7 2. Frame Note: Do not slip the bag over the handle (Figure 6). 3. -
Page 8: Product Overview
Do not add oil to gasoline. Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a Model Weight Length Width Height major name-brand service station (Figure 10). 20960 37 kg 150 cm 58 cm 107 cm (81 lb) (59 in) (23 in) -
Page 9: Checking The Engine-Oil Level
tube, wait 3 minutes, and then repeat steps 3 through 5 until the oil level is at the Full mark on the dipstick. • If the oil is above the Full mark on the dipstick, 1 cm (1/2 inch) drain the excess oil until the oil level is at the Full mark on the dipstick. -
Page 10: Starting The Engine
(Figure 14). Allow the rope to return to the handle slowly. Figure 14 Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Figure 12 Using the Self-Propel Drive 1. Raise the machine 2. Lower the machine To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the Note: The cutting height settings are 25 mm (1 inch);... -
Page 11: Using The Traction-Assist Handle
Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 13) before bagging the clippings. -
Page 12: Installing The Grass Bag
Installing the Grass Bag • For bagging the grass and leaf clippings, press the button on the bag-on-demand lever, and move the lever forward 1. Raise and hold up the rear deflector (Figure 18). until the button on the lever pops up (Figure 19). Figure 19 1. -
Page 13: Side-Discharging The Clippings
Side-Discharging the Installing the Side-Discharge Chute Clippings Lift up the side deflector and install the side-discharge chute (Figure 21). Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass. If the grass bag is on the machine and the bag-on-demand lever is in the bagging position, move the lever to the recycling position;... -
Page 14: 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. Do not... -
Page 15: Maintenance
• Refer to your engine owner's manual for any additional yearly maintenance procedures. Important: Refer to your engine owner'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 hand fuel pump to remove the fuel. -
Page 16: Replacing The Air Filter
Replacing the Air Filter Service Interval: Every 25 hours 1. Use a screw driver to open the air-filter cover (Figure 23). Figure 23 Figure 25 1. Dipstick 2. Replace the air filter (Figure 24). 7. Tip the machine onto its side, with the oil-fill tube down, to drain the used oil through the oil-fill tube into the oil-drain pan (Figure 26). -
Page 17: Replacing The Blade
Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. 14. Install the dipstick into the oil-fill tube securely. 15. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling center. -
Page 18: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive
Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Cleaning under the Machine Whenever you install new self-propel cables or if the Service Interval: Before each use or daily self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive. WARNING 1. Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise to loosen The machine may dislodge material from under the the cable adjustment (Figure 28). -
Page 19: Storage
Folding the Handle Storage WARNING Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can Preparing the Machine for damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. Storage • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle. - Page 20 Notes:...
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- Page 24 Toro's option, under warranty at no cost for parts and labor. Frame failure due to misuse or abuse and failure or repair required due to rust or corrosion are not covered.