Toro 20332 Operator's Manual

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22in Recycler

Model No. 20332—Serial No. 316045000 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

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

which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death

if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

8111 Lyndale Avenue South

Bloomington, MN 55420

identifies the location of the

Figure 1

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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 other 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.

It is a violation of California Public Resource Code

Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on any

forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless

the engine is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in

Section 4442, maintained in effective working order or the

engine is constructed, equipped, and maintained for the

prevention of fire.

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

2),

requirements, the actual engine torque on this class of mower

will be significantly lower. Go to www.Toro.com to view

specifications on your mower model.

Form No. 3406-308 Rev A

Operator's Manual

Figure 2

WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

Original Instructions (EN)

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 Safety Introduction ..............1 This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI Safety ................2 B71.1-2012. General Safety............2 Safety and Instructional Decals ......... 3 General Safety Setup ................4 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle ..... 4 This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and 2 Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope of throwing objects.
Page 3: 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. 94-8072 132–4470 Traction Adjustment 117-2718 1.
Page 4: Setup
Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. 131–4514 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards and Assembling and Unfolding the shields in place.
Page 5: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide
Figure 4 1. Pin 2. Handle end Figure 6 Note: The pins do not show through the holes in the handle ends when the handle is in the folded position. 1. Handle knob 2. Carriage bolt 3. Unfold the handle to the operating position by rotating it rearward (Figure 5.
Page 6: Filling The Engine With Oil
Filling the Engine with Oil Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required No Parts Required Procedure Procedure 1. Slip the grass bag over the frame as shown in Figure Note: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine, but it does come with a bottle of oil.
Page 7: Product Overview
Product Overview Figure 11 1. Handle 7. Spark plug 2. Blade-control bar 8. Side-discharge deflector 3. Adjustment knob for the 9. Oil fill/dipstick self-propel drive 4. Fuel-tank cap 10. Bag-on-demand lever g027258 Figure 10 5. Air filter 11. Handle knob (2) 6.
Page 8: Operation
Filling the Fuel Tank Operation • For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline Before Operation with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). • Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE Before Operation Safety by volume is acceptable.
Page 9: Adjusting The Handle Height
5. Tighten the handle knobs as tight as you can. Adjusting the Cutting Height WARNING Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury. • Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Page 10: During Operation
Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. • Use accessories and attachments approved by The Toro Company only. Using the Self-Propel Drive Slope Safety To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands •...
Page 11: Shutting Off The Engine
Installing the Grass Bag 1. Raise and hold up the rear deflector (Figure 20). Figure 19 Note: If the machine does not freely roll backward after Figure 20 self-propelling, stop walking, hold your hands in place, and allow the machine to roll a couple of centimeters (inches) 1.
Page 12: Side-Discharging The Clippings
Figure 21 1. Bag-on-demand lever (in bagging position) • For recycling the grass and leaf clippings, press the button on the lever and move the lever rearward until the button on the lever pops up. Important: For proper operation, remove any grass clippings and debris from the bag-on-demand door and the surrounding opening (Figure...
Page 13: Operating Tips
Never store the machine or fuel container where there is cutting season begins. an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water heater or on other appliances. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade. Hauling Safety Cutting Grass •...
Page 14: Folding The Handle
Figure 24 1. Washout port 6. Turn the water on. Figure 25 7. Start the engine and run it until there are no more 1. Handle knob 2. Carriage bolt clippings that come out from under the machine. 8. Shut off the engine. 2.
Page 15: Maintenance
• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before yearly storage. Yearly or before storage 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. Maintenance Safety •...
Page 16: Preparing For Maintenance
Preparing for Maintenance 1. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug (Figure 28). Figure 28 Figure 29 1. Spark-plug wire 1. Clip 3. Air filter 2. Air-filter cover 3.
Page 17: Replacing The Blade
Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the blade properly. If you do not have a torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline. If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.
Page 18: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive
Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive. 1. Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment (Figure 34). Figure 33 Figure 34 1.
Page 19: Cleaning Under The Machine
Cleaning under the Machine 11. Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine in an enclosed area. Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING The machine may dislodge material from under the machine. • Wear eye protection. • Stay in the operating position (behind the handle) when the engine is running.
Page 20: Storage
Storage 6. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline; refer to Filling the Fuel Tank (page Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. 7. Connect the wire to the spark plug. Preparing the Machine for Storage WARNING Gasoline vapors can explode. •...
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Page 24 Countries Other than the United States or Canada This warranty is not valid in Mexico. Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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