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Toro Super Recycler 20797 Operator's Manual

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53cm Super Recycler
Model No. 20797—Serial No. 311000001 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.
Figure 1
1. Model and serial number plate
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:
Model No.
Serial No.
© 2010—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
Lawn Mower
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 2 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.
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3366-988 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 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: General Lawn Mower Safety

    General Lawn Mower Safety or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance. The following instructions have been adapted from the ISO standard 5395. Starting This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands • Do not tilt mower when starting the engine unless and feet and throwing objects.

  • Page 3: Sound Pressure

    • To ensure the best performance and safety, 1. Warning—do not operate the mower without the rear purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts discharge plug or bag in place; do not operate the mower and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and without the side discharge cover or deflector in place.
  • Page 4 115-8411 1. Unlocked 2. Locked 112-8760 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. 2. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from moving parts. 112-8867 1. Lock 2. Unlock 114-7982 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine.

  • Page 5: Assembling And Unfolding The Handle

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Assembling and unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. • Do not damage the cables when assembling and unfolding the handle.

  • Page 6: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery No Parts Required Procedure Figure 5 1. Starter rope 2. Rope guide Refer to the Charging the Battery in the Maintenance section. Note: To make the rope easier to install, squeeze the Product Overview control bar on the handle. Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure...

  • Page 7: Operation

    Specifications Model Weight Length Width Height 20797 92 lb 65 in 22 in 41 in (42 kg) (165 cm) (56 cm) (104 cm) Operation Filling the Fuel Tank Figure 10 DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A 2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and (Figure 10).

  • Page 8: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine 1. Pull the blade control bar to the handle (Figure 13). Figure 13 2. Turn the ignition key (Figure 14) or pull the recoil start handle (Figure 15). Figure 11 Note: When you pull the recoil start handle, pull it lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply (Figure 15).

  • Page 9: Stopping The Engine

    sides, and the mower will automatically keep pace with you (Figure 16). Figure 18 Figure 16 1. Discharge deflector 2. Rear discharge plug Stopping the Engine Release the blade control bar (Figure 17). Important: When you release the blade control bar, the blade should stop within 3 seconds.

  • Page 10: Bagging The Clippings

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, Figure 21 install a new Toro replacement bag. 1. Discharge deflector 2. Rear discharge plug If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it 3.

  • Page 11: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    Note: The lower rope guide releases the starter rope when you pull the recoil start handle. 2. Raise and hold up the discharge deflector. 3. Lift the grass bag up by the handle off the notches. 4. Install the rear discharge plug (Figure 24). Figure 24 1.

  • Page 12: Installing The Side Discharge Chute

    WARNING The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Installing the Side Discharge Chute 1. Unlock the side discharge door (Figure 28). Figure 26 2.

  • Page 13: Rear-Discharging The Clippings

    • For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro Figure 31 replacement blade. Cutting Grass Rear-discharging the •...

  • Page 14: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    • If there are more than 5 inches (13 cm) of leaves on the lawn, set the front cutting height one or two notches higher than the rear cutting height. • Slow down your mowing speed if the mower does not cut the leaves finely enough.

  • Page 15: Changing The Engine Oil

    1. Perform the pre-maintenance procedures; refer to 3. Tip the mower onto its side, with the air filter up, Preparing for Maintenance. to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube (Figure 37). 2. Use a screw driver to open the air filter cover (Figure 34).

  • Page 16: Lubricating The Wheel Gears

    Figure 40 2. Install a grease gun onto each fitting and gently apply 2 or 3 pumps of #2 multipurpose lithium-base grease. Figure 39 Replacing the Blade 2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet. Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Replace the blade Note: When the battery no longer holds a charge, or have it sharpened (more frequently recycle or dispose of the lead-acid battery according...

  • Page 17: Cleaning The Mower

    Cleaning the Mower Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING The mower may dislodge material from under the mower housing. • Wear eye protection. • Stay in the operating position (behind the handle) when the engine is running. • Do not allow bystanders in the area. For best results, clean the mower soon after you have completed mowing.

  • Page 18: Preparing The Mower For Storage

    Storage Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Mower for Storage WARNING Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • Do not store the mower in an enclosure near an open flame.
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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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