Toro 20897 Operator's Manual

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53cm Super Bagger Lawn Mower

Model No. 20897—Serial No. 311000001 and Up

Introduction

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.

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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.

8111 Lyndale Avenue South

Bloomington, MN 55420

Figure 1

Figure 2

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.

WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

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.

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.

Form No. 3367-483 Rev B

Operator's Manual

Original Instructions (EN)

Printed in the USA

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Page 1 Form No. 3367-483 Rev B 53cm Super Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 20897—Serial No. 311000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction Figure 2 Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury 1.
Page 2 To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions. • Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely. Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe Preparation service; however, failure to comply with the following •...
Page 3: Sound Pressure
– before refueling. • To ensure the best performance and safety, – before removing the grass catcher. purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts – before making height adjustment unless and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and adjustment can be made from the operator's 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. 119-3796 1. To engage the blade, press the button. 2.
Page 5: Unfolding The Handle
Setup Unfolding the Handle 114-2820 1. Warning—read the 4. Cutting/dismemberment Operator's Manual. hazard of hand or foot, No Parts Required mower blade—stay away from moving parts. 2. Thrown object 5. Cutting/dismemberment Procedure hazard—keep bystanders hazard of hand or foot, a safe distance from the mower blade—remove 1.
Page 6: Filling The Engine With Oil
Note: If you overfill the engine, pour some oil out of it as directed in Changing the Engine Oil. 3. Install the dipstick securely. Filling the Engine with Oil Important: Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours ; change it yearly thereafter. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil.
Page 7 Figure 9 Figure 7 Note: If the lever does not latch properly, 2. Squeeze the button on the lever with your thumb disconnect the wire from the spark plug and check and fully insert the mulch plug into the opening for and remove any debris buildup in the tunnel.
Page 8: 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 mower directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
Page 9: Adjusting The Cutting Height
Figure 14 Adjusting the Upper Handle Height Figure 13 You may raise or lower the upper handle to a position comfortable for you. 2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level Note: You cannot raise the upper handle higher than (Figure 13).
Page 10: Starting The Engine
Figure 17 Figure 20 3. Pull the recoil starter (Figure 21). Starting the Engine Important: The mower has a safety switch that prevents you from engaging the blade unless you first install the mulch plug or the grass bag securely on the mower.
Page 11: Stopping The Engine
3. Engage the blade. Note: The bag should begin to inflate, indicating that the blade is engaged and rotating. 4. Release the blade control bar. Note: If the bag does not immediately deflate, the blade is still rotating. The blade stop system may be deteriorating and, if ignored, could result in an unsafe operating condition.
Page 12 Important: The mower has a safety switch that Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, prevents you from engaging the blade unless you install a new Toro replacement bag. first install the grass bag securely on the mower.
Page 13 Figure 28 Removing the Grass Bag 1. Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide Figure 31 (Figure 29). Side-discharging the Clippings Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass. If the bag is on the mower, remove it and insert the mulch plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before side-discharging the clippings.
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. Figure 33 Cutting Grass 3. Install the side discharge chute and close the door •...
Page 15 • 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 16: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours • Check the engine oil level. •...
Page 17: Changing The Engine Oil
3. Remove the air filter (Figure 38). Figure 39 4. Tip the mower onto its side, with the air filter up, Figure 38 to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube (Figure 40). 4. If the air filter is damaged or is wet with oil or fuel, replace it.
Page 18: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive
Figure 43 Adjusting the Self-propel Drive If your mower does not self-propel properly, adjust the self-propel drive cable. 1. Loosen the nut on the cable mount (Figure 44). Figure 41 6. Install the dipstick securely. 7. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling center.
Page 19: Replacing The Blade
If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or replace it. WARNING The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury. Wear gloves when servicing the blade. 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance.
Page 20 Figure 49 3. When no more clippings come out, stop the water and move the mower to a dry area. 4. Run the engine with the blade engaged for a few minutes to dry the housing to prevent it from rusting. Figure 48 1.
Page 21: Preparing The Mower For Storage
Storage Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Mower for Storage WARNING Figure 51 Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • Do not store the mower in an enclosure near an Forward Position open flame.
Page 22 Notes:...
Page 23 Spypros Stavrinides Limited Cyprus 357 22 434131 Surge Systems India Limited India 91 1 292299901 T-Markt Logistics Ltd. Hungary 36 26 525 500 Toro Australia Australia 61 3 9580 7355 Toro Europe BVBA Belgium 32 14 562 960 374-0269 Rev A...
Page 24 Countries Other than the United States or Canada 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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