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Toro Recycler 20960 Operator's Manual

Toro Recycler 20960 Operator's Manual

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55cm Recycler
Model No. 20960-Serial No. 400000000 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
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.
© 2016-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
identifies the location of the
Figure 1
(Figure
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, please see the separate product specific
Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet.
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
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.
Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 1
Safety ........................................................................... 2
General Safety......................................................... 2
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 3
Setup ............................................................................ 4
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Guide................................................................. 5
3 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 5
4 Assembling the Grass Bag ...................................... 7
Product Overview .......................................................... 8
Specifications ......................................................... 8
Operation ..................................................................... 8
Before Operation ....................................................... 8
Before Operation Safety ........................................... 8
Filling the Fuel Tank ................................................ 9
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.................................. 9
Adjusting the Handle Height....................................10
Adjusting the Cutting Height....................................10
During Operation .....................................................10
During Operating Safety..........................................10
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Starting the Engine .................................................11
Using the Self-Propel Drive .....................................11
Using the Traction-Assist Handle .............................12
Form No. 3408-944 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3408-944* A
Printed in the USA
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    This product complies with all relevant European directives. For details, please see the separate product specific You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet. and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.

  • Page 2: Safety

    Safety Shutting Off the Engine ..........12 Recycling the Clippings ...........12 Bagging the Clippings ..........12 This machine has been designed in accordance with EN ISO Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever .......13 5395:2013. Side-Discharging the Clippings.........13 Operating Tips ............13 After Operation ............14 General Safety After Operating Safety ..........14 Cleaning under the Machine........14 This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and...

  • Page 3: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing. decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.

  • 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. Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure 1. Remove and save the 2 handle knobs and 2 carriage bolts from the handle brackets (Figure decal132-4470...

  • Page 5: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide

    g032866 Figure 4 1. Pin 2. Handle end g032869 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

    • If the oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick, carefully pour a small amount of oil into the oil-fill tube, wait 3 minutes, and repeat steps through until the oil level is at the Full mark on the dipstick.

  • 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 g027257 g027257 Figure 9 g027258 g027258 Figure 10 1. Handle 3. Grass bag 2. Frame 3. Hook the top and side channels of the bag onto the top Note: Do not slip the bag over the handle and sides of the frame, respectively (Figure...

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety signs. • Check that all guards and safety devices, such as doors and/or grass catchers, are in place and working properly. •...

  • Page 9: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Filling the Fuel Tank Checking the Engine-Oil Level • For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline Service Interval: Before each use or daily with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating 1. Move the machine to a level surface. method).

  • Page 10: Adjusting The Handle Height

    Adjusting the Handle Height You can raise or lower the handle in 1 of 2 positions that is more comfortable for you (Figure 15). g032867 Figure 15 1. Loosen both handle knobs until you can push the g033500 square edges of the carriage bolts out of the square Figure 16 holes in the handle brackets.

  • Page 11: Starting The Engine

    Authorized Service Dealer. • Use accessories and attachments approved by the The Toro® Company only. Using the Self-Propel Drive Slope Safety To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the •...

  • Page 12: Using The Traction-Assist Handle

    Using the Traction-Assist Shutting Off the Engine Handle Service Interval: Before each use or daily To shut off the engine, release the blade-control bar. The traction-assist handle (Figure 20) allows you to use your hands to control the speed of the machine instead of your Important: When you release the blade-control bar, walking speed.

  • Page 13: Operating The Bag-On-Demand Lever

    Removing the Grass Bag Side-Discharging the Clippings To remove the bag, reverse the steps in Installing the Grass Bag (page 12). Use side-discharging for cutting very tall grass. If the grass bag is on the machine and the bag-on-demand Operating the Bag-on-Demand lever is in the bagging position, move the lever to the recycling Lever position;...

  • Page 14: After Operation

    For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. General Safety • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade. • Clean grass and debris from the machine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills.

  • Page 15: Folding The Handle

    g033502 Figure 26 1. Washout port 6. Turn the water on. g032869 7. Start the engine and run it until there are no more Figure 27 clippings that come out from under the machine. 1. Handle knob (2) 2. Carriage bolt (2) 8.
  • Page 16 g032865 Figure 29 1. Handle knob (2) 2. Carriage bolt (2) 4. Loosely install the handle knobs and carriage bolts on the handle brackets. 5. To unfold the handle, refer to 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle (page...

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    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 • Check the engine-oil level and add oil as needed. • Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade-control bar. Before each use or daily •...

  • Page 18: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter Service Interval: Every 25 hours Yearly 1. Unclip the top of the air-filter cover (Figure 31). g033497 Figure 32 1. Dipstick 3. Full 2. Add 4. Tip the machine onto its side (so that the air filter is up) g033514 to drain the used oil from the oil-fill tube (Figure...

  • Page 19: Replacing The Blade

    through until the oil level is at the Full mark 5. Install the new blade and all mounting hardware on the dipstick. (Figure 35). • If the oil level is above the Full mark on the dipstick, drain the excess oil until the oil level is at the Full mark on the dipstick.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Storage 1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer (such as Toro Premium Fuel Treatment) to the fuel. 2. Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle it according to local codes, or use it in your automobile.
  • Page 21 Notes:...
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  • Page 23 The Way Toro Uses Information Toro may use your personal information to process warranty claims, to contact you in the event of a product recall and for any other purpose which we tell you about. Toro may share your information with Toro's affiliates, dealers or other business partners in connection with any of these activities. We will not sell your personal information to any other company.
  • Page 24 Failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of non-use over one month The Toro GTS Starting Guarantee does not apply when the product is used commercially. • Repairs or adjustments to correct starting difficulties due to the Some engines used on Toro Products are warranted by the engine manufacturer.

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