Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsLawn MowersToro 20955

FormNo.3428-106RevA

55cmRecycler

LawnMower

ModelNo.20955—SerialNo.404320000andUp

ModelNo.20956—SerialNo.404320000andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thisrotary-blade,walk-behindlawnmowerisintended

tobeusedbyresidentialhomeowners.Itisdesigned

primarilyforcuttinggrassonwell-maintainedlawnson

residentialproperties.Usingthisproductforpurposes

otherthanitsintendedusecouldprovedangerousto

youandbystanders.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperate

andmaintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoid

injuryandproductdamage.Youareresponsiblefor

operatingtheproductproperlyandsafely.

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safetytips,trainingmaterials,accessoryinformation,

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andwarranty.Replacementsmaybeorderedthrough

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speedcontrol;doingsomaycreateanunsafe

operatingcondition,resultinginpersonalinjury.

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Summary of content (28 pages)

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Form No. 3428-106 Rev A 55cm Recycler® Lawn Mower Model No. 20955—Serial No. 404320000 and Up Model No. 20956—Serial No. 404320000 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction g000502 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. Using this product for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.
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Contents Safety Introduction ............................................................... 1 Safety ....................................................................... 2 General Safety ................................................... 2 Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 3 Setup ........................................................................ 6 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle.............. 6 2 Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope Guide...............
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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. This mark indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. decal104-7953 104-7953 Electric-Start Model Only 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual for information on charging the battery; contains lead; do not discard. 2.
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decal125-5026 125-5026 1. Recycling mode 2. Bagging mode decal133-1900 133-1900 Electric-Start Model Only 1. Read the Operator’s Manual for more information on starting the engine—1) Insert the electric-start button into the ignition; 2) Engage the blade-control bar; 3) Push the electric-start button to start the engine. 2. Read the Operator’s Manual for more information on stopping the engine—1) Release the blade-control bar; 2) Remove the electric-start button from the ignition.
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decal131-4514 131-4514 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand, mower blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place. 3. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand, mower blade—disconnect the spark-plug wire before performing maintenance. 4. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away. 5.
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Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. Important: To prevent accidental starting, do not insert the electric-start button into the electric-start ignition (if equipped) until you are ready to start the engine. 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure Note: Ensure that the cables are routed on the outside of the handle and are not pinched (D of Figure 3).
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2 Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure Important: To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter rope in the rope guide. g230719 Figure 4 3 Filling the Crankcase with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine.
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g222533 Figure 5 4 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g230447 Figure 6 5 Charging the Battery No Parts Required Procedure Electric-Start Model Only Refer to Charging the Battery (page 22).
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Product Overview g009526 Figure 8 3. Battery charger (electric-start model only) 1. Grass bag 2. Side-discharge chute Specifications Model 20955 20956 g274818 Figure 7 1. Handle 2. Blade-control bar 9. Air filter 10. Spark plug 3. Adjustment for the self-propel drive 11.
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Operation – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the – Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. machine from the normal operating position. – Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin.
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Filling the Fuel Tank Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a major name-brand service station (Figure 9). • For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). stabilizer/conditioner to fresh fuel as directed by the fuel-stabilizer manufacturer. • Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% Refer to your engine owner’s manual for additional information.
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Adjusting the Handle Height You can raise or lower the handle in 1 of 2 positions that is more comfortable for you (Figure 11). g269686 Figure 11 1. Remove both handle knobs. 2. Move the handle to the desired height position. 3. Secure the handle with the previously removed handle knobs. Adjusting the Cutting Height CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot muffler. Adjust the cutting height as desired.
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During Operation • Use extreme care when approaching blind During Operation Safety • Do not direct the discharge material toward corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view. anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction; material may ricochet toward you. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel surfaces.
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g239637 Figure 13 Starting the Engine Using the Recoil-Start Handle 1. Hold the blade-control bar against the handle (A of Figure 14). 2. Pull the recoil-start handle (B of Figure 14). Note: When you pull the recoil-start handle, pull it lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply. Allow the rope to return to the handle slowly. Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Recycling the Clippings move the lever to the recycling position; refer to Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever (page 15). If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 16). Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.
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move the lever rearward until the button on the lever pops up. Important: For proper operation, shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and then remove any grass clippings and debris from the bag-on-demand door and the surrounding opening (Figure 18) before you move the bag-on-demand lever from 1 position to another. g235646 Figure 19 Removing the Side-Discharge Chute g027454 Figure 18 1.
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After Operation • Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the machine to plug or the engine to stall. Avoid mowing in wet conditions. After Operation Safety • Be aware of a potential fire hazard in very dry conditions, follow all local fire warnings, and keep the machine free of dry grass and leaf debris. General Safety • Alternate the mowing direction. This helps • Always shut off the machine, remove the disperse the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization.
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g033492 Figure 20 1. Washout port 6. Turn the water on. 7. Start the engine and run it until the clippings no longer come out from under the machine. g035929 Figure 21 8. Shut off the engine. 1. Electric starter 9. Shut off the water and disconnect the garden hose from the machine. 2. 10. 11. Start the engine and run it for a few minutes to dry the underside of the machine to prevent it from rusting. 2.
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g032870 Figure 23 1. Operating position 4. 2. Folded position Insert the carriage bolt (with the bolt head toward the inside) through the handle bracket and the upper hole in the handle end. Ensure that the square edges of each carriage bolt fits into the upper or lower square hole in its related handle bracket (Figure 24). g032865 Figure 24 1. Handle knob 2. Carriage bolt 5. Loosely install the handle knobs and carriage bolts on the handle brackets. 6.
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Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Before each use or daily Every 25 hours Yearly Yearly or before storage Maintenance Procedure • Check the engine-oil level and add oil as needed. • Ensure that the engine shuts off within 3 seconds after releasing the blade-control bar. • Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the machine. • Service the air filter; service it more frequently in dusty operating conditions. • Charge the battery (if equipped) for 24 hours.
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Servicing the Air Filter Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Every 25 hours Service Interval: Yearly Yearly 1. Changing the engine oil is not required, but if you want to change the oil, use the following procedure. Unclip the top of the air-filter cover (Figure 26). Note: Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. Engine Oil Specifications Engine oil capacity 0.
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Charging the Battery For Electric-Start Models Service Interval: Every 25 hours Charge the battery for 24 hours initially, then monthly (every 25 starts) or as needed. Always use the charger in a sheltered area and charge the battery at room temperature (22°C or 70°F) whenever possible. 1. Connect the charger to the wire harness located below the electric-start button (Figure 29). g032618 Figure 28 5. After draining the used oil, return the machine to the operating position. 6.
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Replacing the Fuse 4. Note: Your machine comes with a spare fuse in For Electric-Start Models the battery compartment. If the battery does not charge or the engine does not run with the electric starter, the fuse may be blown. Replace it with a 40 A plug-in type fuse. 1. Raise the rear deflector and locate the battery compartment (Figure 30). g009506 Figure 30 1. Rear deflector 3. Battery 2. Screw 4. Battery compartment 2. Wipe away any debris from the battery compartment area. 3.
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Replacing the Blade Service Interval: Yearly 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 fuel. If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately. If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened and balanced, or replace it.
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Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive For Self-Propel-Drive Models Only 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 nut counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment (Figure 34). g269307 Figure 34 1. Handle (left side) 4. Turn the nut clockwise to tighten the adjustment. 2. Adjustment nut 5. Turn the nut counterclockwise to loosen the adjustment. 3. Self-propel-drive cable 2.
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Removing the Machine from Storage Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. 1. Electric-start models only: Charge the battery for 24 hours; refer to 5 Charging the Battery (page 8). 2. Check and tighten all fasteners. 3. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly by pulling the recoil-start handle to blow the excess oil from the cylinder. 4. Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque wrench to 20 N∙m (15 ft-lb). 5.
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