Form No. 3323-809 Recycler Walk Power Lawn Mower Model No. 20010—200000001 and Up Model No. 20020—200000001 and Up Model No. 20021—200000001 and Up Model No. 20028—200000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Para obtener una versión gratis de este manual en español, escriba a la dirección indicada más abajo. Asegúrese de indicar el modelo y el número de serie de su producto. Pour obtenir gratuitement une version en français de ce manuel, écrivez à l’adresse ci-dessous.
Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Lawn Mower Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety and Instruction Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Unfolding the Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing the Handle Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
This manual uses two other words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention. This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. Training Safety • Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment before starting.
• Do not tilt when starting the engine or switching on the motor, unless the mower has to be tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part which is away from the operator. – If gasoline is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until gasoline vapors have dissipated. – Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. Maintenance and Storage • Keep all nuts, bolts (especially blade attachment bolts), and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. • Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the engine (motor) is running. • Always disconnect electric mowers (live operated) before cleaning, repairing, or adjusting.
Model 20021 Assembly Note: Determine the left and right sides of the lawn mower by standing in the operating position. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD • Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can pinch, stretch, or damage one or more of the cables. Unfolding the Handle Models 20010, 20020, and 20028 WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Any pinched, stretched, or damaged cable may cause an operational failure that results in an unsafe operating condition.
3. Adjust the cable. Refer to Adjusting the Self-propel Drive Cable on page 18. 2 Before Starting 1 Filling the Crankcase with Oil m–4359 The crankcase can hold 20 ounces (0.59 liters) of oil. Use only high-quality, SAE 30 or 10W30 weight detergent oil that has the American Petroleum Institute (API) “service classification” — SF, SG, SH, or SJ. Figure 4 1. Cables 2. Starter rope 5. Tighten both handle knobs securely.
Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD • When fueling, under certain circumstances, a static charge can develop, igniting the gasoline. For best results, use clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline, including oxygenated or reformulated gasoline, with an octane rating of 87 or higher. To ensure freshness, purchase only the quantity of gasoline that you expect to use in 30 days. Using unleaded gasoline results in fewer combustion deposits and longer engine life.
4. Install the fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline. Note: Do not use the primer to start a warm engine after a brief shutdown. However, cool weather may require you to prime the engine again. Operation 3. Hold the blade control bail against the upper handle (Fig. 9). Each time before you mow, make sure that the self-propel drive and the control bar operate properly. When you release the blade control bail, the engine and the blade should stop.
• Clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches, and other debris which could be picked up or hit by the blade and become thrown objects. 1 • Keep everyone, especially children and pets, away from the area of operation. 1016 • Avoid striking trees, walls, curbs, or other solid objects. Never deliberately mow over any object. Figure 13 1.
• Clean the air filter frequently. Mulching stirs up more clippings and dust which clogs the air filter and reduces engine performance. • If you mow over oak leaves, you can add lime to the grass in the spring to reduce the acidity of the leaves. • To achieve the best mulching action, set the lawn mower cutting height so the lawn mower cuts no more than a third of the grass blade or a maximum of one-inch- (25 mm) long clippings.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Service Item Each Use Service Operation Check the engine oil before each use. Engine Oil 5 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours X Drain and fill the engine crankcase with fresh oil after the first five hours of operation. Thereafter, change every 50 operating hours or yearly. X Housing Clean built-up grass clippings and dirt. Fasteners Check the blade and the engine mounting fasteners.
CAUTION POTENTIAL HAZARD • If you leave the wire on the spark plug, someone could start the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Someone accidentally starting the engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD • Disconnect the wire from the spark plug before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug. Checking the Engine Oil Level 3.
1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 29). 2. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank; refer to steps 3 and 4 of Emptying the Fuel Tank on page 19. 3. Tip the lawn mower onto its left side and secure it to prevent it from falling. 4. Place a drain pan under the lawn mower. 757 5. Remove the oil drain plug, return the lawn mower to its operating position, and allow the oil to drain into the drain pan (Fig. 16). 1 Figure 17 1.
Model 20028 4. Remove the dirt and grass clippings with a hardwood scraper. Avoid burrs and sharp edges. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. IMPORTANT: Move the blade as little as possible to avoid future starting problems. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 29). 5. Turn the lawn mower upright. 3. Loosen the screw that secures the air filter cover to the engine (Fig. 19). 6. Fill the fuel tank. 7. Connect the wire on the spark plug.
Inspecting the Blade WARNING Carefully examine the blade for sharpness and wear, especially where the flat and the curved parts meet (Fig. 22A). Because sand and abrasive material can wear away the metal that connects the flat and curved parts of the blade, check the blade before using the lawn mower. If you notice a slot or wear (Figs. 22B and 22C), replace the blade; refer to Removing the Blade on page 17. 1 POTENTIAL HAZARD • The blade is sharp.
Removing the Blade Note: You can also check the balance by using a commercially manufactured blade balancer. Grasp the end of the blade using a rag or thickly padded glove. Remove the blade bolt, the lock washer, the accelerator, and the blade (Fig. 23). 4 2. If either end of the blade rotates downward, file that end (not the cutting edge or the end near the cutting edge). The blade is properly balanced when neither end drops. 5 Installing the Blade 1.
Adjusting the Self-propel Drive Cable 1 Whenever you change the handle height, install a new self-propel drive cable, or the traction drive belt slips, adjust the self-propel drive cable. You adjust the self-propel drive cable on the handle by moving the cable jacket held by the cable support. 2 1666 1. Loosen the nut on the cable support (Fig. 27). Figure 28 1. Belt cover 2. Bolt 1 3. Lift off the cover and brush out all the debris from the belt area. 4 4. Install the belt cover.
7. Torque the spark plug to 20 N m (15 ft-lb). 3. Remove the cap from the fuel tank. 8. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 4. Use a hand pump to syphon the fuel into a clean approved gasoline container. Emptying the Fuel Tank 5. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 6. Run the engine until it stops. 1. Stop the engine and wait for it to cool down. 7. Start the engine again to make sure that all the gasoline is out of the carburetor. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 29).
PROBLEM Discharge chute plugs CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Raise the cutting height. 2. Allow the grass to dry before mowing. 3. Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck. Lawn Mower will not self-propel 1. Adjust the self-propel drive cable. 2. Clean the debris under the belt cover. Preparing the Engine Storage 1. While the engine is still warm, drain the oil from the crankcase. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil on page 13.
7. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces with paint available from an Authorized Service Dealer. Note: For short term storage, place the handle in the position shown in Figure 34. Folding the Handle WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD • Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can pinch, stretch, or damage one or more of the cables. 1684 Figure 34 WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Any pinched, stretched, or damaged cable may cause an operational failure that results in an unsafe operating condition.
9. Connect the wire onto the spark plug. 5. Remove the screw and nut from side of the lawn mower (Fig. 36). Save them for future use. Accessories 6. Install four grommets supplied with the grass catcher into the four square holes in the lawn mower (Fig. 37). 1 Your lawn mower may include accessories available from your Authorized Service Dealer. For proper installation of these accessories, follow these instructions. Rear Grass Catcher Installing the Discharge Tunnel 1.
12. Secure the front right corner of the discharge tunnel and the side opening cover with the side cover clamp removed previously and the long knob supplied with the grass catcher (Fig. 39) DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD • Thrown objects may result if the discharge door does not close completely. 1 WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury or death.
Emptying the Grass Bag 5. Pull the handle rearward until the handle latch locks in the notch in the bag door latch (Fig. 41). 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. The discharge door in the lawn mower housing is now open and the bag is locked into position. The latch should seat in the bottom of the notch. 2. Lift the door latch until it clears the bag notch and move the discharge door handle forward (Fig. 40). 3.
Using the Discharge Tunnel Plug 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 29) m–4279 3. Open the discharge door by moving handle rearward (Fig. 44) and hold it open while inserting the plug. Figure 43 1 DANGER 2 POTENTIAL HAZARD • If the side opening cover is not securely clamped in place, debris could be thrown out of the side opening. m–4360 Figure 44 1.
It is Toro's policy to design and produce high quality products. To ensure customer satisfaction, Toro has extensive warranty coverage on its products. Your Toro GTS Engine powered product has two warranty statements covering it. The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee is our standard warranty statement and is printed on the last page of this manual.
e. Failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of non-use over three months; f. Operation misuse, neglect or accidents; g. Repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than an Authorized Toro Service Dealer. 5. Special operational conditions where starting may require more than two pulls, including: a. First time starts after extended period of non-use or seasonal storage; b.
The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee Gas, Cordless, Electric, and 21” Commercial Duty Walk Mowers A Full Warranty (Limited Warranty for Commercial Use) Conditions and Products Covered Owner Responsibilities The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair any Toro Product used for normal residential purposes* if defective in materials or workmanship or if it stops functioning due to the failure of a component.
