Form No. 3327-161 Rev A Super Recycler Walk Power Lawn Mower Model No. 20036—Serial No. 220000001 and Up Model No. 20037—Serial No. 220000001 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. N’oubliez pas d’indiquer les numéros de modèle et de série de votre produit.
Warning Using the Grass Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recommended Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . Checking the Engine Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning the Underside of the Housing . . . . . . . . . Replacing the Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Servicing the Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
safety alert symbol 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. Write the product model and serial numbers in the space below: Model No. Serial No. General Lawn Mower Safety The following instructions have been adapted from the ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1—1998 and ISO standard 5395:1990(E).
• Stop the blade(s) if you must tilt the lawn mower for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass and when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed. • Do not operate the lawn mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. • Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating the lawn mower. • Never operate the lawn mower with damaged or missing guards or shields, or without safety devices (such as deflectors and grass catchers) in place.
• To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in a severe injury. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. • Maintain or replace safety and instruction decals when necessary. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. You could lose your footing or balance. • Do not mow on wet grass.
Safety and Instruction 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 lost. 43-8480 93-0248 99-6018 Setup Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Loose Parts DESCRIPTION QTY.
Installing the Handle 2 1 Warning 3 Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can pinch, stretch, or damage one or more of the cables. Any pinched, stretched, or damaged cable may cause an operational failure that results in an unsafe operating condition. 4 5 m-4204 • Do not pinch, stretch, or damage the cables. • Handle the cables with care when folding or unfolding the handle. • Do not use the lawn mower if one or more of the cables are pinched, stretched, or damaged.
7. If the oil level reading is below the Add mark on the dipstick, slowly pour only enough oil into the filler hole to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick. Before Starting Filling the Crankcase with Oil Important Do not overfill the crankcase with oil and run the engine; engine damage will result. Drain the excess oil until the oil level on the dipstick reads Full. The crankcase can hold 20 ounces (0.59 liters) of oil.
Operation Danger Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. When fueling, under certain circumstances, a static charge can develop, igniting the gasoline. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and damage property. Each time before you mow, make sure that the self-propel drive and the blade control bail operate properly. When you release the blade control bail, the engine and the blade should stop.
4. Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply (Fig. 6). Allow the rope return to the handle slowly. Danger Adjusting the cutting height levers could bring your hands into contact with a moving blade and result in serious injury. Note: Allow the engine to warm up for at least one minute; longer in cooler temperatures. Note: If the engine fails to start after 3 attempts, repeat steps 2 through 4.
3. Slide the hole in the bag frame onto the retaining post on the discharge tunnel (Fig. 10). 2. Pull the discharge door handle up and out of the bag notch (Fig. 11) and pull it forward until it engages the catch (Fig. 10). 4. Set the rear of the bag frame onto the lower handle. 3. Remove the bag from the mower and empty the grass. 5.
• Set the engine speed to the fastest position for the best cutting results. • For light leaf coverage, set all the wheels at the same cutting height setting. • If there are more than 5 inches (12.7 cm) of leaves on the lawn, set the front cutting height one or 2 notches higher than the rear cutting height. This makes it easier to feed the leaves under the lawn mower deck.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Interval Each Use 2Change • Check the engine oil level. Refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level on page 14. • Check the stopping time of the blade brake. The blade must stop within 3 seconds of releasing the bail; if it does not, contact an Authorized Service Dealer for repair. • Remove grass clippings and dirt from under the housing.
Scraping Method Checking the Engine Oil Level Before you use the lawn mower, ensure that the oil level is between the Add and the Full marks as shown on the dipstick (Fig. 5). If the oil level is below the Add mark, add oil. Refer to Filling the Crankcase with Oil on page 8. Warning Tipping the lawn mower may cause the fuel to leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank. Gasoline is extremely flammable, highly explosive and under certain conditions can cause personal injury or property damage.
Replacing the Air Filter 1 Replace the air filter after every 25 operating hours; replace it more frequently when you operate the lawn mower in dusty or dirty conditions. 986 Figure 14 Important Do not operate the engine without the air filter element; extreme engine damage will occur. 1. 0.030 in. (0.76 mm) 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 7). 5. Install the spark plug and the gasket seal. 3.
Maintaining the Blade blade; refer to Removing the Blade on page 17. 1 A straight, sharp blade provides the best cutting performance. Regularly inspect and sharpen the blade. A Warning 2 1 B The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury. 1 3 Wear gloves or wrap the sharp edges of the blade with a rag. C 4 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 270 Figure 17 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 7). 1. Sail 2.
Removing the Blade Note: You can also check the balance using a commercially manufactured blade balancer. 1. Grasp the end of the blade using a rag or a thickly padded glove. 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. 2. Remove the blade bolt, the lock washer, the accelerator, and the blade (Fig. 18). 4 Installing the Blade 5 1.
2. Install a grease gun onto each fitting in turn and gently apply one or two pumps of #2 multi-purpose lithium grease to each. 1 2 4 3 Important Excess grease may prevent the wheel clutch operation from properly operating. m-4205 Cleaning under the Belt Cover Figure 22 1. Cable jacket 2. Cable support 3. Nut 4. Upper handle Keep the area under the belt cover free of debris. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 4.
Folding the Handle Storage To prepare the lawn mower for off-season storage, perform the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer to Maintenance on page 13. Warning Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can pinch, stretch, or damage one or more of the cables. Any pinched, stretched, or damaged cable may cause an operational failure that results in an unsafe operating condition. Store the lawn mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover the lawn mower to keep it clean and protected.
General Information 8. Check the engine oil level. Refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level on page 14. 1. Clean the housing. Refer to Cleaning the Underside of the Housing on page 14. 9. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 2. Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder, cylinder head fins, and blower housing. Accessories 3. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the top of the housing.
Troubleshooting Toro designed and built your lawn mower for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully, and refer to Maintenance on page 13 for more information. If a problem continues, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Problem Engine does not start Engine starts hard or loses power Engine runs rough Possible Causes Corrective Action 1. The fuel tank is empty or the fuel system contains stale fuel. 1. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.
Problem Lawn mower or engine vibrates excessively Uneven cutting pattern Discharge chute plugs Lawn mower does not self-propel Possible Causes Corrective Action 1. The blade is bent or is out of balance. 1. Balance the blade. If the blade is bent, replace it. 2. The blade bolt is loose. 2. Tighten the blade bolt. 3. The underside of the lawn mower deck contains clippings and debris. 3. Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck. 4. The engine mounting bolts are loose. 4.
Gas, Cordless, Electric, and 21″ Commercial Duty Walk Mowers The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee 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.
