Form No. 3327-169 Rev C Super Recycler Walk Power Lawn Mower Model No. 20039—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. The Toro Company, Attn: Parts Dept.
Warning Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recommended Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . Checking the Engine Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning the Underside of the Housing . . . . . . . . . Servicing the Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Servicing the Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing the Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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.
• Use extra care when handling gasoline; gasoline vapors are explosive. 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. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Keep the lawn mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris buildup. Clean up any oil or fuel that spills.
99-6018 105-1280 104-7953 1. Warning 2. Read the Operator’s Manual for information on charging the battery. 3. Contains lead; do not discard. 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.
1. Remove the battery box cover (Fig. 5). 1 2 1626 1 Figure 8 m-5146 1. Dipstick Figure 5 1. Battery box 2. Battery box cover To add oil: Note: Use a flat-head screw driver to unclip the battery cover (Fig. 6). Unclip both ends of the battery cover before removing it to prevent damaging it. 1. Move the lawn mower to a level surface. 2. Clean around the dipstick (Fig. 8). 3. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out. 4. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.
Important days old. Important Do not use fuel additives other than a fuel stabilizer/conditioner. Do not use fuel stabilizers with an alcohol base such as ethanol, methanol, or isopropanol. Do not use gasoline that is more than 30 Danger 1. Clean around the fuel tank cap (Fig. 9). 1 In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property.
2 Note: If the engine does not start within 5 seconds using the electric starter, the battery charge may be too low to start the engine. If so, start the engine manually and charge the battery. Refer to Charging the Battery on page 19. 1 3 Note: If the engine fails to start after 3 attempts, repeat steps 2 through 4. m-4207 Figure 10 1. Blade control bail 2. Upper handle 3. Starter handle Stopping the Engine Release the blade control bail. Both the engine and the blade should stop.
1. To change the cutting height, pull the cutting height lever toward the wheel and move it to the desired position (Fig. 14). 1 1 788 A = 1 in. (25 mm) B = 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) C = 2 in. (51 mm) D = 2-1/2 in. (64 mm) E = 3 in. (76 mm) 1913 Figure 16 1. Pin in bag notch Figure 14 Mowing with the Grass Bag 1. Cutting height lever Warning 2. Release the cutting height lever and seat it securely in the notch.
3. Remove the bag from the lawn mower and empty the grass. Warning Danger Operating a lawn mower with its engine running at a speed greater than the factory setting can cause the lawn mower to throw a part of the blade or engine into the operator’s or bystander’s area and result in serious personal injury or death. The lawn mower can throw grass clippings and other objects through an open discharge tunnel.
• For light leaf coverage, set all the wheels at the same cutting height setting. • Slow down your mowing speed if the lawn mower does not cut the leaves finely enough. • 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. • If you mow over oak leaves, you can add lime to the grass in the spring to reduce the acidity of the oak leaves.
Caution If you leave the wire on the spark plug, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. 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. 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. 8). If the oil level is below the Add mark, add oil.
Servicing the Air Filter 4. Set the gap on the new plug to 0.020 in. (0.50 mm) (Fig. 19). Clean the pre-cleaner and replace the air filter once every season or every 25 operating hours; replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions. 1 986 Important Do not operate the engine without the air filter element; extreme engine damage will occur. Figure 19 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 1. 0.020 in. (0.50 mm) 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 11). 3.
10. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 10. Wipe up any spilled oil. 11. Recycle the used oil according to local codes. 11. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 12. Recycle the used oil according to local codes. Draining the Oil below the Lawn Mower Deck (Optional Method) Maintaining the Blade Note: You will need a 3/8-inch ratchet extension to perform this procedure. A straight, sharp blade provides the best cutting performance. Regularly inspect and sharpen the blade.
4. Tip the lawn mower on its left side (air filter up) (Fig. 22). Danger A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown into the operator’s or bystander’s area, resulting in serious personal injury or death. • Inspect the blade periodically for wear or damage. • Replace a worn or damaged blade. 757 Figure 22 Removing the Blade Important Move the blade as little as possible to avoid future staring problems. 1.
Balancing the Blade 2 1. Check the balance of the blade by placing the center hole of the blade over a nail or screwdriver shank clamped horizontally in a vise (Fig. 26). 1 281 Figure 27 1. Belt cover 1007 2. Bolts Figure 26 3. Loosen the cable support nut (Fig. 28). Note: You can also check the balance using a commercially manufactured blade balancer. 1 2 2. If either end of the blade rotates downward, file that end (not the cutting edge or the end near the cutting edge).
Lubricating the Self-propel Drive Charging the Battery Warning 1. Wipe the grease fittings on the rear cutting height levers with a clean rag (Fig. 30). 1 Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. 276 Figure 30 Charge a new or stored battery for 24 continuous hours to ensure a full charge.
Return this battery to a federal- or state-approved sealed lead (acid) battery recycler. Contact your local waste management officials for more information regarding the environmentally sound collection, recycling, and disposal of the battery. m-4217 Figure 32 Emptying the Fuel Tank 1. Stop the engine and wait for it to cool. Important Storage Drain gasoline from a cold engine only. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 11).
4. Slowly rotate the engine several times using the starter rope to distribute the oil. 3. Remove the spark plug (Fig. 11) and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow the excess oil from the cylinder. 5. Install the spark plug but do not connect the wire to the spark plug. 4. Clean the spark plug or replace it if it is cracked, broken, or if the electrodes are worn. General Information 5. Install the spark plug and torque it to 15 ft-lb (20 N m). 6.
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.