FORM NO. 3320-737 OPERATOR'’S MANUAL MODEL NG, 26213 & UP Romero (MODEL NQ. 20214 (0.53 M) RECYCLER® J MOWER A\ SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which is an cordless, deadly poison. Carbon monoxide is also known to the State of California to cause birth defects. Do not run engine indoors or in an enclosed area. BEFORE OPERATING 1. Read this manual carefully before operating the mower. Become familiar with the controls and proper use of the mower.
A\ SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 18, Stop the engine before adjusting the height-of-cut. 17. Stop the engine when Crossing & gravel driveway, road, or sidewalk. 18. Stop engine before leaving the operator's position—behind the handle. Disconnect wire from spark plug if mower will be unattended or not used. 18. Do not touch engine while it is running or shortly after it is stopped because engine will be hat enough to cause a burn. 20. Refuse! only after engine is cool. MAINTENANCE 21.
A\ SAFETY SYMBOL GLOSSARY vOS @ & Safety alert Keep hands and feet away Keep hands and Engine speed from rotating blade feet away from blade (Throttles) Traction drive Traction drive ENGAGED DISENGAGED Keep bystanders from area being mowed @fi* o BB Fast Slow Pull fingertip starter, Stop engine before Squeeze control bar leaving operator position a against handle to drive N @ Locked Unlocked . \/ (3’ N Squeeze control bar against handle to drive .
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Note; Determine left and right hand sides of the unit by standing in the op~ aerator's position. INSTALL HANDLE AND STARTER ROPE 1, The sift handle knob is shipped from the factory on the outside of the handier {Fig. 1). Remove the left knob and bolt. Reinstall knob and bolt on inside of candle (Fig. 2 & 3). Both handle knobs should be positioned on the inside of the handles. RIGHT {Model 20214) Figure 1 2. Align handier and tighten handle knobs.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS STARTER Figure 4 INSTALL DISCHARGE TUNNEL PLUG 1. Open the discharge door by pulling forward on the handle and moving it rearwards (Fig. 5). Hold the discharge doer handle to prevent the springboard door from closing while inserting the plug. 2. Since the plug is slightly wider than the discharge tunnel opening, rotate the plug clockwise slightly while inserting it {Fig. 5). Make sure the arrow on the plug decal is pointing upwards. 3.
BEFORE OPERATING FILL CRANKCASE WITH Ol Initially, crankcase must be filled with 20 ounces (0.6 L) of SAE 30 oil. Use of multi-viscosity ifs {10W-30, etc.) above 40°F {4°C) will result in high oil consumption and possible engine damage. Use any high quality detergent oil having the American Petroleum Institute (AP} “service classification”— Before each use, ensure oil level is between FULL and ADD marks on dipstick {Fig. 7). Add oil i level is low. 1.
BEFORE OPERATING 2. Reinstall fuel tank cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline. Toto also recommends that Toto Stabilizer/Conditioner be used regularly in all Toto gasoline powered products during operation and storage seasons. Toto Stabilizer/Conditioner cleans the engine during operation and prevents gum-like varnish deposits from forming in the engine during periods of storage. IMPORTANT: DO NOT MIX Ot WITH THE GASOLINE.
RECYCLER® MOWER TIP KICKER PLUG A\ WARNING Figure 10 The plug, however, is a removable part, just as the grass bag and optional side discharge chute are removable parts. You cannot use the plug in combination with either the grass bag or the side discharge chute. It is possible to mow without using the pig by closing the discharge tunnel door. However, your lawn appearance will be much more satisfactory if you use the plug as it has an additional kicker (Fig.
RECYCLER® MOWER TIPS i the finished cut lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try one or more of the following: ® Sharpen the blade ® Walk at a slower pace while mowing. ® Raise the height-of-cut setting on your mower, * Cut your grass more frequently ¢ Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath with each pass. * Mow across the marginal areas a second time. * Set height—of—cut on front wheels one notch lower than rear wheels.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3. STARTING—Move ground speed control to “N" (mode 20214 only} and throttle to CHOKE. Lott control bar to handle (Figs. 11 & 12} and hold. Pull fingertip starter out until positive engagement results; then pull vigorously io start the engine. Regulate throttle as desired when engine starts. THROTTLE FINGERTIP stp STARTER CONTROL BAR Mode 20213 Figure 12 4. GROUND SPEED (model 20214 only) {Fig. ground speed control to desired setting.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SPRING 404 Figure 14 USING GRASS BAG Occasionally you may wish to use the grass bag for bagging extra long grass, lush grass or leaves, 1. Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2, Ensure discharge door handle is fully forward and pin is engaged in catch (Fig. 185). 3. INSTALLING BAG~Slide hole in bag frame onto retaining post on housing (Fig. 18) and set rear of bag frame note lower handle, BAG FRAME ON RETAINING POST N / y PIN ENGAGED N CATCH HANDLE FULLY 3 SR FORWARD.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8. To reinstall bag, repeat steps 3-4. * A worn grass bag could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown in operator’s or bystanders direction, ® Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury or death to operator or bystanders. » Check the grass bag frequently. if it damaged, Install a new genuine TOR replacement bag that has this or a similar warning. A\ pang Er » Objects may be thrown from discharge tunnel if discharge platelet.
MAINTENANCE extreme engine wear and damage will likely resit, ® Engine could start accidentally, ® Accidental starting of engine could cause serious injury to operator or bystanders. *® Pull wire off spark plug before performing any maintenance or adjustments, SERVICING AIR CLEANER Normally, replace air cleaner after every 25 operating hours. More Frequent replacement is required when mower is operated in dusty or dirty conditions, 1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug {Fig. 20}, 2.
MAINTENANCE 3. Set air gap at 0.030" (0.76 mm) (Fig. 21). install correctly gaped spark plug and gasket seal. Tighten plug firmly to 15 ft-lb (20 N-m. et e [0.030" .76 mm} 2. Move throttle control to FAST. 3. Loosen cable clamp screw until throttle cable slides (Fig. 22}. Align holes in throttle lever and throttle packet using dia. pin or a 1/8" dia. drill (Fig. 23). Tighten cable clamp screw to lock adjustment in place. HOLES ALIGNED THROTTLE CABLE Figure 21 DRAINING GASOLINE 1.
MAINTENANCE OIL DRAIN PLUG requires an alien wrench) 343 GIL DRAIN PLUG {require 2 3/8” socket extension and wretch \ Figure 25 4. Place a drain pan under mower, §. Lower mower to allow oil to drain into pan. 8. After draining, clean drain plug and reinstall it. Wipe up any spilled oil. Fill engine with fresh oll: refer to Fill Crankcase With Oil, page 8.
MAINTENANCE 2. Drain gasoline from fuel tank; refer to Draining Gasoline, page 14. 3. Tip mower on its right side {Fig. 28). Avoid rotating blade because starting problems may result. BLADE BLADE STIFFENER ~ AND LOCK WASHER) N = Figure 28 4. INSPECTING BLADE—Carefully examine blade for sharpness and wear, especially where flat and curved parts meet (Fig. 28A). Since sand and abrasive material can wear away the metal that connects the flat and curved parts of the blade. check blade before using the mower.
MAINTENANCE 7. Install sharp, balanced TOR blade, blade stiffener, lock washer and blade bolt. Sail part of blade must point toward top of mower housing to ensure correct installation. Tighten the blade bolt to 50 ft-lb (88 N.m). LUBRICATION After every 25 operating hours or when season ends, front and rear wheels must be lubricated. 1. Apply 2 or 3 drops of light oil on inside of front and outside of all wheel bolts. Spin wheels to distribute oil into bushings. Wipe up excess oil. 2.
MAINTENANCE Figure 33 1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug (Fig. 22). 2. Tip mower on its right side (Fig. 33). Avoid rotating blade because starting problems may result. 2. Remove dirt and grass clippings that stick to housing with a hardwood scraper, Avoid burrs and sharp edges. PREPARING MOWER FOR STORAGE 1. For long term storage, either drain gasoline from fuel tank or add a fuel additive to the gasoline. To drain gasoline, refer to Draining Gasoline, page 14.
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION A model and a serial number decal is located at rear of mower housing on hand push mode and on underside of the control panel on the self-propelled mode!. Always refer to specific numbers on this decal in correspondence or when replacement parts are needed, TOR SERVICE SUPPORT If help concerning safety, set-up, operation, maintenance, or troubleshooting is ever needed, contact the local Authorized TOR Service Dealer or Distributor, Deter to the "‘Yellow Pages” for assistance.