Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsLawn MowersToro 20381

FormNo.3380-935RevA

SuperRecycler

LawnMower

ModelNo.20381—SerialNo.314000001andUp

ModelNo.20384—SerialNo.314000001andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperateand

maintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoidinjuryand

productdamage.Youareresponsibleforoperatingthe

productproperlyandsafely.

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andaccessoryinformation,helpndingadealer,ortoregister

yourproduct.

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WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition65Warning

Thisproductcontainsachemicalorchemicals

knowntotheStateofCaliforniatocausecancer,

birthdefects,orreproductiveharm.

Theengineexhaustfromthisproduct

containschemicalsknowntotheStateof

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orotherreproductiveharm.

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Contents

Introduction..................................................................1

GeneralOperation..................................................2

SlopeOperation......................................................2

Children.................................................................3

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Summary of content (24 pages)

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Form No. 3380-935 Rev A Super Recycler® Lawn Mower Model No. 20381—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Model No. 20384—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage. You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
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Service ................................................................... 3 Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 4 Setup ............................................................................ 5 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle ..................... 5 2 Installing the Starter Rope ...................................... 6 3 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 7 4 Charging the Battery..............................................
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• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden WARNING objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you. • Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident. Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed area. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. You could lose your footing or balance.
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Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. Manufacturer's Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. 94-8072 104-7403 Electric-start model only 112-8867 1. Lock 2. Unlock 114-7982 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. 3.
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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. Read the Operator's Manual. Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 1 115-2896 Electric-start model only Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING 115-8411 1. Unlocked Assembling and unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition.
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5. Torque the handle bolts to 120 to 160 in-lb (14 to 17 N-m). 2. Attach the handle ends to the machine housing with 2 washers and 2 handle bolts (Figure 3), but do not tighten the handle bolts. 6. Adjust the cutting height. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 10). 2 Installing the Starter Rope No Parts Required G017457 Procedure Figure 3 1. Washer 2. Handle bolt Important: To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter rope in the rope guide.
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excess oil, refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 18). 3 Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. Filling the Engine with Oil 6. Install the dipstick securely. No Parts Required Important: Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours; change it yearly thereafter. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 18). Procedure Important: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine.
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Product Overview • Ethanol: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) 7 or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume is acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same. Gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15) by volume is not approved for use. Never use gasoline that contains more than 10% ethanol by volume, such as E15 (contains 15% ethanol), E20 (contains 20% ethanol), or E85 (contains up to 85% ethanol ).
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Checking the Engine Oil Level ½ inch (1 cm) Service Interval: Before each use or daily Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher. 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Remove the dipstick (Figure 10). G017461 Figure 9 2. Fill the fuel tank, leaving at least 1 cm (1/2 inch) from the bottom of the neck empty to allow the gasoline room to expand. 3. Install the fuel tank cap and tighten it securely by hand.
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Adjusting the Cutting Height WARNING Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury. • Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. • Do not put your fingers under the housing when 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. Set all four wheels to the same height.
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Stopping the Engine Release the blade-control bar (Figure 17). 2 Important: When you release the blade-control bar, the blade should stop within 3 seconds. If it does not stop properly, stop using your machine immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 1 3 G020174 Figure 14 Electric start 1. Electric-starter Figure 17 3. Electric-start button (installed) 2.
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WARNING The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Installing the Grass Bag 1. Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide (Figure 20). G017473 Figure 20 1. Lower-rope guide Note: The lower rope guide releases the starter rope when you pull the recoil start handle. 2. Raise and hold up the discharge deflector (Figure 21). Figure 19 1. Lever 2.
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G017474 G017463 Figure 22 1. Discharge deflector Figure 24 2. Grass bag 1. Discharge deflector Note: Ensure that the grass bag is securely installed onto the machine. 2. Rear-discharge plug Important: Ensure that the rear-discharge plug is locked in place. To lock the plug, firmly push the plug in until it snaps into place behind the tabs, and rotate the lever on the plug to the left (Figure 25). 5. Lower the discharge deflector. Removing the Grass Bag 1.
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G017463 Figure 26 1. Discharge deflector 2. Rear-discharge plug Figure 25 1. Lever 2. Tabs Note: To unlock the plug, rotate the lever on the plug to the right (Figure 25). 5. Lower the discharge deflector. Side-discharging the Clippings Use the side-discharge for cutting very tall grass. If the bag is on the machine, remove it and insert the rear-discharge plug; refer to Removing the Grass Bag (page 13) before side-discharging the clippings.
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WARNING The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Figure 31 Installing the Side-discharge Chute 1. Unlock the side-discharge door (Figure 28). Operating Tips General Mowing Tips • Clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches, and other • Figure 28 • 2. Lift open the side-discharge door (Figure 29). • • debris that the blade could hit.
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– Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath with each pass. – Set the cutting height on the front wheels one notch lower than the rear wheels. For example, set the front wheels at 2-1/4 inches (60 mm) and the rear wheels at 2-3/4 inches (70 mm). Cutting Leaves • After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need to make more than one pass over the leaves.
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Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 5 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • Check the engine oil level. • Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade-control bar. • Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the machine. Every 25 hours • Charge the battery.
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Replacing the Air Cleaner Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Yearly Service Interval: After the first 5 hours 1. Press down on the latch tabs on top of the air cleaner cover (Figure 33). Yearly Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. 1. Perform the pre-maintenance procedures; refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 17). 2. Remove the dipstick. 3.
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1. Connect the charger to the machine wire harness located below the ignition key (Figure 36). Figure 36 2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet. Note: When the battery no longer holds a charge, recycle or dispose of the lead-acid battery according to local codes. G017459 Figure 35 1. The oil level is at its maximum. 3. The oil level is too low—add oil to the crankcase. Note: Your battery charger may have a 2-color LED display that indicates the following states of charging: 2.
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1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 17). 2. Tip the machine onto its side with the air filter up. 3. Use a block a wood to hold the blade steady (Figure 40). Figure 38 Note: Your machine comes with a spare fuse in the battery compartment. 3. Install the battery cover. Lubricating the Wheel Gears Service Interval: Every 25 hours 1. Wipe the grease fittings just inside the rear wheels with a clean rag (Figure 39). Figure 40 Figure 39 4.
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Storage For best results, clean the machine soon after you have completed mowing. 1. Lower the machine to its lowest cutting height setting. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 10). Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. 2. Move the machine onto a flat paved surface. Preparing the Machine for Storage 3. Attach a garden hose that is connected to a water supply to the washout port on the machine housing (Figure 41). WARNING 1 Gasoline vapors can explode.
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G017467 Figure 42 2. To unfold the handle, refer to 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle (page 5). Removing the Machine from Storage 1. Charge the battery (electric-start model only). 2. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
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Notes: 23
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The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee A 5-Year Full Warranty (45 Day Limited Warranty for Commercial Use) The Toro GTS Starting Guarantee Super Recycler®Walk Power Mowers A 5-Year Full Warranty (Not Applicable for Commercial Use) Conditions and Products Covered Items and Conditions Not Covered The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair the Toro Products listed below if used for residential purposes* if it is defective in mate