Operator's Manual

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FormNo.3408-875RevA

SuperRecycler

LawnMower

ModelNo.20381—SerialNo.400000000andUp

ModelNo.20384—SerialNo.400000000andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thisrotary-blade,walk-behindlawnmowerisintendedto

beusedbyresidentialhomeowners.Itisdesignedprimarily

forcuttinggrassonwell-maintainedlawnsonresidential

properties.Itisnotdesignedforcuttingbrushorfor

agriculturaluses.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperateand

maintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoidinjuryand

productdamage.Youareresponsibleforoperatingthe

productproperlyandsafely.

YoumaycontactTorodirectlyatwww .Toro.comforproduct

andaccessoryinformation,helpndingadealer,ortoregister

yourproduct.

Wheneveryouneedservice,genuineToroparts,oradditional

information,contactanAuthorizedServiceDealerorToro

CustomerServiceandhavethemodelandserialnumbersof

yourproductready.Figure1identiesthelocationofthe

modelandserialnumbersontheproduct.

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1.Modelandserialnumberplate

Writetheproductmodelandserialnumbersinthespace

below:

ModelNo.

SerialNo.

Thismanualidentiespotentialhazardsandhassafety

messagesidentiedbythesafety-alertsymbol(Figure2),

whichsignalsahazardthatmaycauseseriousinjuryordeath

ifyoudonotfollowtherecommendedprecautions.

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1.Safety-alertsymbol

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Importantcallsattentiontospecialmechanicalinformation

andNoteemphasizesgeneralinformationworthyofspecial

attention.

WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition65Warning

Thisproductcontainsachemicalorchemicals

knowntotheStateofCaliforniatocausecancer,

birthdefects,orreproductiveharm.

Theengineexhaustfromthisproduct

containschemicalsknowntotheStateof

Californiatocausecancer,birthdefects,

orotherreproductiveharm.

ItisaviolationofCaliforniaPublicResourceCode

Section4442or4443touseoroperatetheengineonany

forest-covered,brush-covered,orgrass-coveredlandunless

theengineisequippedwithasparkarrester,asdenedin

Section4442,maintainedineffectiveworkingorderorthe

engineisconstructed,equipped,andmaintainedforthe

preventionofre.

ThissparkignitionsystemcomplieswithCanadianICES-002.

NetTorque:Thegrossornettorqueofthisenginewas

laboratoryratedbytheenginemanufacturerinaccordance

withtheSocietyofAutomotiveEngineers(SAE)J1940.

Asconguredtomeetsafety,emission,andoperating

requirements,theactualenginetorqueonthisclassofmower

willbesignicantlylower.Gotowww.Toro.comtoview

specicationsonyourmowermodel.

Important:Ifyouareusingthismachineabove1500m

(5,000ft)foracontinuousperiod,ensurethattheHigh

AltitudeKithasbeeninstalledsothattheenginemeets

CARB/EPAemissionregulations.TheHighAltitude

Kitincreasesengineperformancewhilepreventing

spark-plugfouling,hardstarting,andincreased

emissions.Onceyouhaveinstalledthekit,attach

thehigh-altitudelabelnexttotheserialdecalonthe

8111LyndaleAvenueSouth

Bloomington,MN55420

Registeratwww.Toro.com.

OriginalInstructions(EN)

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Summary of content (24 pages)

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Form No. 3408-875 Rev A Super Recycler® Lawn Mower Model No. 20381—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Model No. 20384—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is intended to be used by residential homeowners. It is designed primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns on residential properties. It is not designed for cutting brush or for agricultural uses.
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machine. Contact any Authorized Toro Service Dealer to obtain the proper High Altitude Kit and high-altitude label for your machine. To locate a dealer convenient to you, access our website at www.Toro.com or contact our Toro Customer Care Department at the number(s) listed in your Emission Control Warranty Statement. Remove the kit from the engine and restore the engine to its original factory configuration when running the engine under 1500 m (5,000 ft).
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Safety and Instructional 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 missing. decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. decal94-8072 94-8072 decal104-7953 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.
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decal115-8411 115-8411 1. Unlocked 2. Locked decal117-2718 117-2718 decal132-4470 decal131-4514b 132-4470 Traction Adjustment 131–4514 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 1. Attention; read the 2. Scan the QR code for Operator's Manual—1) more information on Loosen the knob by turning traction adjustment.
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Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. Important: To prevent accidental starting, do not insert the electric-start button into the electric starter switch until you are ready to start the engine. 1 G017457 g017457 Figure 4 1. Washer 2. Handle bolt Assembling and Unfolding the Handle Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handle (Figure 4).
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2 Installing the Recoil-starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure Important: To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter rope in the rope guide. g186624 Hold the blade-control bar to the upper handle and pull the recoil-starter rope through the rope guide on the handle (Figure 6). Figure 7 1. Full 2. High 3. Low 4. Wipe off the dipstick end with a clean cloth. 5.
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5 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure 1. Slip the grass bag over the frame as shown in Figure 8. 1 g027257 2 3 g027257 Figure 8 1. Handle g027258 g027258 Figure 9 3. Grass bag 2. Frame 3. Hook the top and side channels of the bag onto the top and sides of the frame, respectively (Figure 9). Note: Do not slip the bag over the handle (Figure 8). 2. Hook the bottom channel of the bag onto the bottom of the frame (Figure 9).
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Product Overview Operation Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, • • • • g189025 Figure 10 1. Cutting-height lever (4) 8. Blade-control bar 2. Spark plug 9. Upper handle 3. Oil fill/Dipstick (not shown) 10. Electric-start button (electric-start model only) 4. Fuel tank cap 11. Battery (electric-start model only) 5. Rear door 12. Washout port 6. Recoil start handle 7. Adjustment knob for the self-propel drive 13.
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Filling the Fuel Tank • For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). • Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE by volume is acceptable. • Do not use ethanol blends of gasoline, such as E15 or E85, with more than 10% ethanol by volume. Performance problems and/or engine damage may result, which may not be covered under warranty. • Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
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During Operation During Operating Safety General Safety • Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection; • • g188996 Figure 14 • 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.
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Starting the Engine Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. You can start the engine using either the electric-start button or the recoil-start handle. Starting the Engine Using the Recoil-Start Handle Starting the Engine Using the Electric-Start Button 1. Hold the blade-control bar against the handle (Figure 18). Electric-Start Model Only 1. Hold the blade-control bar against the handle (Figure 16). g009546 Figure 18 1.
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Using the Self-Propel Drive To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the machine will automatically keep pace with you (Figure 20). g007288 Figure 21 1. Rear door 2. Rear plug g009549 Figure 20 Note: If the machine does not freely roll backward after self-propelling, stop walking, hold your hands in place, and allow the machine to roll a couple of centimeters (inches) forward to disengage the wheel drive.
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Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it and lock the side-discharge door; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 15). Installing the Grass Bag 1. Route the starter rope around the lower-rope guide (Figure 23). g007287 Figure 25 1. Rear door 3. Grass-bag pin (2) 2. Notches—handle brackets (2) 5. Lower the rear door. Removing the Grass Bag 1.
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Note: To unlock the plug, rotate the lever on the plug to the right (Figure 28). 5. Lower the rear door. Side-Discharging the Clippings If the bag is on the machine, remove it and insert the rear plug; refer to Removing the Grass Bag (page 13). Important: Ensure that the rear plug is locked in place. To lock the plug, raise the rear door (Figure 29), firmly push the plug in until it snaps into place behind the tabs, and rotate the lever on the plug to the left (Figure 28). g007288 Figure 27 1.
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Cutting Grass 3. Install the side-discharge chute and close the door onto the chute (Figure 32). • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do not cut below 51 mm (2 inches) unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down. • When cutting grass over 15 cm (6 inches) tall, mow at the highest cutting height setting and walk slower; then mow again at a lower setting for the best lawn appearance.
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After Operation After Operating Safety General Safety • Clean grass and debris from the machine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills. • Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine in g189103 Figure 34 any enclosure. 1. Washout port • Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water heater or on other appliances. 5. Turn the water on. Hauling Safety 6.
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3. To unfold the handle, refer to 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle (page 5). g186627 Figure 35 1. Electric starter 2. Electric-start button 2. Rotate the handle forward (Figure 36). Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you fold the upper handle.
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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 Every 25 hours Yearly Yearly or before storage • Check the engine oil level. • Ensure that the engine shuts off within 3 seconds after releasing the blade-control bar. • Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the machine.
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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 38). Yearly Engine oil capacity: 0.5 L (19 fl. oz) Oil viscosity: SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 detergent oil API service classification: SJ or higher Note: Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2.
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8. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth. 9. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, then remove the dipstick. 10. Read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure 40). g189390 Figure 42 2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet. g186624 Figure 41 1. Full 2. High Note: When the battery no longer holds a charge, recycle or dispose of the lead-acid battery according to local codes. 3.
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Replacing the Blade Service Interval: Yearly Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the blade properly. If you do not have a torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Examine the blade whenever you run out of fuel. If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately. If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened and balanced, or replace it.
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Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive. 1. Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment (Figure 47). g005455 g027231 Figure 46 Figure 47 Important: Position the curved ends of the blade to point toward the machine housing. 6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to 82 N∙m (60 ft-lb). 1. Handle (left side) 4.
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Storage 7. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel; refer to Filling the Fuel Tank (page 9). Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. 8. Connect the wire to the spark plug. Preparing the Machine for Storage 1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer (such as Toro Premium Fuel Treatment) to the fuel. 2. Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle it according to local codes, or use it in your automobile. Note: Old fuel in the fuel tank is the leading cause of hard starting.
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The Toro Warranty 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 materials or workman