FORM NO. 3315627 Rev. A MODEL NO. 20438 — & UP MODEL NO. 20439 & UP OPERATOR’S MANUAL L 21” RECYCLER® Il SUPER PRO’ J MOWER A\ SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS may result in personal Injury. This mower meets or exceeds CPS blade safety requirements for walk behind rotary mowers and the specifications of the American National Standards institute. Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result In Injury.
A\ SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 21. Before mower is cleaned, inspected, serviced, or 24, Allow engine to cool before storing mower in any adjusted, stop engine and disconnect wire from enclosure. Do not store mower near any open flame spark pig. Keep wire away from pig to prevent cor where gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark. accidental staring. 25, Do not overspend the engine by changing governor settings. 22. To ensure the mower is in safe operating condition.
&\ SAFETY DECALS AND INSTRUCTIONS CHOKE o Rive 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS = MIDDLE g TO START: MOVE THROTTLE 10 CHOKE. PULL APE. POSITION PN NEH STARTS, MOVE CONTROL KOUFAX BACK TQ MABLE B } TODDLE SOWER: SQUEEZE CONTROL AR FORWARD. e BLADE 0 5707 HAULAGE O STIR DIVE: RELEASE CONTROL BAR. ‘ ASTOR ENGINE: MOVE THROTTLE TO OFF. 1 N orr @ THROTTLE GROUND SPEED s Model 20438 ON CONTROL PANEL (Part No.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL HANDLE 1. The mowers are shipped from the factory with filler between the upper and dower handle joints to prevent shipping and assembly damage. Align upper and lower handles and remove the filler with a pliers. 2. The left handle knob is shipped from the factory on the outside of the handle (Fig. 1). Remove the left knob and bolt. Reinstall knob and bolt on inside of handle (Fig. 2). Both handle knobs should be positioned on the inside of the handles. Figure 1 3.
BEFORE OPERATING FILL CRANKCASE WITH OIL (Fig. 4) Fill crankcase with 10W—30 il until ol level reaches FULL mark on dipstick as shown in Figure 4, SAE 30 oil may be substituted if 10W~30 is not available, The maximum crankcase capacity is 26 ounces {0.75 liters) of oil, Use any high quality detergent oil having the American Petroleum Institute (APl} “service SF or SG. Before each use, ensure oil level is between ADD and FULL marks on dipstick. Add oil if level is low. 1.
RECYCLER® il SUPER PRO® MOWER TIPS MOWER FEATURES Your Tore Recycler® Il Super Pro® mower has a new and completely different cutting concept; & leaves your lawn with a bagged look without bagging clippings. The mower is equipped with special parts which increase your mower's ability to cut and recur grass clippings, leaves, and other yard debris into tiny particles which are injected down into the grass.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING, STOPPING, AND SELF-PROPELLING 1. CONTROLS—Key switch {electric start model only), ground speed control, throttle, and blade/ propelling control bar are on upper handier {Fig. 6}, Fingertip starter is on top of engine (Fig. 7). SELF-PROPELLED CONTROL BAR KEY SWITCH 1az) Figure & FINGERTIP STARTER FUEL KART Figure 7 2. Push spark plug wire onto spark plug (Fig. 19). 3. Move ground speed control to ': {neutral) position.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS » Cutting below the C setting is not recommended unless grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down. When cutting dong grass, you may need to use a higher height— of cut setting and a slower walking speed; then recur the grass at a more normal setting. If grass is too long and leaves clumps on top of lawn, mower may plug and cause engine to stall, * The SmartWheel™ calculates the proper sifting to ensure that no more than 1/3 of the grass bide is cut off.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Figure 11 §. Start the engine. 7. Push control bar down to lowest position (Fig. 12). Figure 12 B. Lift control bar fo the normal “blade engaged” position {about one inch below the handle) (Position A, Fig. 18). The “fan” noise indicates that the mower blade is turning. Figure 13 9. Release the control bar (Position B, Fig. 13). A *bang” should be heard. The blade should stop running in three seconds. 10, immediately push the mower over the newspaper ball. 11, Turn off the engine. 12.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 758 Figure 15 7. Push control bar down to lowest position {Fig. 18, position B). Figure 16 8. Bring the control bar up into the mid position {about 5 inches below the handle cross bar) {Fig. 17, position C}. NOTE: This intermediate position {C) is not the “natural” operating position of the control bar. However, it has proven to be useful in early detection of BEC sticking which could create an unsafe condition later in the Rife of the mower. 9. Release control bar (Fig.
MAINTENANCE A caution * Engine could start accidentally. * Accidental starting of engine could cause serious injury to operator or bystanders. * Pull wire off spark plug and remove key from switch on electric start model before performing any maintenance or adjustments. SERVICING AIR CLEANER Normally, clean air cleaner after every 25 operating hours. More frequent cleaning is required when mower is operated in dusty or dirty conditions, 1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug {Fig. 19}.
MAINTENANCE DRAINING GASOLINE 1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug {Fig. 18). Remove key from switch on electric start model. 2. Remove cap from fuel tank and use siphon fo drain duet into clean gas can. Note: This is the only procedure recommended for draining fuel. CHANGING CRANKCASE OIL. Change ol after the first 2 operating hours and after every 25 hours thereafter. Since warm oil drains better and carries more contaminants than cold, run engine for a minute or so before draining oil. 1.
MAINTENANCE Figure 24 INSPECTING/REMOVING/SHARPENING BLADE 1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark plug {Fig. 19). Remove key from switch on electric start model. 2. Drain gasoline from fuel tank; refer to Draining Gasoline, page 12. 3. Tip mower on its left side (Fig. 25). Avoid rotating blade as starting problems may result, ACCELERATOR BLADE NUTS Anti-scalp CUP BLADE 756 Figure 25 4, INSPECTING BLADE—Carefully examine blade for sharpness and wear, especially where flat and curved parts meet (Fig. 26A).
MAINTENANCE 7. Install sharp, balanced blade, accelerator, anti— scalp cup, and {2) blade nuts. Sail part of blade must point toward top of mower housing to assure correct installation. Tighten the blade nuts to 15--27 ft—Ib (2037 N-m), A\ WARNING * Operating mows without accelerator In place could cause blade to flex, bend or break. * A broken blade could cause serious injury or death to operator or bystanders. * Do not operate mower without accelerator.
MAINTENANCE CLEANING MOWER HOUSING To ensure best performance, keep underside of mower housing clean. Be especially careful to keep kickers free of debris (Fig. 31). 1. Stop engine and pull wire off spark pig {Fig. 19). Remove key from switch on electric start medal. 2. Drain gasoline from fuel tank: refer to Draining Ga soling, page 12. 3. Tip mower on its left side (Fig. 31). Avoid rotating blade as starting problems may resit. 4.
MAINTENANCE 7. Clean air cleaner: refer to Servicing Air Cleaner, page 11. 8. lubricate the wheels: refer to Lubrication, page 14. 9. Charge battery: refer to Charging Battery, page 14. 10. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces. Toto paint is available from an Authorized TOR Service Dealer. 11. Store mower in a clean, dry place. Cover mower to keep it clean and protected. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 1. Thatcher Kit, Mode! No. 59131As spring tines on the Toto Thatcher {Fig.
1t is Toto's policy fo design and produce high quality products. To ensure customer satisfaction, Toto has extensive warranty coverage on its products. Your TOR GTS Engine powered product has two warranty statements covering it.
What Does This Warranty Not Cover? This Warranty does not cover: 1. Any repairs on products used commercially. 2. Norma maintenance including replacement of spark plugs, air filter, fuel filter, and carburetor adjustments. 3. Oil change and lubrication. 4. Repairs or adjustments due to: a. Failure to follow proper maintenance procedures; b. Rotary mower blade striking an object; c. Contaminants in the fuel system; d. Improper fuel or fuel mixture {consult your owner's manual if in doubt); a.
GUARANTEED TO START MAINTENANCE RECORD To keep the starting guarantee in effect, you must perform the following maintenance after every 25 operating hours, mare often in dusty and dirty conditions.
Consumer Products. THE TOR TOTAL COVERAGE GUARANTEE A Ult Two— Year Warranty (Limited Warranty for Commercial Use) What Is Covered By This Express Warranty? The Toto Company promises to repair any TOR Product used for residential purposes if defective in materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. The cost of parts and labor are included, but the customer pays the transportation costs.