Form No. 3327-188 Rev A 53 cm Super Recycler Walk Power Lawn Mower Model No. 20783—Serial No. 220000001 and Up Model No. 20784—Serial No.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002. Emptying the Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Preparing the Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Preparing the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing From Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Training Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions. • Read this operator’s manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the lawn mower before starting it. Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions. • Never allow children to operate the lawn mower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
– If gasoline is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine. Move the lawn mower away from the area of spillage to avoid creating any source of ignition until the gasoline vapors have dissipated. • Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine, unless you must tilt the lawn mower to start it. In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part which is away from the operator. – Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
• Lawn mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. Maintenance and Storage • Keep all nuts, bolts (especially blade attachment bolts), and screws tight to ensure that the lawn mower is in safe working condition. • Do not change the speed settings on the engine. • If you must drain the fuel from the fuel tank, do it outdoors.
1 2 3 4 104-7953 1. Warning—Read the Operator’s manual before handling the battery. 2. Do not dispose of the lead-acid battery in the trash. m-4272 Figure 2 1. Knob (2) 2. Lower handle Setup 3. Flat-handle bolt (2) 4. Support bracket 3. Swing the lower handle back and the support brackets up, aligning the brackets with the holes in the lower handle (Fig. 2). Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. 4.
Installing the Starter Rope Pull the starter rope through the rope guide on the handle (Fig. 4). 1 2 1 1915 210 Figure 6 Figure 4 1. Rope guide 1. Spring clip 2. Starter rope 6. Release the discharge door handle to lock the top of the plug. Installing the Discharge Tunnel Plug Installing the Fuse 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Electric-start Model only 2. Open the discharge door by moving it rearward (Fig. 5). The fuse protects the electric start system.
Note: Use a flat-head screw driver to unclip the battery cover (Fig. 8). Unclip both ends of the battery cover before removing it to prevent damaging it. 1 1626 Figure 10 1. Dipstick m–5147 To add oil: 1. Move the lawn mower to a level surface. Figure 8 2. Clean around the dipstick (Fig. 10). 3. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out. 2. Install the fuse in the fuse holder as shown in Figure 9. 4. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth. 1 5.
Important Do not use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol, premium gasoline, or white gas. Using these fuels can damage the engine’s fuel system. Important days old. Danger When fueling, under certain circumstances, a static charge can develop, igniting the gasoline. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and damage property.
Reviewing the Maintenance Schedule Note: Do not use the primer to start a warm engine after a brief shutdown. However, cool weather may require you to prime the engine again. Review the Recommended Maintenance Schedule on page 14. You may need to perform one or more additional procedures before or soon after you begin operating the lawn mower. 3. Hold the blade control bail against the upper handle (Fig. 14).
Note: The SmartWheel calculates the proper setting to ensure that you cut no more than a third of the grass blade. Danger Adjusting the cutting height levers could bring your hands into contact with a moving blade and result in serious injury. m–4206 Figure 16 • Stop the engine and wait for all movement to stop before adjusting the cutting height. • Do not put fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height.
Mowing with the Grass Bag Using the Grass Bag Occasionally, you may want to use the grass bag for bagging lush grass or collecting leaves. Warning A worn grass bag could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in serious personal injury or death to the operator or bystanders. Installing the Grass Bag 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2.
Operating Tips Cutting Grass • Review the safety instructions and read this manual carefully before operating the lawn mower. • Grass grows at different rates at different times of the year. In the summer heat, it is best to cut grass at the C, D, or E cutting height settings. Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do not cut below the 2-inch (51 mm) setting unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Interval Each Use 2Change • Check the engine oil level. Refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level on page 15. • Check the stopping time of the blade brake. The blade must stop within 3 seconds of releasing the bail; if it does not, contact an Authorized Service Dealer for repair. • Remove grass clippings and dirt from under the housing.
Checking the Engine Oil Level 6. Let the lawn mower run for 2 minutes. 7. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 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. 10). If the oil level is below the Add mark, add oil. Refer to Filling the Crankcase with Oil on page 8. 8. Turn the water off. 9. Remove the coupling from the washout fitting. 10.
6. Remove the dirt and grass clippings with a hardwood or plastic scraper. Avoid burrs and sharp edges. 6. Wash the pre-cleaner with a mild detergent and water, then blot it dry (Fig. 23). Important Move the blade as little as possible to avoid future starting problems. 7. Remove the paper air filter and discard it (Fig. 23). Important 7. Turn the lawn mower upright. Do not try to clean a paper air filter. 8. Insert the new paper air filter into the foam pre-cleaner (Fig. 23). 8.
1 2 4 m-4205 3 1 276 Figure 27 Figure 25 1. Cable jacket 2. Cable support 1. Grease fitting 3. Nut 4. Upper handle 6. Install a grease gun onto each fitting and gently apply 2 or 3 pumps of #2 multi-purpose lithium base grease. 4. Push the drive bracket down until it contacts the lawn mower, then hold it in place (Fig. 26). Important Applying grease using excess pressure may damage the seals.
9. Wipe up any spilled oil. 1 1 10. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 11. Recycle the used oil according to local codes. 2 Draining the Oil below the Lawn Mower Deck (Optional Method) Note: You will need a 3/8-inch ratchet extension to perform this procedure. Figure 29 1. Oil drain plug Warning 2. 3/8-inch Ratchet extension The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury. 6. Tip the lawn mower onto its left side and install the oil drain plug.
1 Warning A Tipping the lawn mower may cause the fuel to leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank. Gasoline is extremely flammable, highly explosive and under certain conditions can cause personal injury or property damage. 2 B Avoid fuel spills by running the engine dry or removing gasoline with a hand pump; never siphon. 1 3 C 3. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank; refer to steps 3 and 4 of Emptying the Fuel Tank on page 21. 4 270 Figure 31 4.
A B 1 2 2 m 4783 153 Figure 32 1. Sharpen at this angle only 1 2. Maintain the original radius here 281 Figure 34 Balancing the Blade 1. Belt cover 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. 33). 2. Bolts 3. Lift off the cover and brush out all the debris from the belt area. 4. Install the belt cover.
4. Connect the lead of the battery charger (supplied with your lawn mower) to the wire harness lead. 4. Use a hand pump to pump the gasoline into a clean approved gasoline container. 5. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 1 2 6. Run the engine until it stops. 7. Start the engine again to ensure that all the gasoline is out of the carburetor. Storage To prepare the lawn mower for off-season storage, perform the recommended maintenance procedures. Refer to Maintenance on page 14. m–5145 Figure 35 1.
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. 5. Install the spark plug and torque it to 15 ft-lb (20 N m). General Information 6. Perform the recommended maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance on page 14. 1. Clean the lawn mower housing. Refer to Cleaning the Underside of the Lawn Mower Housing on page 15. 7. Charge the battery. Refer to Charging the Battery on page 20. 2.
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 14 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.
