Operator's Manual

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FormNo.3419-101RevB

48cmSuperBaggerLawnMower

ModelNo.20836—SerialNo.401500000andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thisrotary-blade,walk-behindlawnmowerisintended

tobeusedbyresidentialhomeownersorprofessional,

hiredoperators.Itisdesignedprimarilyforcutting

grassonwell-maintainedlawnsonresidentialor

commercialproperties.Itisnotdesignedforcutting

brushorforagriculturaluses.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperate

andmaintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoid

injuryandproductdamage.Youareresponsiblefor

operatingtheproductproperlyandsafely.

YoumaycontactTorodirectlyatwww.Toro.comfor

productandaccessoryinformation,helpndinga

dealer,ortoregisteryourproduct.

Wheneveryouneedservice,genuineToroparts,or

additionalinformation,contactanAuthorizedService

DealerorToroCustomerServiceandhavethemodel

andserialnumbersofyourproductready.Figure1

identiesthelocationofthemodelandserialnumbers

ontheproduct.Writethenumbersinthespace

provided.

Important:Withyourmobiledevice,youcan

scantheQRcodeontheserialnumberdecal(if

equipped)toaccesswarranty,parts,andother

productinformation.

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1.Modelandserialnumberlocation

ModelNo.

SerialNo.

Thismanualidentiespotentialhazardsandhas

safetymessagesidentiedbythesafety-alertsymbol

(Figure2),whichsignalsahazardthatmaycause

seriousinjuryordeathifyoudonotfollowthe

recommendedprecautions.

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Figure2

Safetyalertsymbol

Thismanualuses2wordstohighlightinformation.

Importantcallsattentiontospecialmechanical

informationandNoteemphasizesgeneralinformation

worthyofspecialattention.

ThisproductcomplieswithallrelevantEuropean

directives.Fordetails,seetheseparateproduct

specicDeclarationofConformity(DOC)sheet.

GrossorNetTorque:Thegrossornettorque

ofthisenginewaslaboratoryratedbytheengine

manufacturerinaccordancewiththeSocietyof

AutomotiveEngineers(SAE)J1940orJ2723.As

conguredtomeetsafety,emission,andoperating

requirements,theactualenginetorqueonthisclass

ofmowerwillbesignicantlylower.Pleasereferto

theenginemanufacturer’sinformationincludedwith

themachine.

Donottamperwithordisablesafetydevicesonthe

machine,andchecktheirproperoperationregularly.

Donotattempttoadjustortamperwiththeengine

speedcontrol;doingsomaycreateanunsafe

operatingcondition,resultinginpersonalinjury.

Important:Ifyouareusingthismachineabove

1500m(5,000ft)foracontinuousperiod,ensure

thattheHighAltitudeKithasbeeninstalled

sothattheenginemeetsCARB/EPAemission

regulations.TheHighAltitudeKitincreases

engineperformancewhilepreventingspark-plug

fouling,hardstarting,andincreasedemissions.

Onceyouhaveinstalledthekit,attachthe

high-altitudelabelnexttotheserialdecalonthe

machine.ContactanyAuthorizedToroService

DealertoobtaintheproperHighAltitudeKitand

high-altitudelabelforyourmachine.Tolocate

adealerconvenienttoyou,accessourwebsite

atwww.Toro.comorcontactourToroCustomer

CareDepartmentatthenumber(s)listedinyour

EmissionControlWarrantyStatement.

Removethekitfromtheengineandrestorethe

enginetoitsoriginalfactorycongurationwhen

runningtheengineunder1500m(5,000ft).Do

notoperateanenginethathasbeenconverted

8111LyndaleAvenueSouth

Bloomington,MN55420

Registeratwww.Toro.com.

OriginalInstructions(EN)

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*3419-101*B

Summary of content (20 pages)

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Form No. 3419-101 Rev B 48cm Super Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 20836—Serial No. 401500000 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction g000502 This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is intended to be used by residential homeowners or professional, hired operators. It is designed primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns on residential or commercial properties. It is not designed for cutting brush or for agricultural uses.
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for high-altitude use at lower altitudes; otherwise, you could overheat and damage the engine. If you are unsure whether or not your machine has been converted for high-altitude use, look for the following label: Storage ................................................................... 18 Preparing the Machine for Storage ................... 18 Removing the Machine from Storage ................ 18 Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with EN ISO 5395:2013.
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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. This mark indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. decal131-4514b 131-4514 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2.
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Setup 1 g020722 Figure 5 Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. 3. Tighten the handle knobs firmly by hand. 4. Rotate the handle rearward to the operating position, and lock the handle at your desired height. Refer to Adjusting the Handle Height (page 8). 2 • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle.
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7. 3 • If the oil level on the dipstick is too low, carefully pour a small amount of oil into the oil-fill tube, wait 3 minutes, and repeat steps 5 through 7 until the oil on the dipstick is at the correct level. Filling the Engine with Oil • If the oil level on the dipstick is too high, drain No Parts Required the excess oil until the oil on the dipstick is at the correct level; refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 15).
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Product Overview g015114 Figure 10 g027258 Figure 9 1. Upper handle 8. Air filter 2. Traction-assist handle 9. Spark plug 3. Blade-control bar 10. Oil-fill tube/dipstick 4. Grass bag 11. Bag-on-demand lever 5. Rear deflector 12. Cutting-height lever (2) 6. Fuel-tank cap 13. Recoil-start handle 7. Washout port (not shown) 3. Hook the top and side channels of the bag onto the top and sides of the frame, respectively (Figure 9).
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Operation – Store fuel in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children. • Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term Note: Determine the left and right sides of the exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. machine from the normal operating position. – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Before Operation – Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. Before Operation Safety – Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin.
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g012127 Figure 12 g007284 1. Full 2. High Figure 13 3. Add 1. Handle lock 3. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth. 4. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, but do not screw it in, then remove the dipstick. 5. Read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure 12). 2. Handle positions Adjusting the Cutting Height • If the oil level on the dipstick is too low Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all the cutting-height levers to the same height.
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During Operation • Check the grass catcher components and the discharge chute frequently for any wear or deterioration and replace them with the manufacturer's recommended parts when necessary. During Operation Safety • Use accessories and attachments approved by General Safety The Toro® Company only. • Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection; long pants; slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long hair, secure loose clothing, and do not wear loose jewelry.
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Shutting Off the Engine Service Interval: Before each use or daily To shut off the engine, release the blade-control bar. Important: When you release the blade-control bar, the engine should shut off and the blade should stop within 3 seconds. If they do not, stop using your machine immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Recycling the Clippings g012133 Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.
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Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. WARNING A worn grass bag could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or death. Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. WARNING The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury.
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Operating Tips • If there are more than 13 cm (5 inches) of leaves on the lawn, mow at a higher cutting height and then again at the desired cutting height. General Mowing Tips • Slow down your mowing speed if the machine • Inspect the area where you will use the machine does not cut the leaves finely enough. and remove all objects that the machine could throw. After Operation • Avoid striking solid objects with the blade. Never deliberately mow over any object.
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Cleaning under the Machine Folding the Handle Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING For best results, clean the machine soon after you have completed mowing. 1. Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. Lower the machine to the lowest cutting-height setting. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 8). 2. Move the machine onto a level surface. • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle. 3.
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Maintenance Important: Refer to your engine owner’s manual for additional maintenance procedures. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 5 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily Every 100 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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Servicing the Air Filter 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-filter cover (Figure 24). Yearly Note: Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. Engine Oil Specifications Engine oil capacity 0.55 L (18.6 fl oz) Oil viscosity SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 detergent oil API service classification SJ or higher 1.
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Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 100 hours Use a Champion RL87YC spark plug or equivalent. 1. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 23). 3. Clean around the spark plug. 4. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head. Important: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty spark plug. Do not clean the electrodes because grit entering the cylinder can damage the engine. 5. Set the gap on the plug to 0.76 mm (0.
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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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Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. 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 as directed on the label. 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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Notes:
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