Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsLawn MowersToro 20899

FormNo.3376-875RevA

53cmSuperBaggerLawnMower

ModelNo.20899—SerialNo.313000001andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thisrotary-blade,walk-behindlawnmowerisintended

tobeusedbyresidentialhomeowners.Itisdesigned

primarilyforcuttinggrassonwell-maintainedlawns

onresidentialproperties.Itisnotdesignedforcutting

brushorforagriculturaluses.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperateand

maintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoidinjuryand

productdamage.Youareresponsibleforoperatingthe

productproperlyandsafely.

YoumaycontactTorodirectlyatwww .Toro.comforproduct

andaccessoryinformation,helpndingadealer,ortoregister

yourproduct.

Wheneveryouneedservice,genuineToroparts,oradditional

information,contactanAuthorizedServiceDealerorToro

CustomerServiceandhavethemodelandserialnumbersof

yourproductready.Figure1identiesthelocationofthe

modelandserialnumbersontheproduct.

Figure1

1.Modelandserialnumberplate

Writetheproductmodelandserialnumbersinthespace

below:

ModelNo.

SerialNo.

Thismanualidentiespotentialhazardsandhassafety

messagesidentiedbythesafetyalertsymbol(

Figure2),

whichsignalsahazardthatmaycauseseriousinjuryordeath

ifyoudonotfollowtherecommendedprecautions.

Figure2

1.Safetyalertsymbol

Thismanualuses2wordstohighlightinformation.

Importantcallsattentiontospecialmechanicalinformation

andNoteemphasizesgeneralinformationworthyofspecial

attention.

ThisproductcomplieswithallrelevantEuropeandirectives.

Fordetails,seetheseparateproduct-specicDeclarationof

Conformity(DOC)sheet.

Formodelswithstatedenginehorsepower,thegross

horsepoweroftheenginewaslaboratoryratedbytheengine

manufacturerinaccordancewithSAEJ1940.Ascongured

tomeetsafety,emission,andoperatingrequirements,the

actualenginehorsepoweronthisclassoflawnmowerwill

besignicantlylower.

Donottamperwiththeenginecontrolsoralterthegovernor

speed;doingsomaycreateanunsafeconditionresultingin

personalinjury.

Contents

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

GeneralLawnMowerSafety.....................................2

SoundPressure......................................................3

SoundPower..........................................................3

Hand/ArmVibration..............................................3

SafetyandInstructionalDecals.................................4

Setup............................................................................5

1UnfoldingtheHandle............................................5

2InstallingtheRecoil-starterRopeintheRope

Guide.................................................................5

3FillingtheEnginewithOil......................................5

4InstallingtheMulchPlugortheGrass

Bag....................................................................6

ProductOverview..........................................................8

Specications.........................................................8

Operation.....................................................................8

FillingtheFuelTank................................................8

CheckingtheEngineOilLevel..................................9

AdjustingtheCuttingHeight....................................9

AdjustingtheUpperHandleHeight...........................9

StartingtheEngine.................................................10

UsingtheSelf-propelDrive......................................11

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Summary of content (24 pages)

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Form No. 3376-875 Rev A 53cm Super Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 20899—Serial No. 313000001 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. Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage.
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• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for Stopping the Engine ...............................................11 Mulching the Clippings ...........................................11 Bagging the Clippings .............................................11 Side-discharging the Clippings..................................13 Operating Tips ......................................................13 Maintenance .................................................................
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• Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank and • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. inside a building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is • Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. running.
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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. 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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Setup 2 Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. Installing the Recoil-starter Rope in the Rope Guide 1 No Parts Required Unfolding the Handle Procedure No Parts Required Important: To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter rope in the rope guide. Procedure Pull the recoil-starter rope through the rope guide on the handle (Figure 5). 1.
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4 Installing the Mulch Plug or the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure You must correctly install either the mulch plug (for recycling or side-discharging the grass clippings) or the grass bag; otherwise, the engine will not start. The machine has a safety switch (located at the bottom of the channel on the upper right rear of the machine) that prevents the machine from operating without a mulch plug or a grass bag in place.
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Figure 10 Figure 8 Note: If the lever does not latch properly, disconnect the wire from the spark plug and check for and remove any debris buildup in the tunnel. 2. Squeeze the button on the lever with your thumb, and fully insert the mulch plug into the opening (Figure 9). Figure 9 3. Release the button on the lever and ensure that the top of the lever is lies fully in the switch channel (Figure 10).
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Product Overview Operation 4 Filling the Fuel Tank 3 5 DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. 6 7 2 • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or machine directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object. 8 1 • Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold. Wipe up spills. 9 10 • Do not handle gasoline when smoking or around an open flame or sparks.
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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. 6. Install the dipstick into the oil-fill tube securely. Adjusting the Cutting Height 3. Install the fuel tank cap and tighten it securely by hand. WARNING Checking the Engine Oil Level Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Note: Max fill: 0.55 l (0.
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Figure 16 2. Move the upper handle to the desired position (Figure 17). Figure 19 Figure 17 3. Tighten the upper handle knob as tight as you can (Figure 18). Figure 20 2. Turn the fuel valve lever to the On position (Figure 21). Figure 18 Starting the Engine Figure 21 Important: The machine has a safety switch that prevents you from starting the machine unless you first install the mulch plug or the grass bag securely on the machine. 3.
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Note: If the machine still does not start, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 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. Stopping the Engine To stop the engine, release the blade control bar (Figure 23). Figure 24 1.
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Removing the Grass Bag 1. Route the starter rope around the lower-rope guide (Figure 28). Figure 25 Figure 28 2. Route the starter rope around the lower-rope guide (Figure 26). 2. Lift the grass-bag handle out from the grooves at the top of the machine, and remove the bag from the machine (Figure 29). G010270 Figure 26 Figure 29 Note: The lower rope guide releases the starter rope when you pull the recoil-start handle. 3. Insert the mulch plug (Figure 30). 3.
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Side-discharging the Clippings Removing the Side-discharge Chute Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass. To remove the side-discharge chute, reverse the steps above. Important: Lock the side-discharge door after you close it (Figure 34). If the grass bag is on the machine, remove it before side-discharging the clippings; refer to Removing the Grass Bag (page 12).
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• Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse the • wheels at 51 mm (2 in) and the rear wheels at 64 mm (2-1/2 in). clippings over the lawn for even fertilization. If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try one or more of the following: – Replace the blade or have it sharpened. – Walk at a slower pace while mowing. – Raise the cutting height on your machine. – Cut the grass more frequently. – Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath with each pass.
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Changing the Engine Oil WARNING Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to leak. Gasoline is flammable and explosive, and can cause personal injury. Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Yearly 1. Move the machine to a level surface. Run the engine dry or remove the gasoline with a hand pump; never siphon. 2. Ensure that the fuel tank contains little or no fuel so that fuel does not leak out when you tip the machine onto its side. Servicing the Air Filter 3.
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Lubricating the Upper Handle 12. Remove the dipstick and read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure 40). Service Interval: Yearly Lubricate the left and right sides of the upper handle with a low-viscosity silicone spray lubricant. 1. Spray the outer plastic end of the inner handle (Figure 41). Figure 41 Note: Use the straw that comes with the spray can to direct the spray. 2. Push the upper handle fully down and spray the inner plastic surface of the outer handle (Figure 42).
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Adjusting the Self-propel Drive If your machine does not self-propel properly, adjust the self-propel-drive cable. 1. Loosen the nut on the cable mount (Figure 43). Figure 45 1. Cable mount 2. Cable jacket Important: Moving the cable jacket upward decreases the ground speed; moving the jacket downward increases the ground speed. 5. Tighten the nut firmly. 6. Start the mower and check the adjustment. Note: If the self-propel drive is not properly adjusted, repeat this procedure. Figure 43 1.
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Cleaning under the Machine Housing Service Interval: After each use WARNING The machine may dislodge material from under the machine housing. • Wear eye protection. • Stay in the operating position (behind the handle) when the engine is running. • Do not allow bystanders in the area. Figure 46 For best results, clean under the machine housing soon after you have completed mowing. 4. Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware (Figure 46). 1.
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Storage 2. Move the handle to the upright position (Figure 50). Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Machine for Storage WARNING Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • Do not store the machine in an enclosure near an open flame. • Allow the engine to cool before storing it. G020809 Figure 50 1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer to the fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer. Forward Position 2.
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Removing the Machine from Storage 1. Check and tighten all fasteners. 2. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow excess oil from the cylinder. 3. Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque wrench to 20 N-m (15 ft-lb). 4. Perform any needed maintenance procedures; refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 14). 5. Check the engine oil level; refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level (page 9). 6.
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Notes: 21
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International Distributor List Distributor: Atlantis Su ve Sulama Sisstemleri Lt Balama Prima Engineering Equip. B-Ray Corporation Casco Sales Company Ceres S.A. CSSC Turf Equipment (pvt) Ltd. Cyril Johnston & Co. Equiver Femco S.A. G.Y.K. Company Ltd. Geomechaniki of Athens Guandong Golden Star Hako Ground and Garden Hako Ground and Garden Hayter Limited (U.K.) Hydroturf Int. Co Dubai Hydroturf Egypt LLC Irriamc Irrigation Products Int'l Pvt Ltd. Jean Heybroek b.v.
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The Toro Warranty and The Toro GTS Starting Guarantee Conditions and Products Covered The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair for the original purchaser1the Toro Product listed below if defective in materials or workmanship or if the Toro GTS (Guaranteed to Start) engine will not start on the first or second pull, provided the routine maintenance required in the Operator's Manual have been performed.