Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsLawn MowersToro 20899

FormNo.3418-989RevC

53cmSuperBaggerLawnMower

ModelNo.20899—SerialNo.401000000andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thisrotary-blade,walk-behindlawnmowerisintended

tobeusedbyresidentialhomeowners.Itisdesigned

primarilyforcuttinggrassonwell-maintainedlawns

onresidentialproperties.Itisnotdesignedforcutting

brushorforagriculturaluses.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperate

andmaintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoid

injuryandproductdamage.Youareresponsiblefor

operatingtheproductproperlyandsafely.

YoumaycontactT orodirectlyatwww.Toro.comfor

productandaccessoryinformation,helpndinga

dealer,ortoregisteryourproduct.

Wheneveryouneedservice,genuineToroparts,or

additionalinformation,contactanAuthorizedService

DealerorToroCustomerServiceandhavethemodel

andserialnumbersofyourproductready.Figure1

identiesthelocationofthemodelandserialnumbers

ontheproduct.Writethenumbersinthespace

provided.

Important:Withyoursmartphoneortablet,scan

theQRcodeontheserialnumberdecaltoaccess

warranty,parts,andotherproductinformation.

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1.Modelandserialnumberlocation

ModelNo.

SerialNo.

Thismanualidentiespotentialhazardsandhas

safetymessagesidentiedbythesafety-alertsymbol

(Figure2),whichsignalsahazardthatmaycause

seriousinjuryordeathifyoudonotfollowthe

recommendedprecautions.

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Safety-alertsymbol

Thismanualuses2wordstohighlightinformation.

Importantcallsattentiontospecialmechanical

informationandNoteemphasizesgeneralinformation

worthyofspecialattention.

ThisproductcomplieswithallrelevantEuropean

directives.Fordetails,seetheseparate

product-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.

Contents

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

Safety.......................................................................2

GeneralSafety...................................................2

SafetyandInstructionalDecals..........................3

Setup........................................................................4

1UnfoldingtheHandle.......................................4

2InstallingtheRecoil-StarterRopeinthe

RopeGuide.....................................................4

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

4InstallingtheMulchPlugortheGrass

Bag.................................................................5

5AssemblingtheGrassBag...............................7

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

Specications....................................................8

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

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Summary of content (24 pages)

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Form No. 3418-989 Rev C 53cm Super Bagger Lawn Mower Model No. 20899—Serial No. 401000000 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction g000502 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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Safety Before Operation ................................................... 8 Before Operation Safety ..................................... 8 Filling the Fuel Tank ............................................ 9 Checking the Engine-Oil Level............................ 9 Adjusting the Upper Handle Height ................... 10 Adjusting the Cutting Height ............................. 10 During Operation ................................................. 10 During Operation Safety ...........................
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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. decal114-2820 114-2820 110-9457 3. Unlocked 2. Engine switch On 4. Locked 4. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts. 2.
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Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 1 Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure 1. decal121-2370 121–2370 1. Handle in raised position Move the handle rearward and hold the upper handle in place (Figure 3). 3. Foot pedal location 2. Handle in lowered position g010260 Figure 3 2. Tighten the upper handle knob as tight as you can (Figure 4).
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2 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure 6). 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. Hold the blade-control bar to the upper handle and pull the recoil-starter rope through the rope guide on the handle (Figure 5). g232743 Figure 6 1. Full 2.
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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. g005308 Figure 8 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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Note: Do not slip the bag over the handle (Figure 11). 2. Hook the bottom channel of the bag onto the bottom of the frame (Figure 12). g005310 Figure 10 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. 5 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure 1. Slip the grass bag over the frame as shown in Figure 11. g027157 Figure 12 3. g027156 Figure 11 1. Handle 3. Grass bag 2.
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Product Overview Operation Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Become familiar with the safe operation of the • • • g012244 Figure 13 1. Cutting-height lever (4) 6. Upper-handle knob 2. Oil fill/dipstick (not shown) 7. Fuel-tank cap 3. Recoil-start handle 4. Blade-control bar 5. Upper handle • 8. Foot pedal 9. Air filter 10. Spark plug equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
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Checking the Engine-Oil Level – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. – Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. – Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin. 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure 16). 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).
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Adjusting the Upper Handle Adjusting the Cutting Height Height Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set the front wheels to the same height as the rear wheels (Figure 20). You may raise or lower the upper handle to a position comfortable for you. Note: You cannot raise the upper handle higher than Note: To raise the machine, move all the the angle of the lower handle. 1. cutting-height levers forward; to lower the machine, move all the cutting-height levers rearward.
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Starting the Engine immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 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. • Keep bystanders, especially small children, out of the operating area. Stop the machine if anyone enters the area. • Always look down and behind you before moving 1. the machine in reverse.
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Mulching the Clippings Your machine comes from the factory ready to mulch the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. If the grass bag is on the machine, remove it; refer to Removing the Grass Bag (page 13) before mulching the clippings. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it and lock the side-discharge deflector; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 15) before mulching the clippings. g010335 Figure 24 1.
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Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want 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 at 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.
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Side-Discharging the Clippings Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass. If the grass bag is on the machine, remove it before side-discharging the clippings; refer to Removing the Grass Bag (page 13). Important: The machine has a safety switch that prevents you from starting the machine unless you first install the mulch plug securely on the machine; refer to Mulching the Clippings (page 12). g010269 Figure 30 2.
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Removing the Side-Discharge Chute • Be aware of a potential fire hazard in very dry To remove the side-discharge chute, lift up the side deflector, remove the side-discharge chute, and lower the side-discharge deflector. • Important: Lock the side-discharge deflector after you close it (Figure 34). • g231921 conditions, follow all local fire warnings, and keep the machine free of dry grass and leaf debris. Alternate the mowing direction.
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1. Lower the machine to its lowest cutting-height setting. 2. Move the machine onto a paved level surface. 3. With the engine running and the blade engaged, spray a stream of water in front of the right, rear wheel (Figure 35). Note: The water will splash into the path of the blade, cleaning out the clippings. g020809 Figure 37 g002600 Figure 35 4. 5. Forward Position When no more clippings come out, stop the water and move the machine to a dry area.
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Maintenance Important: Refer to your engine owner’s manual for additional maintenance procedures. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Before each use or daily Maintenance Procedure • Ensure that the engine shuts off within 3 seconds after releasing the blade-control bar. • Check the air filter for dirt and damage and clean or replace it if necessary. After each use • Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the machine. Every 25 hours • Clean the blade-stop system shield.
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Servicing the Air Filter Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: Yearly 1. Yearly Note: Run the engine a few minutes before changing Press down on the latch tabs on top of the air-filter cover (Figure 40). the oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. Engine Oil Specifications g002902 Figure 40 Engine oil capacity 0.55 L (18.
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Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive • 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 8 through 10 until the oil level on the dipstick is correct. If your machine does not self-propel properly, adjust the self-propel-drive cable. • If the oil level on the dipstick is too high, 1. drain the excess oil until the oil level on the dipstick is correct. Loosen the nut on the cable mount (Figure 46).
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Replacing the Blade Service Interval: Yearly—Replace the blade or have it sharpened (more frequently if the edge dulls quickly). 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.
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Cleaning the Blade-Stop System Shield Service Interval: Every 25 hours 1. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug; refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 17). 2. Tip the machine onto its side with the dipstick down. 3. Remove the 2 blade nuts and the stiffener (Figure 50). g003133 Figure 50 1. Blade nuts 2. Stiffener 4. Blade driver 5. Anti-scalp disk 3. Blade 6. Blade-stop system shield 4. Remove the blade (Figure 50). 5.
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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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