Operator's Manual

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FormNo.3363-926RevE

53cmRecycler

LawnMower

ModelNo.20995—SerialNo.310000001andUp

ModelNo.20995—SerialNo.311000001andUp

ModelNo.20996—SerialNo.311000001andUp

ModelNo.20996—SerialNo.310000001andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thisrotary-blade,walk-behindlawnmoweris

intendedtobeusedbyresidentialhomeowners.

Itisdesignedprimarilyforcuttinggrasson

well-maintainedlawnsonresidentialproperties.It

isnotdesignedforcuttingbrushorforagricultural

uses.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperate

andmaintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoidinjury

andproductdamage.Youareresponsibleforoperating

theproductproperlyandsafely.

YoumaycontactTorodirectlyatwww .Toro.comfor

productandaccessoryinformation,helpndingadealer,

ortoregisteryourproduct.

Wheneveryouneedservice,genuineToroparts,

oradditionalinformation,contactanAuthorized

ServiceDealerorToroCustomerServiceandhave

themodelandserialnumbersofyourproductready.

Figure1identiesthelocationofthemodelandserial

numbersontheproduct.

Figure1

1.Modelandserialnumberplate

Writetheproductmodelandserialnumbersinthespace

below:

ModelNo.

SerialNo.

Thismanualidentiespotentialhazardsandhassafety

messagesidentiedbythesafetyalertsymbol(Figure2),

whichsignalsahazardthatmaycauseseriousinjury

ordeathifyoudonotfollowtherecommended

precautions.

Figure2

1.Safetyalertsymbol

Thismanualusestwowordstohighlightinformation.

Importantcallsattentiontospecialmechanical

informationandNoteemphasizesgeneralinformation

worthyofspecialattention.

ThisproductcomplieswithallrelevantEuropean

directives.Fordetails,seetheseparateproductspecic

DeclarationofConformity(DOC)sheet.

Formodelswithstatedenginehorsepower,thegross

horsepoweroftheenginewaslaboratoryratedbythe

enginemanufacturerinaccordancewithSAEJ1940.

Asconguredtomeetsafety,emission,andoperating

requirements,theactualenginehorsepoweronthisclass

oflawnmowerwillbesignicantlylower.

Donottamperwiththeenginecontrolsoralterthe

governorspeed;doingsomaycreateanunsafecondition

resultinginpersonalinjury.

Safety

Improperlyusingormaintainingthismowercan

resultininjury.Toreducethepotentialforinjury,

complywiththesesafetyinstructions.

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OriginalInstructions(EN)

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Summary of content (24 pages)

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Form No. 3363-926 Rev E 53cm Recycler® Lawn Mower Model No. 20995—Serial No. 310000001 and Up Model No. 20995—Serial No. 311000001 and Up Model No. 20996—Serial No. 311000001 and Up Model No. 20996—Serial No. 310000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction Model No. 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.
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Preparation Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with the following instructions may result in personal injury. • While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals. • Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and other foreign objects.
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• Stop the blade if the lawn mower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass and when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed. • If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this out-doors. • Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Operating an engine at excessive speed can increase the hazard of personal injury. • Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
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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. 110-9457 1. Engine switch Off 3. Unlocked 2. Engine switch On 4. Locked 107-1946 1. Handle Upright 3. Release foot switch to fold handle 2. Handle folded 112-8760 1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. 2.
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Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 1 114-2820 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 4. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts. 2. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. 5. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—remove the ignition key and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 6.
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Note: If you overfill the engine, pour some oil out of it as directed in Changing the Engine Oil. 3. Install the dipstick securely. Important: Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours; change it yearly thereafter. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil. 3 Install the Mulch Plug or Grass Bag Figure 5 No Parts Required 2 Procedure You must correctly install the mulch plug (for mulching or side-discharging) or grass bag (for bagging) or the engine will not start.
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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. Product Overview Figure 8 2. Squeeze the button on the lever with your thumb and fully insert the mulch plug into the opening (Figure 9). Figure 11 Model 20995 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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Operation Filling the Fuel Tank DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or mower directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object. • Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold. Wipe up spills. Figure 12 Model 20996 1. Cutting height lever (4) 5. Recoil start handle 2. Air filter 3. Fuel tank cap 6. Blade control bar 7.
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Checking the Engine Oil Level Note: To raise the mower, move all 4 cutting height levers forward; to lower the mower, move them all rearward (Figure 16). Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the dipstick (Figure 15). Figure 16 Note: The cutting height settings are 1 inch (25 mm); 1-1/2 inches (38 mm); 2 inches (51 mm); 2-1/2 inches (64 mm); 3 inches (76 mm); 3-1/2 inches (89 mm); 4 inches (102 mm); and 4-1/2 inches (114 mm).
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Starting the Engine Important: The mower has a safety system that prevents you from starting the mower unless you first install the mulch plug or the grass bag securely on the mower. 1. Install the mulch plug (Figure 20) or the grass bag (Figure 21) on the mower. Figure 18 3. Tighten the upper handle knob firmly (Figure 19). Figure 20 Figure 19 Figure 21 2. Hold the blade control bar against the handle and pull the recoil starter (Figure 22 or Figure 23).
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Using the Self-propel Drive Model 20995 only To operate the self-propel drive, squeeze the self-propel drive bar (Figure 24) toward the handle and hold it. Figure 24 Figure 22 Model 20995 only 1. Self-propel drive bar 1. Blade control bar To disengage the self-propel drive, release the self-propel drive bar. Note: The maximum self-propel ground speed is fixed. To reduce the ground speed, increase the space between the self-propel drive bar and the handle.
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Mulching the Clippings Your mower comes from the factory ready to mulch the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. If the grass bag is on the mower, remove it (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before mulching the clippings. If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and lock the side discharge door (refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute) before mulching the clippings.
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Bagging the Clippings Important: The mower has a safety switch that prevents you from starting the mower unless you first install the grass bag securely on the mower. Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and lock the side discharge door (refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute) before bagging the clippings. WARNING The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury.
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Installing the Side Discharge Chute 1. Unlock the side discharge door (Figure 35). Figure 35 2. Lift open the side discharge door (Figure 36). Figure 34 Side-discharging the Clippings Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass. If the bag is on the mower, remove it and insert the mulch plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before side-discharging the clippings. Figure 36 3. Install the side discharge chute and close the door onto the chute (Figure 37).
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– Replace the blade or have it sharpened. – Walk at a slower pace while mowing. – Raise the cutting height on your mower. – Cut the grass more frequently. – Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath with each pass. Figure 38 – Set the cutting height on the front wheels one notch lower than the rear wheels. For example, set the front wheels at 2 inches (51 mm) and the rear wheels at 2-1/2 inches (64 mm).
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Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 5 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • Check the engine oil level. • Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade control bar. • Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the mower.
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Figure 40 2. Replace the air filter (Figure 41). Figure 42 3. Tip the mower onto its side, with the air filter up, to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube (Figure 43). Figure 41 3. Install the cover. Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Yearly Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. Figure 43 1. Perform the pre-maintenance procedures; refer to Preparing for Maintenance. 4.
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Figure 46 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 47). Figure 44 5. Install the dipstick securely. 6. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling center. Lubricating the Wheel Gears Figure 47 Service Interval: Yearly 1. Remove the wheel bolt in the center of each rear wheel and remove the rear wheels. 2.
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1 Figure 48 1. 1 to 1-1/2 inches (25 to 38 mm) 4. Cable support nut 2. Self-propel drive bar 5. Cable support G009696 3. Cable jacket Figure 49 1. Cable mount 2. Hold the self-propel bail 1 to 1-1/2 inches (25 to 38 mm) from the handle (Figure 48). 2. Pull the upper handle back fully rearward. 3. Pull down the cable jacket (toward the mower) until there is no slack in the cable (Figure 48). Note: If the handle does not move smoothly, refer to Lubricating the Upper Handle. 4.
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Figure 51 1. Cable mount 2. Cable jacket Note: Moving the cable jacket upward decreases the ground speed; moving the jacket downward increases the ground speed. 5. Tighten the nut firmly. Figure 52 6. Start the mower and check the adjustment. Note: If the self-propel drive is not properly adjusted, repeat this procedure. 4. Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware (Figure 52). 5. Install the new blade and all mounting hardware (Figure 52).
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Folding the Handle WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. Figure 53 • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle. 2. When no more clippings come out, stop the water and move the mower to a dry area. • If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 3. Run the engine for a few minutes to dry the housing to prevent it from rusting. 1.
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2. Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque wrench to 15 ft-lb (20 N-m). 3. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 4. Test the mower safety system; refer to Testing the Mower Safety System. Testing the Mower Safety System 1. Move the mower to a level surface. 2. Stop the engine on the mower and wait for all moving parts to stop. 3. If the grass bag is not attached to the mower, remove the discharge plug and install the grass bag. 4.
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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 Ibea S.P.A. Irriamc Irrigation Products Int'l Pvt Ltd. Jean Heybroek b.v. Lely (U.K.
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The Toro Warranty Conditions and Products Covered The Toro® Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair the Toro Product listed below if used for residential purposes* if defective in materials or workmanship. Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or workmanship, follow this procedure: 1. Contact your seller to arrange service of the product.