Toro 55cm Recycler Lawn Mower Walk Behind Mower Operator's Manual

Form No. 3408-944 Rev A
55cm
Recycler®
Lawn Mower
Model No. 20960—Serial No. 400000000 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. You are responsible for operating the
product properly and safely.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product
and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register
your product.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional
information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro
Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of
your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the
model and serial numbers on the product.
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Figure 2
1. Safety-alert symbol
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical information
and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
This product complies with all relevant European directives.
For details, please see the separate product specific
Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet.
Net Torque: The gross or net torque of this engine was
laboratory rated by the engine manufacturer in accordance
with the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940.
As configured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class of mower
will be significantly lower. Go to www.Toro.com to view
specifications on your mower model.
Contents
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Figure 1
1. Model and serial number plate
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety
messages identified by the safety-alert symbol (Figure 2),
which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death
if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
© 2016—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Register at www.Toro.com.
Introduction .................................................................. 1
Safety ........................................................................... 2
General Safety......................................................... 2
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 3
Setup ............................................................................ 4
1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle ..................... 4
2 Installing the Recoil-starter Rope in the Rope
Guide................................................................. 5
3 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 5
4 Assembling the Grass Bag ...................................... 7
Product Overview .......................................................... 8
Specifications ......................................................... 8
Operation ..................................................................... 8
Before Operation ....................................................... 8
Before Operation Safety ........................................... 8
Filling the Fuel Tank ................................................ 9
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.................................. 9
Adjusting the Handle Height....................................10
Adjusting the Cutting Height....................................10
During Operation .....................................................10
During Operating Safety..........................................10
Starting the Engine .................................................11
Using the Self-Propel Drive .....................................11
Using the Traction-Assist Handle .............................12
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
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Safety
Shutting Off the Engine ..........................................12
Recycling the Clippings ...........................................12
Bagging the Clippings .............................................12
Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever .......................13
Side-Discharging the Clippings.................................13
Operating Tips ......................................................13
After Operation ........................................................14
After Operating Safety ............................................14
Cleaning under the Machine.....................................14
Folding the Handle .................................................15
Maintenance .................................................................17
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ......................17
Maintenance Safety.................................................17
Preparing for Maintenance.......................................17
Servicing the Air Filter ............................................18
Changing the Engine Oil .........................................18
Replacing the Blade ................................................19
Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive ................................20
Storage ........................................................................20
Preparing the Machine for Storage ............................20
Removing the Machine from Storage.........................20
This machine has been designed in accordance with EN ISO
5395:2013.
General Safety
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious personal injury.
Using this product for purposes other than its intended use
could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.
• Read and understand the contents of this Operator’s Manual
before starting the engine.
• Do not put your hands or feet near moving components
of the machine.
• Do not operate the machine without all guards and other
safety protective devices in place and working on the
machine.
• Keep clear of any discharge opening. Keep bystanders a
safe distance away from the machine.
• Keep children out of the operating area. Never allow
children to operate the machine.
• Stop the machine and shut off the engine before servicing,
fueling, or unclogging the machine.
Improperly using or maintaining this machine can result
in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with
these safety instructions and always pay attention to the
safety-alert symbol, which means Caution, Warning, or
Danger—personal safety instruction. Failure to comply with
these instructions may result in personal injury or death.
You can find additional items of safety information in their
respective sections throughout this manual.
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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.
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Manufacturer's Mark
1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original
machine manufacturer.
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112-8760
1. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance
away from the machine.
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2. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from
moving parts.
125-5026
1. Recycling on
2. Bagging on
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112-8867
1. Lock
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131-4514
2. Unlock
1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual.
2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards and
shields in place.
3. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade—disconnect the spark-plug wire and read the
instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.
4. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance
away from the machine.
5. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade—do not operate up and down slopes; operate side
to side on slopes; shut off the engine before leaving the
operating position; and look behind you when backing up.
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Setup
Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic
sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or
wrapping on the machine.
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Assembling and Unfolding the
Handle
No Parts Required
Procedure
1. Remove and save the 2 handle knobs and 2 carriage
bolts from the handle brackets (Figure 3).
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Traction Adjustment
1. Attention; read the
2. Scan the QR code for
Operator's Manual—1)
more information on
Loosen the knob by turning
traction adjustment.
it counterclockwise; 2) Pull
the cable(s) away from
the engine to decrease
the traction, or push the
cable(s) toward the engine
to increase the traction;
3) Tighten the knob by
turning it clockwise.
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Figure 3
1. Handle knob (2)
2. Carriage bolt (2)
2. Install the handle ends onto the mower housing so that
the pin attached to each handle bracket is in the lower
hole of its related handle end (Figure 4).
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Figure 4
1. Pin
2. Handle end
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Figure 6
Note: The pins do not show through the holes in the
handle ends when the handle is in the folded position.
1. Handle knob
3. Unfold the handle to the operating position by rotating
it rearward (Figure 5).
2. Carriage bolt
5. Loosely install the handle knobs onto the carriage bolts.
6. Refer to steps 3 through 5 of Adjusting the Handle
Height (page 10).
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Installing the Recoil-starter
Rope in the Rope Guide
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No Parts Required
Figure 5
1. Operating position
2. Folded position
Procedure
Important: To start the engine safely and easily
whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter
rope in the rope guide.
4. Insert the carriage bolt (with the bolt head toward
the inside) through the upper or lower square hole in
handle bracket and the upper hole in the handle end
(Figure 6).
Hold the blade-control bar to the upper handle and pull the
recoil-starter rope through the rope guide on the handle
(Figure 7).
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Figure 7
1. Recoil-starter rope
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2. Rope guide
• If the oil level is below the Add mark on the
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dipstick, carefully pour a small amount of oil into
the oil-fill tube, wait 3 minutes, and repeat steps 3
through 5 until the oil level is at the Full mark on
the dipstick.
Filling the Engine with Oil
• If the oil level is above the Full mark on the
dipstick, drain the excess oil until the oil level is at
the Full mark on the dipstick; refer to Changing
the Engine Oil (page 18).
No Parts Required
Procedure
Important: If the oil level in the engine is too
low or too high and you run the engine, you
may damage the engine.
Important: Your machine does not come with oil in
the engine, but it does come with a bottle of oil. Before
starting the engine, fill the engine with oil.
7. Install the dipstick securely.
Engine oil capacity: 0.47 L (16 oz)
Oil viscosity: SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 detergent oil
API service classification: SJ or higher
1. Move the machine to a level surface.
2. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap
counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure 8).
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Figure 8
1. Dipstick
3. Full
2. Add
3. Carefully pour about 3/4 of the engine capacity of oil
into the oil-fill tube.
4. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.
Note: Wait 3 to 5 minutes for the oil to settle before
checking it.
5. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, then remove
the dipstick.
6. Read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure 8).
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Assembling the Grass Bag
No Parts Required
Procedure
1. Slip the grass bag over the frame as shown in Figure 9.
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2
3
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Figure 9
1. Handle
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Figure 10
3. Grass bag
2. Frame
3. Hook the top and side channels of the bag onto the top
and sides of the frame, respectively (Figure 10).
Note: Do not slip the bag over the handle (Figure 9).
2. Hook the bottom channel of the bag onto the bottom
of the frame (Figure 10).
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Product Overview
Operation
Before Operation
Before Operation Safety
General Safety
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment,
•
•
•
•
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Figure 11
1. Handle
8. Cutting-height lever (4)
2. Blade-control bar
9. Spark plug
3. Adjustment knob for the
self-propel drive
10. Side-discharge door
4. Oil fill/dipstick
11. Bag-on-demand lever
Fuel Safety
DANGER
5. Washout port (not shown) 12. Handle knob (2)
6. Fuel-tank cap
Fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive.
A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and
others and can damage property.
• To prevent a static charge from igniting the fuel,
place the container and/or machine directly on
the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on
an object.
• Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, when
the engine is cold. Wipe up any fuel that spills.
• Do not handle fuel when smoking or around an
open flame or sparks.
• Store fuel in an approved container and keep it
out of the reach of children.
13. Recoil-start handle
7. Air filter
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Figure 12
1. Grass bag
2. Side-discharge chute
WARNING
Specifications
Model
20960
Weight
37 kg
(81 lb)
Length
150 cm
(59
inches)
operator controls, and safety signs.
Check that all guards and safety devices, such as doors
and/or grass catchers, are in place and working properly.
Always inspect the machine to ensure that the blades,
blade bolts, and cutting assembly are not worn or
damaged.
Inspect the area where you will use the machine and
remove all objects that the machine could throw.
Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact
with the moving blade, causing serious injury.
– Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop.
– Do not put your fingers under the housing when
adjusting the cutting height.
Width
58 cm
(23
inches)
Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term
exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and
illness.
• 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.
Height
107 cm
(42
inches)
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Filling the Fuel Tank
Checking the Engine-Oil Level
• For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating
method).
1. Move the machine to a level surface.
2. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap
counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure 14).
• ETHANOL: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol)
or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume
is acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same.
Gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15) by volume is not
approved for use. Never use gasoline that contains more
than 10% ethanol by volume, such as E15 (contains 15%
ethanol), E20 (contains 20% ethanol), or E85 (contains
up to 85% ethanol ). Using unapproved gasoline may
cause performance problems and/or engine damage
which may not be covered under warranty.
• Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
• Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or in fuel
containers over the winter unless fuel stabilizer has been
added to the fuel.
• Do not add oil to gasoline.
Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a
major name-brand service station (Figure 13).
Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel
stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with gasoline
less than 30 days old.
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Figure 14
1. Dipstick
3. Full
2. Add
3. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.
4. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, then remove
the dipstick.
5. Read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure 14).
• If the oil is below the Add mark on the dipstick,
slowly pour a small amount of oil into the oil-fill
tube, wait 3 minutes, and then repeat steps 3
through 5 until the oil level is at the Full mark on
the dipstick.
• If the oil is above the Full mark on the dipstick,
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drain the excess oil until the oil level is at the Full
mark on the dipstick. To drain the excess oil, refer
to Changing the Engine Oil (page 18).
Figure 13
1. Do not fill the fuel tank above the bottom of the fuel-tank
neck.
Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is
too low or too high and you run the engine,
you may damage the engine.
6. Install the dipstick into the oil-fill tube securely.
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Adjusting the Handle Height
You can raise or lower the handle in 1 of 2 positions that is
more comfortable for you (Figure 15).
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Figure 15
1. Loosen both handle knobs until you can push the
square edges of the carriage bolts out of the square
holes in the handle brackets.
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Figure 16
1. Raise the machine
2. Push the knobs until they are loose.
3. Move the handle to the upper or lower height position.
2. Lower the machine
Note: The cutting height settings are 25 mm (1 inch); 35 mm
(1-3/8 inches); 44 mm (1-3/4 inches); 54 mm (2-1/8 inches);
64 mm (2-1/2 inches); 73 mm (2-7/8 inches); 83 mm (3-1/4
inches); 92 mm (3-5/8 inches); and 102 mm (4 inches).
4. Pull the knobs until the square edges of each carriage
bolt fits into its related square hole.
5. Tighten the handle knobs as tight as you can.
During Operation
Adjusting the Cutting Height
During Operating Safety
CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the muffler will be
hot and can severely burn you.
General Safety
• Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection;
Keep away from the hot muffler.
slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and hearing
protection. Tie back long hair, secure loose clothing, and
do not wear jewelry.
Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set the front wheels to
the same height as the rear wheels (Figure 16).
• Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the
Note: To raise the machine, move the front cutting-height
levers rearward and the rear cutting-height levers forward.
To lower the machine, move the front cutting-height levers
forward and the rear cutting-height levers rearward.
influence of alcohol or drugs.
• The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in
serious personal injury. Shut off the engine and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
• When you release the blade-control bar, the engine should
shut off and the blade should stop within 3 seconds. If
not, stop using your machine immediately and contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
• Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate the
machine when there is the risk of lightning.
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• Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and
2. Pull the recoil-start handle (Figure 18) lightly until
you feel resistance, then pull it sharply, and allow it to
return to the rope guide on the handle slowly.
contact the blade. Avoid mowing in wet conditions.
• Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view.
• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip-and-fall
accident.
• Stop the machine and inspect the blades after striking an
object or if there is an abnormal vibration in the machine.
Make all necessary repairs before resuming operation.
• Before leaving the operating position, shut off the engine,
and wait for all moving parts to stop.
• If the engine has been running the muffler will be hot and
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Figure 18
can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot muffler.
• Check the grass catcher components and the discharge
guard frequently and replace them with the manufacturer’s
recommended parts when necessary.
Note: If the machine does not start after several
attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
• Use accessories and attachments approved by the The
Toro® Company only.
Using the Self-Propel Drive
Slope Safety
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 (Figure 19).
• Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Use
extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
• Do not mow on excessively steep slopes. Poor footing
could cause a slip-and-fall accident.
• Mow with caution near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments.
Starting the Engine
1. Hold the blade-control bar against the handle (Figure
17).
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Figure 19
Note: If the machine does not freely roll backward after
self-propelling, stop walking, hold your hands in place, and
allow the machine to roll a couple of centimeters (inches)
forward to disengage the wheel drive. You can also try
reaching just under the upper handle to the metal handle and
push the machine forward a couple of centimeters (inches).
If the machine still does not roll backward easily, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
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Figure 17
1. Blade-control bar
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Using the Traction-Assist
Handle
Shutting Off the Engine
The traction-assist handle (Figure 20) allows you to use your
hands to control the speed of the machine instead of your
walking speed. This is helpful for turning tight corners
and going up hills, where you want the machine to move
but cannot move yourself. It is also useful for mowing at
maximum speed.
To shut off the engine, release the blade-control bar.
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Important: When you release the blade-control bar,
both the engine and blade should stop within 3 seconds.
If they do not stop properly, stop using your machine
immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Recycling the Clippings
Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle the
grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.
If the grass bag is on the machine and the bag-on-demand
lever is in the bagging position, move the lever to the recycling
position; refer to Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever (page
13). If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it;
refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 13).
Bagging the Clippings
Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf
clippings from the lawn.
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Figure 20
If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it; refer
to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 13). If the
bag-on-demand lever is in the recycling position, move it to
the bagging position; refer to Operating the Bag-on-Demand
Lever (page 13).
1. Traction-assist handle
1. Reach forward with your fingertips and grasp the
corners of the traction-assist handle (Figure 21).
Installing the Grass Bag
1. Raise and hold up the rear deflector (Figure 22).
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Figure 21
2. Squeeze the 2 handles together until the machine
achieves your desired ground speed.
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Figure 22
3. Release the traction-assist handle when you no longer
need it.
1. Rear deflector
3. Grass-bag pin (2)
2. Notches (2)
Important: The machine will continue to
self-propel until you release the traction-assist
handle and stop walking.
2. Install the grass bag, ensuring that the pins on the bag
rest in the notches on the handle (Figure 22).
3. Lower the rear deflector.
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Removing the Grass Bag
Side-Discharging the
Clippings
To remove the bag, reverse the steps in Installing the Grass
Bag (page 12).
Use side-discharging for cutting very tall grass.
Operating the Bag-on-Demand
Lever
If the grass bag is on the machine and the bag-on-demand
lever is in the bagging position, move the lever to the recycling
position; refer to Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever (page
13).
The bag-on-demand feature allows you to either collect or
recycle grass and leaf clippings while the grass bag is attached
to the machine.
Installing the Side-Discharge Chute
• To bag the grass and leaf clippings, press the button
Lift up the side deflector and install the side-discharge chute
(Figure 25).
on the bag-on-demand lever and move the lever forward
until the button on the lever pops up (Figure 23).
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Figure 23
1. Bag-on-demand lever (in the bagging position)
• To recycle or side-discharge the grass and leaf
clippings, press the button on the lever and move the
lever rearward until the button on the lever pops up.
Important: For proper operation, remove any grass
clippings and debris from the bag-on-demand door
and the surrounding opening (Figure 24) before you
move the bag-on-demand lever from 1 position to
another.
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Figure 25
Removing the Side-Discharge Chute
To remove the side-discharge chute, lift up the side deflector,
remove the side-discharge chute, and lower the side-discharge
deflector.
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Figure 24
Operating Tips
1. Clean here
General Mowing Tips
• Inspect the area where you will use the machine and
•
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remove all objects that the machine could throw.
Avoid striking solid objects with the blade. Never
deliberately mow over any object.
After Operation
• If the machine strikes an object or starts to vibrate,
immediately shut off the engine, disconnect the wire from
the spark plug, and examine the machine for damage.
After Operating Safety
• For best performance, install a new blade before the
cutting season begins.
General Safety
• Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro
replacement blade.
• Clean grass and debris from the machine to help prevent
fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
Cutting Grass
• Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine in
• Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do not
any enclosure.
cut below the 54 mm (2-1/8 inch) setting unless the grass
is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow
down. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 10).
• Never store the machine or fuel container where there is
an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water
heater or on other appliances.
• When cutting grass over 15 cm (6 inches) tall, mow at the
highest cutting height setting and walk slower; then mow
again at a lower setting for the best lawn appearance. If
the grass is too long, the machine may plug and cause
the engine to stall.
Hauling Safety
• Use care when loading or unloading the machine.
• Secure the machine from rolling.
• Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can
cause the machine to plug or the engine to stall. Avoid
mowing in wet conditions.
Cleaning under the Machine
• Be aware of a potential fire hazard in very dry conditions,
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
follow all local fire warnings, and keep the machine free
of dry grass and leaf debris.
WARNING
• Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse the
The machine may dislodge material from under the
machine.
clippings over the lawn for even fertilization.
• If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try 1
or more of the following:
• Wear eye protection.
– Replace the blade or have it sharpened.
• Stay in the operating position (behind the
handle) when the engine is running.
– Walk at a slower pace while mowing.
• Do not allow bystanders in the area.
– Raise the cutting height on your machine.
– Cut the grass more frequently.
For best results, clean the machine soon after you have
completed mowing.
– Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath
with each pass.
1. Move the machine onto a flat paved surface.
2. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop before leaving the operating position.
Cutting Leaves
• After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn shows
3. Lower the machine to its lowest cutting-height setting;
refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 10).
through the cut leaf cover. You may need to make more
than a single pass over the leaves.
4. Wash out the area under the rear deflector where the
clippings go from the housing to the grass bag.
• If there are more than 13 cm (5 inches) of leaves on the
lawn, set the front cutting height 1 or 2 notches higher
than the rear cutting height.
Note: Wash out the area with the bag-on-demand in
both the fully forward and fully rearward positions.
• Slow down your mowing speed if the machine does not
5. Attach a garden hose that is connected to a water
supply to the washout port (Figure 26).
cut the leaves finely enough.
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Figure 26
1. Washout port
6. Turn the water on.
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7. Start the engine and run it until there are no more
clippings that come out from under the machine.
Figure 27
1. Handle knob (2)
2. Carriage bolt (2)
8. Shut off the engine.
9. Shut off the water and disconnect the garden hose
from the machine.
2. Fold the handle by rotating it forward (Figure 28).
10. Start the engine and run it for a few minutes to dry the
underside of the machine to prevent it from rusting.
11. Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine
in an enclosed area.
Folding the Handle
WARNING
Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can
damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating
condition.
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Figure 28
1. Operating position
• Do not damage the cables when folding or
unfolding the handle.
2. Folded position
3. Insert the carriage bolt (with the bolt head toward the
inside) through the handle bracket and the upper hole
in the handle end. Ensure that the square edges of each
carriage bolt fits into the upper or lower square hole in
its related handle bracket (Figure 29).
• If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized
Service Dealer.
1. Remove and save the 2 handle knobs and 2 carriage
bolts from the handle brackets (Figure 27).
Important: Route the cables to the outside of the
handle knobs as you fold the handle.
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Figure 29
1. Handle knob (2)
2. Carriage bolt (2)
4. Loosely install the handle knobs and carriage bolts on
the handle brackets.
5. To unfold the handle, refer to 1 Assembling and
Unfolding the Handle (page 4).
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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
Before each use or daily
Every 25 hours
Yearly
Yearly or before storage
Maintenance Procedure
• Check the engine-oil level and add oil as needed.
• Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade-control bar.
• Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the machine.
• Service the air filter; service it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.
• Replace the air filter; replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.
• Replace the blade or have it sharpened (more frequently if the edge dulls quickly).
• Clean the air-cooling system; clean it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.
Refer to your engine manual.
• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before yearly storage.
Important: Refer to your engine manual for additional maintenance procedures.
Maintenance Safety
• Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug
before performing any maintenance procedure.
• Wear gloves and eye protection when servicing the
machine.
• The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in
serious personal injury. Wear gloves when servicing the
blade.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
• Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to leak. Fuel is
flammable and explosive, and can cause personal injury.
Run the engine dry to remove the fuel with a hand pump;
never siphon the fuel.
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Preparing for Maintenance
Figure 30
1. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop.
1. Spark-plug wire
2. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug
(Figure 30).
3. After performing the maintenance procedure(s),
connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug.
Important: Before tipping the machine to change
the oil or replace the blade, allow the fuel tank to
run dry through normal usage. If you must tip
the machine prior to running out of fuel, use a
hand fuel pump to remove the fuel. Always tip the
machine onto its side, with the dipstick down.
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Servicing the Air Filter
Service Interval: Every 25 hours
Yearly
1. Unclip the top of the air-filter cover (Figure 31).
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Figure 32
1. Dipstick
3. Full
2. Add
4. Tip the machine onto its side (so that the air filter is up)
to drain the used oil from the oil-fill tube (Figure 33).
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Figure 31
1. Clip
3. Air filter
2. Air-filter cover
2. Remove the air filter (Figure 31).
3. Inspect the air filter.
Note: If the air filter is excessively dirty, replace it with
a new filter. Otherwise, gently tap the air filter on a
hard surface to loosen debris.
4. Install the air filter.
5. Use the clip to install the air-filter cover.
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Figure 33
Changing the Engine Oil
Changing the engine oil is not required, but if you desire
to change the oil, use the following procedure.
5. After draining the used oil, return the machine to the
operating position.
Note: Run the engine a few minutes before changing the
oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more
contaminants.
6. Carefully pour about 3/4 of the engine capacity of oil
into the oil-fill tube.
7. Wait about 3 minutes for the oil to settle in the engine.
Engine oil capacity: 0.47 L (16 oz)
8. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.
Oil viscosity: SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 detergent oil
9. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, then remove
the dipstick.
API service classification: SJ or higher
1. Move the machine to a level surface.
10. Read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure 32).
2. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 17).
• If the oil level is below the Add mark on the
3. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap
counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure 32).
dipstick, carefully pour a small amount of oil into
the oil-fill tube, wait 3 minutes, and repeat steps
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5. Install the new blade and all mounting hardware
(Figure 35).
8 through 10 until the oil level is at the Full mark
on the dipstick.
• If the oil level is above the Full mark on the
dipstick, drain the excess oil until the oil level is at
the Full mark on the dipstick.
Important: If the oil level in the engine is too
low or too high and you run the engine, you may
damage the engine.
11. Install the dipstick securely.
12. Recycle the used oil properly.
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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Figure 35
WARNING
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result
in serious personal injury.
Important: Position the curved ends of the blade
to point toward the machine housing.
Wear gloves when servicing the blade.
6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to
82 N∙m (60 ft-lb).
1. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 17).
Important: A bolt torqued to 82 N∙m (60 ft-lb) is
very tight. While holding the blade with a block
of wood, put your weight behind the ratchet or
wrench and tighten the bolt securely. This bolt is
very difficult to overtighten.
2. Tip the machine onto its side with the air filter up.
3. Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady (Figure
34).
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Figure 34
4. Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware
(Figure 34).
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Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive
Storage
Whenever you install new self-propel cables or if the
self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel
drive.
Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place.
Preparing the Machine for
Storage
1. Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise to loosen
the cable adjustment (Figure 36).
1
1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer
(such as Toro Premium Fuel Treatment) to the fuel.
2. Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle it
according to local codes, or use it in your automobile.
4
Note: Old fuel in the fuel tank is the leading cause of
hard starting. Do not store fuel without stabilizer more
than 30 days, and do not store stabilized fuel more than
90 days.
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3. Run the machine until the engine shuts off from
running out of fuel.
2
4. Start the engine again.
5
3
5. Allow the engine to run until it shuts off. When you
can no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry.
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6. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
Figure 36
1. Handle (left side)
4. Turn the knob clockwise to
tighten the adjustment.
2. Adjustment knob
5. Turn the knob
counterclockwise to
loosen the adjustment.
7. Remove the spark plug, add 30 ml (1 oz) of engine
oil through the spark-plug hole, and pull the starter
rope slowly several times to distribute oil throughout
the cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during the
off-season.
3. Self-propel-drive cables
8. Loosely install the spark plug.
9. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
2. Adjust the tension on the cables (Figure 36) by pulling
them back or pushing them forward and then holding
them in that position.
Removing the Machine from
Storage
Note: Push the cables toward the engine to increase
the traction; pull the cables away from the engine to
decrease the traction.
1. Check and tighten all fasteners.
2. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly by
pulling the recoil-start handle to blow the excess oil
from the cylinder.
Note: For best performance, adjust the cables to the
same length.
3. Turn the adjustment knob clockwise to tighten the
adjustment of the cables.
3. Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque
wrench to 20 N∙m (15 ft-lb).
4. Perform any maintenance procedures; refer to
Preparing for Maintenance (page 17).
5. Check the engine-oil level; refer to Checking the
Engine-Oil Level (page 9).
6. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel; refer to Filling the
Fuel Tank (page 9).
7. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
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Residential Products
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 the 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.
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. If for any
reason it is impossible for you to contact your seller, you may
contact any Toro Authorized Distributor to arrange service. Visit
http://www.toro.com/en-us/locator/pages/default.aspx to locate a Toro
distributor in your area.
2.
Bring the product and your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to the
servicing outlet. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the servicing
outlet’s analysis or with the assistance provided, contact us at:
The following time periods apply from the original date of purchase:
Products
Walk Power Mowers
•Cast Deck
Warranty Period
5 years Residential Use2
90 Days Commercial Use
5 years GTS Guarantee,
Residential Use3
2 years
—Engine
—Battery
•Steel Deck
2 years Residential Use2
30 Days Commercial Use
2 years GTS Guarantee,
Residential Use3
—Engine
3 years Residential Use2
90 Days Commercial Use
3 years GTS Guarantee,
Residential Use3
2 years
TimeMaster Mowers
•Engine
•Battery
Electric Hand Held Products
and Walk Power Mowers
Items and Conditions Not Covered
There is no other express warranty except for special emission system
coverage and engine warranty coverage on some products. This express
warranty does not cover the following:
•
Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters, fuel,
lubricants, oil changes, spark plugs, air filters, blade sharpening
or worn blades, cable/linkage adjustments, or brake and clutch
adjustments
•
•
Components failing due to normal wear
Use2
2 years Residential
No Warranty for Commercial Use
All Ride-On Units Below
•Engine
•Battery
•Attachments
See engine manufacturer's warranty4
2 years Residential Use2
2 years Residential Use2
DH Lawn & Garden Tractors
2 years Residential Use2
30 Days Commercial Use
XLS Lawn & Garden Tractors
3 years Residential Use2
30 Days Commercial Use
TimeCutter
3 years Residential Use2
30 Days Commercial Use
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Any product or part which has been altered, misused, neglected,
requires replacement, or repair due to accidents or lack of proper
maintenance
•
•
Pickup and delivery charges
•
Repairs necessary due to failure to follow recommended fuel
procedure (consult Operator's Manual for more details)
Purchaser means the person who originally purchased the Toro Product.
Repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than an Authorized Toro
Service Dealer
–
Removing contaminants from the fuel system is not covered
–
Use of old fuel (more than one month old) or fuel which contains
more than 10% ethanol or more that 15% MTBE
–
Failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of non-use
over one month
2Residential
use means use of the product on the same lot as your home. Use at more than one
location is considered commercial use and the commercial use warranty would apply.
3The
Toro GTS Starting Guarantee does not apply when the product is used commercially.
4Some
•
engines used on Toro Products are warranted by the engine manufacturer.
Warranty may be denied if the hour meter is disconnected, altered, or
shows signs of being tampered with.
Owner Responsibilities
You must maintain your Toro Product by following the maintenance
procedures described in the Operator's Manual. Such routine maintenance,
whether performed by a dealer or by you, is at your expense.
•
Repairs or adjustments to correct starting difficulties due to the
following:
–
Failure to follow proper maintenance procedures or recommended
fuel procedure
–
Rotary mower blade striking an object
Special operational conditions where starting may require more than
two pulls:
–
First time starts after extended period of non-use over three
months or seasonal storage
–
Cool temperature starts such as those found in early spring and
late autumn
–
Improper starting procedures - if you are having difficulty starting
your unit, please check the Operator's Manual to ensure that
you are using the correct starting procedures. This can save an
unnecessary visit to an Authorized Toro Service Dealer.
General Conditions
The purchaser is covered by the national laws of each country. The rights
to which the purchaser is entitled with the support of these laws are not
restricted by this warranty.
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