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Toro Recycler 20377 Operator's Manual

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22in Recycler
Model No. 20377—Serial No. 404320000 and Up
Model No. 20378—Serial No. 404320000 and Up

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.
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.
Visit www.Toro.com for more information, including
safety tips, training materials, 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.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
Important:
With your mobile device, you can
scan the QR code on the serial number decal (if
equipped) to access warranty, parts, and other
product information
1. Model and serial number location
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.
© 2018—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
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Register at www.Toro.com.
Lawn Mower
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code
Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on
any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered
land unless the engine is equipped with a spark
arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in
effective working order or the engine is constructed,
equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire.
Gross or 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 or J2723. As
configured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class
of mower will be significantly lower. Please refer to
the engine manufacturer's information included with
the machine.
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The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Use of this product may cause exposure
to chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Form No. 3426-405 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3426-405* A
Printed in Mexico
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    Section 4442, maintained in additional information, contact an Authorized Service effective working order or the engine is constructed, Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire. and serial numbers of your product ready.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Introduction ............... 1 This machine has been designed in accordance with Safety ............... 2 ANSI B71.1-2017. General Safety ........... 2 Safety and Instructional Decals ......3 General Safety Setup ................ 4 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle....4 This product is capable of amputating hands and 2 Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the feet and of throwing objects.

  • Page 3: Safety And Instructional Decals

    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.

  • Page 4: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure g230890 Figure 3 Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure Important:...

  • Page 5: Filling The Engine With Oil

    g230180 Figure 4 Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure 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. g222533 Figure 5...

  • Page 6: Assembling The Grass Bag

    Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g235791 Figure 6...

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Always shut off the machine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.

  • Page 8: Filling The Fuel Tank

    – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a major name-brand service station (Figure – Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel stabilizer/conditioner to fresh fuel as directed by –...

  • Page 9: Adjusting The Handle Height

    Adjusting the Handle Height You can raise or lower the handle in 1 of 2 positions that is more comfortable for you (Figure 11). g188939 Figure 11 Loosen both handle knobs until you can push the square edges of the carriage bolts out of the square holes in the handle brackets.

  • Page 10: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot muffler. Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all wheels to the same cutting height (Figure 12).

  • Page 11: Starting The Engine

    • Check the grass catcher components and the Figure 14 discharge chute frequently for any wear or 1. Self-propel-drive bar deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro parts when necessary. Note: The maximum self-propel-drive speed is Slope Safety fixed. To reduce the speed, increase the space between the self-propel-drive bar and the handle.

  • Page 12: Recycling The Clippings

    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, remove it; refer to Removing the Grass Bag (page 12). If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it;...

  • Page 13: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    – Raise the cutting height on your machine. the cutting season begins. – Cut the grass more frequently. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro – Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full replacement blade. swath with each pass.

  • Page 14: After Operation

    Cleaning under the Machine After Operation Service Interval: After each use After Operation Safety For best results, clean the machine soon after you have completed mowing. General Safety Move the machine onto a flat paved surface. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts •...

  • Page 15: Folding The Handle

    Folding the Handle WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle. • If a cable is damaged, contact an g189864 Figure 20 Authorized Service Dealer.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    • To ensure optimum performance of the machine, After performing the maintenance procedure(s), use only genuine Toro replacement parts and connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug. accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous,...

  • Page 17: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check Changing the engine oil is not required, but if the air filter for dirty, loose, or you want to change the oil, use the following damaged parts, and clean or procedure.

  • Page 18: Replacing The Blade

    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.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive For Self-Propel-Drive Models Only Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive. Turn the adjustment nut counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment (Figure 27). g231390 Figure 26 g269307...

  • Page 20: Storage

    Preparing the Machine for Storage On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer (such as Toro Premium Fuel Treatment) to the fuel as directed on the label. Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle it according to local codes or use it in your automobile.
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  • Page 23 While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.

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