Toro Recycler 20333 Operator's Manual

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22in Recycler

Model No. 20333—Serial No. 316000001 and Up

Replacement parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer or at www.shoptoro.com.

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

model and serial numbers on the product.

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

8111 Lyndale Avenue South

Bloomington, MN 55420

identifies the location of the

Figure 1

(Figure

Lawn Mower

which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death

if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

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 contains a chemical or chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm.

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.

This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.

The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for

information regarding the US Environmental Protection

Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control

Regulation of emission systems, maintenance, and

warranty. Replacements may be ordered through the

engine manufacturer.

Net Torque: The gross or net torque of this engine was

laboratory rated by the engine manufacturer in accordance

2),

with the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940.

Form No. 3407-153 Rev A

Operator's Manual

Figure 2

WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

Original Instructions (EN)

Printed in the USA

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Page 1: Introduction
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. product properly and safely. Important calls attention to special mechanical information You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register attention.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
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 This lawn mower meets the CPSC blade safety requirements specifications on your mower model.
Page 3: Safety And Instructional Decals
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. 131-4514 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2.
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. Installing the Blade-Control No Parts Required Procedure Install the blade-control bar into the upper handle (Figure 132-4470 Traction Adjustment 1.
Page 5 g037332 g037357 Figure 6 Figure 4 1. Operating position 2. Folded position 1. Handle knob (2) 2. Carriage bolt (2) 4. Insert the carriage bolt (with the bolt head toward the inside) through the upper or lower square hole in 2.
Page 6: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide
Installing the Recoil-Starter Filling the Engine with Oil Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required No Parts Required Procedure Procedure Note: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine, but it does come with a bottle of oil. Important: To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter Max.
Page 7: Assembling The Grass Bag
Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure 1. Slip the grass bag over the frame as shown in Figure g027257 Figure 10 g027258 Figure 11 1. Handle 3. Grass bag 2. Frame 3. Hook the top and side channels of the bag onto the top Note: Do not slip the bag over the handle and sides of the frame, respectively (Figure...
Page 8: Product Overview
Product Overview Operation Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety signs. • Check that all guards and safety devices, such as deflectors and/or grass catcher, are in place and working properly. •...
Page 9: Filling The Fuel Tank
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 1. Move the machine to a level surface. method).
Page 10: 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 16). g037359 Figure 16 Figure 17 1. Raise the machine 2. Lower the machine 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.
Page 11: Starting The Engine
• Use accessories and attachments approved by the The Toro® Company only. Slope Safety Figure 19 • Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Use extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
Page 12: Engaging The Blade
Engaging the Blade Disengaging the Blade Release the blade-control bar (Figure 23). When you start your engine, the blade does not turn. You must engage the blade to mow. 1. Pull the control-bar lock back (Figure 20). Figure 23 Important: When you release the blade-control bar, Figure 20 the blade should stop within 3 seconds.
Page 13: Recycling The Clippings
5. Engage the blade. 6. Release the blade-control bar. 7. Immediately push the machine over the newspaper ball. 8. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 9. Go to the front of the machine and check the newspaper ball.
Page 14: Side-Discharging The Clippings
• For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade. Cutting Grass • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do not...
Page 15: After Operation
After Operation is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 10). • When cutting grass over 15 cm (6 inches) tall, mow at the After Operating Safety highest cutting-height setting and walk slower;...
Page 16 g037332 Figure 30 1. Handle knob 2. Carriage bolt Figure 28 1. Handle knob 2. Carriage bolt 4. Loosely install the handle knobs and carriage bolts on the handle brackets. 2. Fold the handle by rotating it forward (Figure 29). 5.
Page 17: Maintenance
• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before yearly storage. Yearly or before storage Important: Refer to your engine owner’s manual for additional maintenance procedures. Note: Replacement parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer (go to www.toro.com to find the nearest dealer) or at www.shoptoro.com. Maintenance Safety •...
Page 18: Replacing The Air Filter
Replacing the Air Filter Service Interval: Every 25 hours 1. Use a screw driver to open the air-filter cover (Figure 32). Figure 32 Figure 34 1. Dipstick 2. Replace the air filter (Figure 33). 4. Tip the machine onto its side with the air filter up to drain the used oil out through the oil-fill tube (Figure 35).
Page 19: Replacing The Blade
Cleaning the 11. Install the dipstick securely. Blade-Brake-Clutch Shield 12. Recycle the used oil properly. Service Interval: Every 25 hours Replacing the Blade Clean the blade-brake-clutch shield yearly to prevent the blade Service Interval: Yearly from stalling while you mow. Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the 1.
Page 20: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive
Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive. 1. Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment (Figure 38). Figure 39 1. Washout port g027709 6.
Page 21: Storage
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 to the fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer. 2. Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle it according to local codes, or use it in your automobile.
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Page 24 Countries Other than the United States or Canada This warranty is not valid in Mexico. Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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