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22in Recycler® Lawn Mower
Model No. 20071—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Model No. 20071A—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Model No. 20072—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Model No. 20072A—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Introduction
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.
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.
© 2006—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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.
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Important: This engine is not equipped with a
spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California
Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate
the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or
grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas may
have similar laws.
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.
For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross
horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the engine
manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1940. As configured
to meet safety, emission, and operating requirements, the
actual engine horsepower on this class of lawn mower will
be significantly lower.
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3357-437 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA.
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- Page 1 CALIFORNIA additional information, contact an Authorized Service Proposition 65 Warning Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the The engine exhaust from this product contains location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
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Page 2: General Operation
Safety • Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade safety your footing; walk; never run. requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn mowers and the •... -
Page 3: Safety And Instructional Decals
• • Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed of ignition. the engine. • Use only an approved gasoline container. • Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. •... -
Page 4: Unfolding The Handle
Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 1. Unfolding the Handle 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. -
Page 5: Filling The Engine With Oil
Product Overview 2. Filling the Engine with Oil Your mower does not come with oil in the engine, but it does come with a bottle of oil. 1. Remove the dipstick (Figure 5). Figure 6 Figure 5 1. Cutting height lever 6. -
Page 6: Operation
Operation Checking the Engine Oil Level 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the dipstick (Figure 9). Filling the Fuel Tank Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. -
Page 7: Adjusting The Cutting Height
Adjusting the Cutting Height Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury. • Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. • Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height. If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you. -
Page 8: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine 1. Firmly push in the primer 3 times with your thumb, holding the primer in for a second before releasing it each time (Figure 11). Figure 11 Note: If the air temperature is below 55°F (13°C), firmly push the primer in 5 times. Figure 12 1. -
Page 9: Using The Self-Propel Drive
Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. 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. -
Page 10: Side-Discharging The Clippings
Side-discharging the Clippings Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass. If the bag is on the mower, remove it before side-discharging the clippings. The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. -
Page 11: Operating Tips
• 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... -
Page 12: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)
• Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse the the front wheels at 2 inches (51 mm) and the rear clippings over the lawn for even fertilization. wheels at 2-3/8 inches (60 mm). • If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try one Cutting Leaves or more of the following: –... -
Page 13: Preparing For Maintenance
Preparing for Maintenance Replacing the Air Filter 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Replace the air filter yearly; replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions. 2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and hook it onto the retaining post (Figure 19) before 1. -
Page 14: Changing The Engine Oil
Changing the Engine Oil 4. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 23). Do not Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating hours; overfill. (Max. fill: 20 oz., type: SAE 30W detergent change it yearly thereafter. -
Page 15: Replacing The Blade
Replacing the Blade 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 gasoline. If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately. -
Page 16: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive Cable
Adjusting the Self-propel Drive Cleaning the Mower Cable Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel The mower may dislodge material from under the drive cable. mower housing. 1. Loosen the cable support nut (Figure 27). •... -
Page 17: Preparing The Mower For Storage
Storage 1. Loosen the handle knobs until you can move the upper handle freely. Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. 2. Fold the upper handle forward as shown in Figure 30. Important: Route the cables to the outside of the Preparing the Mower for handle knobs as you fold the upper handle. - Page 20 Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or workmanship, or if a normal, able-bodied adult can no longer start your product’s engine in one or two pulls, follow this procedure: Contact any Authorized Toro Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership.