Toro 20380 Operator's Manual

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Super Recycler
Model No. 20380-Serial No. 313000001 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.
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.
© 2012-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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Figure 1
Register at www.Toro.com.
®
Lawn Mower
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 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.
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.
Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 1
General Operation .................................................. 2
Slope Operation ...................................................... 2
Children................................................................. 3
Service ................................................................... 3
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 4
Setup ............................................................................ 5
Guide................................................................. 6
3 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 6
Form No. 3376-784 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
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Original Instructions (EN)
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product Important calls attention to special mechanical information and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special your product.
  • Page 2: General Operation

    • Product Overview ............7 Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc., Operation ..............8 which could be thrown by the blade. Stay behind the Filling the Fuel Tank ..........8 handle when the engine is running. Checking the Engine Oil Level ........
  • Page 3: Children

    Children • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper presence of children. Children are often attracted to the operation regularly.
  • Page 4: 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 115-8411 machine manufacturer. 1. Unlocked 2. Locked 117–2718 94-8072 112-8867...
  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup 3. Rotate the handle rearward (Figure 4). Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Assembling and unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition.
  • 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 Important: Your machine does not come with oil in Procedure the engine. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil. Important: You must install the recoil-starter rope in the rope guide.
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product Overview correct. To drain the excess oil, refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 14). 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.
  • Page 8: Operation

    Checking the Engine Oil Level Operation Service Interval: Before each use or daily Filling the Fuel Tank Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, DANGER SJ, SL, or higher.
  • Page 9: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height WARNING 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.
  • Page 10: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Recycling the Clippings Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it and lock the side-discharge door; refer to Removing the Side-discharge Chute (page 12) before recycling the clippings.
  • Page 11: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    G017463 Figure 18 2. Rear-discharge plug 1. Discharge deflector Note: To unlock the plug, rotate the lever on the plug to the right (Figure 17). WARNING 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 12: 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 not...
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours • Check the engine oil level. •...
  • Page 14: Replacing The Air Cleaner

    Replacing the Air Cleaner Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Yearly Service Interval: After the first 5 hours 1. Press down on the latch tabs on top of the air cleaner Yearly cover (Figure 24). Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it.
  • Page 15: Lubricating The Wheel Gears

    2. Install a grease gun onto each fitting and gently apply 2 or 3 pumps of #2 multi-purpose lithium-base grease. Replacing the Blade Service Interval: Before each use or daily Every 25 hours—Replace the blade or have it sharpened (more frequently if the edge dulls quickly). Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the blade properly .
  • Page 16: Cleaning The Machine

    Important: Position the curved ends of the blade 6. Stop the engine. to point toward the machine housing. 7. Shut off the water and disconnect the garden hose 6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to from the machine. 60 ft-lb (82 N-m).
  • Page 17: Storage

    Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Machine for Storage WARNING Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • Do not store the machine in an enclosure near G017467 an open flame.
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  • Page 20: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.

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