Toro 20197 Operator's Manual

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Super Bagger Lawn Mower

Model No. 20197—Serial No. 310000001 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. 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. Write the numbers in the space

provided.

Figure 1

1. Model and serial number plate

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.

8111 Lyndale Avenue South

Bloomington, MN 55420

1. Safety alert symbol

This manual uses two 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,

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.

Do not tamper with the engine controls or alter the

governor speed; doing so may create an unsafe condition

resulting in personal injury.

Form No. 3363-714 Rev B

Operator's Manual

Figure 2

WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

or other reproductive harm.

Original Instructions (EN)

Printed in the USA

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Page 1 California to cause cancer, birth defects, additional information, contact an Authorized Service or other reproductive harm. 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 Important: This engine is not equipped with a on the product.
Page 2: General Operation
Safety removing grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade • Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn mowers light. and the B71.1 specifications of the American National •...
Page 3: Safe Handling Of Gasoline
Service • If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, before starting. Safe Handling of Gasoline • Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Disconnect the spark plug wire To avoid personal injury or property damage, use and ground against engine to prevent unintended extreme care in handling gasoline.
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. 114-2820 1. Warning—read the 4. Cutting/dismemberment Operator’s Manual. hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away 94-8072 from moving parts. 2. Thrown object 5.
Page 5: Unfolding The Handle
Setup Filling the Engine with Oil Unfolding the Handle Parts needed for this procedure: 0.58 SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification No Parts Required quart of SH, SJ, SL, or higher (not supplied with the mower). (0.55 l) Procedure Procedure 1.
Page 6: Install The Mulch Plug Or Grass Bag
Note: If you overfill the engine, pour some oil out of it as directed in Changing the Engine Oil. 3. Install the dipstick securely. Important: Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours ; change it yearly thereafter. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil.
Page 7: Product Overview
Operation Note: If the lever does not latch properly, disconnect the wire from the spark plug and check for and remove any debris buildup in the tunnel. Filling the Fuel Tank Product Overview DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others.
Page 8: Checking The Engine Oil Level
Checking the Engine Oil Level Adjusting the Cutting Height Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it into Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in (Figure 13). contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury.
Page 9: Adjusting The Upper Handle Height
Adjusting the Upper Handle Starting the Engine Height Important: The mower has a safety switch that prevents you from starting the mower unless you You may raise or lower the upper handle to a position first install the mulch plug or the grass bag securely comfortable for you.
Page 10: Using The Self-Propel Drive
Figure 21 Note: If the mower still does not start, contact an Figure 23 Authorized Service Dealer. Using the Self-propel Drive 2. Hold the blade control bar against the handle (Figure 24). To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the mower will automatically keep pace with you (Figure 22).
Page 11: Checking The Blade Brake Clutch Operation
immediately and contact an Authorized Service 5. Start the engine. Dealer. 6. Engage the blade. 7. Release the blade control bar. Checking the Blade Brake 8. Immediately push the mower over the newspaper Clutch Operation ball. Check the control bar before each use to ensure that the 9.
Page 12: Bagging The Clippings
Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, Note: The lower rope guide releases the starter rope install a new Toro replacement bag. when you pull the recoil start handle. 3. Insert the grass bag handle into the grooves at the WARNING top of the mower (Figure 30).
Page 13: Removing The Grass Bag
Removing the Grass Bag Side-discharging the Clippings 1. Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass. (Figure 31). If the bag is on the mower, remove it and insert the mulch plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before side-discharging the clippings.
Page 14: Operating Tips
• Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro • Slow down your mowing speed if the mower does replacement blade.
Page 15: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)
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 16: Changing The Engine Oil
3. Remove the air filter (Figure 40). Figure 41 4. Tip the mower onto its side, with the air filter up, Figure 40 to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube (Figure 42). 4. If the air filter is damaged or is wet with oil or fuel, replace it.
Page 17: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive
Figure 45 Adjusting the Self-propel Drive If your mower does not self-propel properly, adjust the self-propel drive cable. 1. Loosen the nut on the cable mount (Figure 46). Figure 43 6. Install the dipstick securely. 7. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling center.
Page 18: Replacing The Blade
If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or replace it. WARNING The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury. Wear gloves when servicing the blade. 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance.
Page 19: Cleaning The Mower
Figure 51 3. When no more clippings come out, stop the water and move the mower to a dry area. 4. Run the engine with the blade engaged for a few minutes to dry the housing to prevent it from rusting. Figure 50 1.
Page 20: Preparing The Mower For Storage
Storage Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Mower for Storage WARNING Figure 53 Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • Do not store the mower in an enclosure near an Forward Position open flame.
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Page 24 Countries Other than the United States or Canada 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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