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Toro 20377 Operator's Manual

22in recycler lawn mower
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22in Recycler
Model No. 20377—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Model No. 20378—Serial No. 400000000 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
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
which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death
if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
© 2016—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
identifies the location of the
Figure 1
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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.
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.
g188510
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
with the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940.
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
2),
specifications on your mower model.
Form No. 3408-960 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    Note emphasizes general information worthy of special product damage. You are responsible for operating the attention. product properly and safely. WARNING You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register CALIFORNIA your product. Proposition 65 Warning...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Introduction ..............1 This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI Safety ................2 B71.1-2012. 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 feet and 2 Installing the Recoil-starter Rope in the Rope 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. Indicates 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 1. Remove and save the 2 handle knobs and 2 carriage bolts from the handle brackets (Figure decal132-4470...

  • Page 5: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide

    Note: The pins do not show through the holes in the Hold the blade-control bar to the upper handle and pull the handle ends when the handle is in the folded position. recoil-starter rope through the rope guide on the handle (Figure 3.

  • Page 6: Assembling The Grass Bag

    g027120 g027120 Figure 9 g188681 Figure 8 1. Handle 3. Grass bag 2. Frame 3. Carefully pour about 3/4 of the engine capacity of oil Note: Do not slip the bag over the handle (Figure into the oil-fill tube. 2. Hook the bottom channel of the bag onto the bottom 4.

  • Page 7: 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 doors and/or grass catchers, are in place and working properly. •...

  • Page 8: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Filling the Fuel Tank • For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). • ETHANOL: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume is acceptable.

  • 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 15). g0271 19 g027119 Figure 16 1. Lower the machine 2. Raise the machine Note: The cutting-height settings are 25 mm (1 inch); 35 mm (1-3/8 inches);...

  • Page 10: Starting The Engine

    Check the grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace them with the manufacturer’s recommended parts when necessary. • Use accessories and attachments approved by the The Toro® Company only. Slope Safety g188707 • Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Use Figure 18 extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

  • Page 11: Recycling The Clippings

    Recycling the Clippings Side-Discharging the Clippings Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. Use side discharging for cutting very tall grass. If the grass bag is on the machine, remove it; refer to If the grass bag is on the machine, remove it;...

  • Page 12: Operating Tips

    • Never store the machine or fuel container where there is • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water replacement blade. heater or on other appliances.

  • Page 13: Folding The Handle

    2. Fold the handle by rotating it forward (Figure 24). g188752 Figure 22 1. Washout port g189874 5. Turn the water on. Figure 24 6. Start the engine and run it until there are no more 1. Operating position 2. Folded position clippings that come out from under the machine.

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Replacement parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer or at www.torodealer.com (US customers only). Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the engine-oil level and add oil as needed. •...

  • Page 15: Changing The Engine Oil

    g188681 Figure 28 g027312 g027312 Figure 27 4. Tip the machine onto its side (so that the air filter is up) 1. Latch tabs 2. Air-filter element to drain the used oil from the oil-fill tube (Figure 29). 3. Open the cover. 4.

  • Page 16: Replacing The Blade

    Important: If the oil level in the engine is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. 11. Install the dipstick securely. 12. Recycle the used oil properly. Replacing the Blade Service Interval: Yearly Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the blade properly .

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Storage 1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer (such as Toro Premium Fuel Treatment) to the fuel. 2. Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle it according to local codes, or use it in your automobile.
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  • Page 20 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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