Toro 20381 Operator's Manual
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Super Recycler
Model No. 20381—Serial No. 312000001 and Up
Model No. 20384—Serial No. 312000001 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.
© 2011—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
G017486
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.
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.
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.
Form No. 3371-292 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 Form No. 3371-292 Rev A ® Super Recycler Lawn Mower Model No. 20381—Serial No. 312000001 and Up Model No. 20384—Serial No. 312000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction Figure 2 Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury 1.
  • 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 any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing. Safe Handling of Gasoline • If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, before starting. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use • Never make any adjustments or repairs with the 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. Manufacturer's Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. 94-8072 104-7403 112-8867 Electric-start model only 1.
  • Page 5 114-7982 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. 3. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—disconnect the spark plug wire and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 4. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts.
  • Page 6: Assembling And Unfolding The Handle

    Setup Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handle (Figure 3). Important: Remove and discard the protective 3. Rotate the handle rearward (Figure 4). plastic sheet that covers the engine. Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Assembling and unfolding the handle improperly...
  • Page 7: Installing The Starter Rope

    Installing the Starter Rope No Parts Required Procedure Pull the starter rope through the rope guide on the handle (Figure 5). G017459 Figure 6 1. The oil level is at its 3. The oil level is too maximum. low—add oil to the crankcase.
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Filling the Fuel Tank DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or mower G017460 directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
  • Page 9: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level Adjusting the Cutting Height Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING 1. Move the mower to a level surface. Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into 2. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury.
  • Page 10: Adjusting The Handle Height

    Adjusting the Handle Height You may raise or lower the handle to a position comfortable for you. Rotate the handle lock, move the handle to one of three positions, and lock the handle into position (Figure 12). Figure 14 Figure 15 Note: If the mower does not start, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 11: Stopping The Engine

    Stopping the Engine Release the blade control bar (Figure 17). Important: When you release the blade control bar, the blade should stop within 3 seconds. If it does not stop properly, stop using your mower immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 12: Bagging The Clippings

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, G017464 install a new Toro replacement bag. Figure 21 1. Discharge deflector 2. Rear discharge plug If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and lock the side discharge door (refer to Removing the 3.
  • Page 13: Removing The Grass Bag

    Removing the Grass Bag 1. Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide (Figure 23). G017473 Figure 23 1. Lower rope guide Note: The lower rope guide releases the starter rope when you pull the recoil start handle. 2. Raise and hold up the discharge deflector. 3.
  • Page 14: 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 and insert the rear discharge plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before side-discharging the clippings. Important: Ensure that the rear discharge plug is locked in place.
  • Page 15: Operating Tips

    • For best performance, install a new blade before the 2. Lift open the side discharge door (Figure 29). 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.
  • Page 16: Cutting Leaves

    Cutting Leaves • If there are more than 5 inches (13 cm) of leaves on the lawn, set the front cutting height one or two • After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn notches higher than the rear cutting height. shows through the cut leaf cover.
  • Page 17: Preparing For Maintenance

    Preparing for Maintenance Replacing the Air Cleaner 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Service Interval: Yearly 1. Press down on the latch tabs on top of the air cleaner 2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug cover (Figure 33).
  • Page 18: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Yearly 1. Ensure that the fuel tank contains little or no fuel so that fuel does not leak out when you tip the mower onto its side. 2. Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it.
  • Page 19: Lubricating The Wheel Gears

    Figure 38 Figure 36 Note: Your mower comes with a spare fuse in the 2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet. battery compartment. Note: When the battery no longer holds a charge, 3. Install the battery cover. recycle or dispose of the lead-acid battery according to local codes.
  • Page 20: Cleaning The Mower

    Cleaning the Mower WARNING The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result Service Interval: Before each use or daily in serious personal injury. WARNING Wear gloves when servicing the blade. The mower may dislodge material from under the 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. mower housing.
  • Page 21: Preparing The Mower For Storage

    Storage 1. Rotate the handle forward (Figure 42). Important: Route the cables to the outside of Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. the handle knobs as you fold the upper handle. Preparing the Mower for Storage WARNING Gasoline vapors can explode.
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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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