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22in Recycler® Lawn Mower
Model No. 20073—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Model No. 20073A—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Model No. 20074—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Model No. 20074A—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. 3357-441 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 Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, of ignition. and use extra caution when servicing them. • Use only an approved gasoline container. • Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine. - Page 4 104-7403 Model 20074 only 104-7953 Models 20074 and 20074A only 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for information on charging the battery; contains lead; do not discard. 2. Read the Operator’s Manual.
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Page 6: 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 7: Filling The Engine With Oil
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 2. Insert the fuse into the fuse holder (Figure 7). Figure 5 2. -
Page 8: Product Overview
Product Overview Operation Filling the Fuel Tank 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 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 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the dipstick (Figure 11). Figure 11 2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level (Figure 11). If the oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick, slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick. -
Page 10: 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 11: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine 3. Turn the ignition key (Figure 15) (models 20074 and 20074A only) or pull the recoil start handle (Figure 16). 1. Firmly push in the primer 3 times with your thumb, Note: When you pull the recoil start handle, keep your holding the primer in for a second before releasing it each time (Figure 13). -
Page 12: 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 13: 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 14: 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 15: 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 16: Preparing For Maintenance
Preparing for Maintenance 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and hook it onto the retaining post (Figure 23) before performing any maintenance procedure. Figure 24 1. -
Page 17: Replacing The Fuse
Charging the Battery Models 20074 and 20074A only Warning CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Charge the battery for 24 hours initially, then monthly (every 25 starts) or as needed. -
Page 18: Lubricating The Wheel Gears
Lubricating the Wheel Gears 1. Remove the wheel bolts on the rear wheels and remove the rear wheels. 2. Apply a lubricating oil to the inner and outer sides of the gear as shown in Figure 29. Figure 30 4. Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware (Figure 30). -
Page 19: 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 32). •... -
Page 20: Folding The Handle
Storage Folding the Handle Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can Preparing the Mower for damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating Storage condition. • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle. - Page 24 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.