Toro Recycler 20019 Operator's Manual

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22 Recycler
Lawn Mower
Model No. 20019—Serial No. 230000001 and Up
Introduction
Read this manual 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.
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. The
illustration below identifies the location of the model
and serial numbers on the product. Write the
numbers in the space provided below:
Model #:
Serial #:
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the following words:
Danger signals an extreme hazard that will
cause serious injury or death if you do not follow
the recommended precautions.
Warning signals a hazard that may cause
serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor
or moderate injury if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
This manual uses two other words to highlight
information. Important: calls attention to special
mechanical information and Note: emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.
Warning
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 this
engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas
may have similar laws.
Printed in USA
Original Instructions (EN)
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for
information regarding The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance
and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through
the engine manufacturer.
Safety
This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade
safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn
mowers and the B71.1 specifications of the American
National Standards Institute in effect at the time of
production.
Read and understand the contents of this manual
before the engine is ever started.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to
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alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol
to avoid possible injury or death.
Improperly using or maintaining this mower
could result in injury or death. To reduce this
potential, comply with the following safety
instructions.
The following instructions have been adapted from
the ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1—1998.
General Operation
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on
the machine and in the manual. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of
the mower before starting.
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
Only allow responsible individuals, who are
familiar with the instructions, to operate the
mower.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,
wire, bones, sticks etc., which could be picked up
and thrown by the blade.
Be sure the area is clear of other people before
mowing. Stop mower if anyone enters the area.
3329-238
Form No. 3329-238
Operator's Manual
2002 by The Toro Company
All Rights Reserved

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Summary of Contents for Toro Recycler 20019

  • Page 1 Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or the engine manufacturer. additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. The Safety illustration below identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
  • Page 2: Slope Operation

    Be alert and turn mower off if children enter the See the Toro instructions for proper operation and area. installation of accessories. Only use Toro accessories.
  • Page 3: Safety/Instruction Decals

    Frequently check components and replace with genuine Toro parts, when necessary. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
  • Page 4: Unfolding The Handle

    Filling the Engine with Oil Setup Your mower does not come with oil in the engine, Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic but it does come with a 20 oz. (0.59 l) bottle of oil. sheet that covers the engine. Max.
  • Page 5: Before Operating

    Before Operating 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 directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object. Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold.
  • Page 6: Adjusting The Handle Height

    Adjusting the Handle Height Squeeze the bottom of the handle halves together (as shown) and change the handle holes in which the pins (A) are mounted, as follows: Raise the handle using hole (B). Lower the handle m-5614 using hole (C). m-5612 Installing/Removing the Grass Bag 3.
  • Page 7: Operation

    Installing/Removing the Operation Side Discharge Chute Starting the Engine 1. Lift up the lock on the side discharge door. 1. Firmly push in the primer 3 times with your thumb, holding the primer in for a second before releasing it each time.
  • Page 8: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Using the Self-propel Drive Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade. To operate the self-propel drive, squeeze the self-propel drive bar (A) toward the handle and hold it. Cutting Grass Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time.
  • Page 9: Recommended Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the mower by standing in the operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Important: Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures. Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Check the engine oil level. Each Use Remove grass clippings and dirt from under the housing.
  • Page 10: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil Replacing the Blade Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating Important: You will need a torque wrench to hours; change it yearly thereafter. install the blade properly. If you do not have a torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 11: Cleaning The Mower

    Cleaning the Mower Folding the Handle 1. With the engine running on a flat paved Warning surface, spray a stream of water in front of the Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can right rear wheel. damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating 1093 condition.
  • Page 12 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: 1.

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