Toro Super Recycler 20383 Operator's Manual
Toro Super Recycler 20383 Operator's Manual

Toro Super Recycler 20383 Operator's Manual

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Super Recycler
Model No. 20383—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.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the product model and serial
numbers in the space provided.
1. Model and serial number location
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.
© 2017—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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Register at www.Toro.com.
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Lawn Mower
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,
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.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
g195017
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 specifications on your mower
model.
Important:
1500 m (5,000 ft) for a continuous period, ensure
that the High Altitude Kit has been installed
so that the engine meets CARB/EPA emission
regulations. The High Altitude Kit increases
engine performance while preventing spark-plug
Form No. 3409-272 Rev C
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
or reproductive harm.
If you are using this machine above
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3409-272* C
Printed in Mexico
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    This product contains a chemical additional information, contact an Authorized Service or chemicals known to the State of Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model California to cause cancer, birth defects, and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Operating Tips ..........18 a dealer convenient to you, access our website After Operation ............ 19 at www.Toro.com or contact our Toro Customer After Operating Safety ........19 Care Department at the number(s) listed in your Cleaning under the Machine ......19 Emission Control Warranty Statement.
  • Page 3: Safety

    Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI B71.1-2012. General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury. Using this product for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.
  • Page 4: 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 5 decal131-4514b 131-4514 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards and decal125-5092 shields in place. 125–5092 3. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower 1. Step on the deck to start the engine. blade—disconnect the spark-plug wire and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.
  • Page 6: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other Assembling and Unfolding plastic or wrapping on the machine. the Handle No Parts Required Installing the Blade-Control Procedure WARNING Assembling and unfolding the handle No Parts Required improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition.
  • Page 7: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide

    Installing the Recoil-starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure Important: To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter rope in the rope guide. Pull the recoil-starter rope through the rope guide on the handle (Figure g017458...
  • Page 8: Filling The Engine With Oil

    repeat steps 3 through 5 until the oil level is at the Full mark on the dipstick • If the oil is above the Full mark on the dipstick, drain the excess oil until the oil level Filling the Engine with Oil is at the Full mark on the dipstick.
  • Page 9: Product Overview

    Product Overview g195016 Figure 11 1. Handle 7. Spark plug 2. Blade-control bar 8. Discharge door 3. Engine-stop switch 9. Oil fill/Dipstick g027258 4. Fuel-tank cap 10. Handle lever Figure 10 5. Air filter 11. Recoil-start handle 6. Cutting-height lever (4) 12.
  • Page 10: Operation

    Operation WARNING Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause Before Operation serious injury and illness. • Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Before Operation Safety • Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. General Safety •...
  • Page 11: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Adjusting the Cutting Level Height Service Interval: Before each use or daily WARNING Oil viscosity: SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 detergent oil Adjusting the cutting height may bring you API service classification: SJ or higher into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury.
  • Page 12: Adjusting The Handle Height

    • Use accessories and attachments approved by Figure 16 the The Toro® Company only. 1. Handle lock 2. Handle positions Slope Safety • Mow across the face of slopes; never up and During Operation down.
  • Page 13: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Shutting Off the Engine Pull the recoil-start handle (Figure 17). To shut off the engine, press and hold the engine-shutoff button (Figure 20) until the engine Note: If the machine does not start, contact an shuts off. Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 14: Engaging The Blade

    Engaging the Blade Disengaging the Blade Release the blade-control bar (Figure 23). When you start your engine, the blade does not turn. You must engage the blade to mow. Pull the control-bar lock back (Figure 20). g003126 Figure 23 Important: When you release the blade-control g003123 Figure 20...
  • Page 15: Recycling The Clippings

    Set all 4 wheels to the 83 mm (3-1/4 inch) cut setting. Take a half sheet of newspaper and crumple it into a ball small enough to go under the machine housing (about 76 mm or 3 inches in diameter). Place the newspaper ball about 13 cm (5 inches) in front of the machine.
  • Page 16: Bagging The Clippings

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is g017464 Figure 27 damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. 1. Discharge door 2. Rear-discharge plug If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it and lock the side-discharge door; refer to...
  • Page 17 g017473 Figure 29 1. Lower-rope guide Note: The lower-rope guide releases the starter rope when you pull the recoil-start handle. Raise and hold up the discharge door. Remove the grass bag. Install the rear-discharge plug (Figure 30). g010084 Figure 31 1.
  • Page 18: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    Side-Discharging the Lift open the side-discharge door (Figure 34). Clippings Use the side-discharge feature for cutting very tall grass. If the bag is on the machine, remove it and insert the rear-discharge plug; refer to Removing the Grass Bag (page 16) before side-discharging the clippings.
  • Page 19: After Operation

    • For best performance, install a new blade before After Operating Safety the cutting season begins. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro General Safety replacement blade. • Clean grass and debris from the machine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
  • Page 20 Turn the water on. Start the engine and run it until there are no more clippings that come out from under the machine. Shut off the engine. Shut off the water and disconnect the garden hose from the machine. Start the engine and run it for a few minutes to dry the underside of the machine to prevent it from rusting.
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    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 22: Servicing The Air Filter

    Important: fuel tank to run dry through normal usage. If Do not wipe dirt into the air duct. you must tip the machine prior to running Install the foam pre-filter and the paper air filter out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump to remove into the air filter.
  • Page 23 8 through 10 until the oil on the dipstick is at the correct level. • If the oil level on the dipstick is too high, drain the excess oil until the oil on the dipstick is at the correct level. Important: If the oil level in the engine is too low or too high and you run the engine, you...
  • Page 24: Lubricating The Wheel Gears

    Lubricating the Wheel Gears Service Interval: Every 25 hours Wipe the grease fittings just inside the rear wheels with a clean rag (Figure 43). g003134 Figure 44 1. Blade nuts (2) 2. Stiffener Remove the blade (Figure 44). Install the new blade (Figure 44).
  • Page 25: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    g003133 Figure 45 g027231 1. Blade nuts 4. Blade driver Figure 46 2. Stiffener 5. Disk 1. Handle (left side) 4. Turn the knob clockwise to 3. Blade 6. Blade-brake-clutch shield tighten the adjustment. 2. Adjustment knob 5. Turn the knob counterclockwise to Remove the blade (Figure...
  • Page 26: Storage

    Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Machine for Storage WARNING Fuel vapors can explode. • Do not store fuel more than 30 days. • Do not store the machine in an enclosure near an open flame. •...
  • Page 27 Notes:...
  • Page 28 Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.

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