Replacing The Blade - Toro Recycler 20995 Operator's Manual

Note: The cable must be loose with the
self-propel-drive bar in the released position; otherwise,
the machine may creep when the bar is disengaged.
Adjusting the Self-propel Drive
Cable
Model 20996 only
1. Loosen the nut on the cable mount (Figure 49).
1. Cable mount
2. Pull the upper handle back fully rearward.
Note: If the handle does not move smoothly, refer to
Lubricating the Upper Handle (page 19).
3. Pull the cable jacket downward until you remove the
slack in the exposed cable (Figure 50).
1. Exposed cable
4. Push the cable jacket upward 1/8 inch (3 mm).
Note: You can place a ruler against the upper side of
the black cable mount and measure how far the upper
end of the cable jacket moves (Figure 51).
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Figure 49
Figure 50
1. Cable mount
Note: Moving the cable jacket upward decreases the
ground speed; moving the jacket downward increases
the ground speed.
5. Tighten the nut firmly.
6. Start the machine and check the adjustment.
Note: If the self-propel drive is not properly adjusted,
repeat this procedure.

Replacing the Blade

Service Interval: Yearly or before storage
Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the
blade properly. If you do not have a torque wrench or are
uncomfortable performing this procedure, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline. If the
blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately. If the
blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or replace it.
WARNING
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result
in serious personal injury.
Wear gloves when servicing the blade.
1. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug;
refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 17).
2. Tip the machine onto the side with the dipstick down.
3. Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady (Figure
52).
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Figure 51
2. Cable jacket