Toro 20056 Operator's Manual

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21in Super Recycler® Lawn Mower
Model No. 20056—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Model No. 20058—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.
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.
© 2007—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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.
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 you start the engine.
The safety alert symbol (Figure 2) is used to 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.
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3356-749 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
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  • Page 1 Authorized Service grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas may Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and have similar laws. serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the This spark ignition system complies with Canadian location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
  • Page 2: General Operation

    Slope Operation The following instructions have been adapted from the ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1-2003. Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, This cutting machine can amputate hands and feet and which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes throw objects.
  • Page 3: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. Important: Safety and instruction decals are located • Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged tank or container opening at all times until fueling is decals.
  • Page 4 108-4791 Model 20058 only 108-8117 104-7403 Model 20058 only 104-7953 Model 20058 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.
  • Page 5 108-9751 Model 20058 only 1. Engine—stop 3. Engine—start 2. Engine—run 112-8868...
  • Page 6: Installing The Blade Control Bar

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 1. Installing the Blade Control Install the blade control bar into the upper handle (Figure 3). Figure 4 3. Install the bolts and upper handle knobs with the knobs on the outside of the handle, tightening the knobs as tight as you can (Figure 5).
  • Page 7: Installing The Fuse

    Figure 8 2. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 8). Do not overfill. (Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE 30W detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.) 3.
  • Page 8: Charging The Battery

    Operation 5. Charging the Battery Model 20058 only Filling the Fuel Tank Refer to Charging the Battery in the Maintenance section. Product Overview Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. •...
  • 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 14). Figure 14 2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level (Figure 14). Figure 15 If the oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick, Adjusting the Handle Height slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick.
  • Page 10: Starting The Engine

    Figure 18 Starting the Engine Figure 21 • Pull the recoil starter at the engine (Figure 22). Model 20056 only 1. Push the ignition toggle switch to the On (“I”) position (Figure 19). Figure 22 4. If the mower does not start in 1 or 2 pulls, press the primer button 1 or 2 times and try starting it again.
  • Page 11: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Using the Self-propel Drive To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the mower will automatically keep pace with you (Figure 27). Note: You can self-propel the mower with the blade engaged or disengaged.
  • Page 12: Disengaging The Blade

    Disengaging the Blade Release the blade control bar (Figure 33). Figure 29 2. When the engine stops, remove the ignition key when you leave the mower. Figure 33 Engaging the Blade Important: When you release the blade control bar, When you start your engine, the blade does not turn. You the blade should stop within 3 seconds.
  • Page 13: Bagging The Clippings

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, operating condition. Contact an Authorized Service install a new Toro replacement bag. Dealer. If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and...
  • Page 14: Removing The Grass Bag

    Figure 35 2. Remove the rear discharge plug (Figure 35). 3. Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide (Figure 36). Figure 38 Removing the Grass Bag To remove the bag, reverse the steps above. 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.
  • Page 15: 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 Figure 40 • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do 2.
  • Page 16: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    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 After the rst 5 operating • Change the engine oil. hours • Check the engine oil level. •...
  • Page 17: Replacing The Air Filter

    Replacing the Air Filter 3. Tip the mower onto its side, with the air filter up, to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube (Figure Replace the air filter yearly; replace it more frequently in 48). dusty operating conditions. 1.
  • Page 18: Replacing The Fuse

    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. Figure 50 Refer to Preparing for Maintenance. 2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet. 2.
  • Page 19: Cleaning The Mower

    Figure 53 1. Blade nuts 4. Blade driver 2. Stiffener 5. Disk 3. Blade 6. Blade brake clutch shield Figure 54 4. Remove the blade (Figure 53). 1. Washout port 5. Remove the blade driver and disk (Figure 53). 4. Turn the water on. 6.
  • Page 20: Folding The Handle

    5. Remove the wire from the spark plug and connect the wire onto the retaining post. 6. Remove the spark plug, add 1 oz. (30 ml) of oil through the spark plug hole, and pull the starter rope slowly several times to distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during the off-season.
  • Page 22: The Toro Starting Guarantee

    – failure to follow proper maintenance procedures your Toro Engine will start on the first or second pull for five years – rotary mower blade striking an object from the date of purchase—if you provide the routine maintenance –...
  • Page 23 Date Hours Air Cleaner Change Oil Lubricate Wheels Check Spark Storage Used Service (does not apply (mowers only) Plug Preparation (mowers only) to two-cycle) Part No. 374-0018 Rev. E...
  • Page 24: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.

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