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21in Super Recycler® Lawn Mower
Model No. 20090—Serial No. 280000001 and Up
Model No. 20090C—Serial No. 280000001 and Up
Model No. 20091—Serial No. 280000001 and Up
Model No. 20091C—Serial No. 280000001 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
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Bloomington, MN 55420
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
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,
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
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
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3359-163 Rev B
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
or other reproductive harm.
Engine Owner's Manual
Original Instructions (EN)
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- Page 1 Important calls attention to special mechanical additional information, contact an Authorized Service information and Note emphasizes general information Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model worthy of special attention. and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1...
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Page 2: General Operation
requirements, the actual engine horsepower on this class • Never leave a running machine unattended. of lawn mower will be significantly lower. • Stop the engine and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, Safety removing grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. -
Page 3: Safe Handling Of Gasoline
General Service • Never allow children to operate the machine. • Use extra care when approaching blind corners, • Never operate machine in a closed area. shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment view of a child. -
Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals
Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. Manufacturer’s Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. 114-7982 1. Warning—read the 4. Cutting/dismemberment Operator’s Manual. -
Page 5: Assembling And Unfolding The Handle
Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 1. Assembling and Unfolding the Handle Procedure Assembling and unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. • Do not damage the cables when assembling and unfolding the handle. -
Page 6: Product Overview
2. Installing the Starter Rope Product Overview Procedure Pull the starter rope through the rope guide on the handle (Figure 5). Figure 7 Self-propel model shown Figure 5 1. Cutting height lever (4) 6. Recoil start handle 1. Starter rope 2. -
Page 7: Checking The Engine Oil Level
Checking the Engine Oil Level Operation Service Interval: Before each use or daily Filling the Fuel Tank 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the dipstick (Figure 10). Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. -
Page 8: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Note: To raise the mower, move all 4 cutting height levers forward; to lower the mower, move them all 1. Pull the blade control bar to the handle (Figure 13). rearward (Figure 11). Figure 13 1. Hand-push models only 2. -
Page 9: Stopping The Engine
Stopping the Engine Release the blade control bar (Figure 16). Important: When you release the blade control bar, the blade should stop within 3 seconds. If it does not stop properly, stop using your mower immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer. -
Page 10: 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. -
Page 11: Cutting Leaves
Cutting Leaves – Replace the blade or have it sharpened. – Walk at a slower pace while mowing. • After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need to – Raise the cutting height on your mower. make more than one pass over the leaves. -
Page 12: Preparing For Maintenance
Preparing for Maintenance 3. Replace the air filter. 4. Install the cover (Figure 27). 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug (Figure 25) before performing any maintenance procedure. -
Page 13: Replacing The Blade
Replacing the Blade 4. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 30). Do Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Replace the blade not overfill. (Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE or have it sharpened (more frequently 30W detergent oil with an API service classification if the edge dulls quickly). -
Page 14: Cleaning The Mower
Important: Position the curved ends of the 4. Turn the water on. blade to point toward the mower housing. 5. Start the engine and run it until there are no more 6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to clippings that come out from under the mower 60 ft-lb (82 N⋅... -
Page 15: Folding The Handle
Folding the Handle Removing the Mower from Storage 1. Rotate the handle forward (Figure 34). Important: Route the cables to the outside of 1. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow the excess oil from the the handle knobs as you fold the upper handle. - Page 16 Notes:...
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Page 18: 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 19 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...
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Page 20: 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.