Toro Recycler 20996 Operator's Manual

53cm Recycler
Model No. 20996-Serial No. 315000001 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 machine properly and to avoid injury and
equipment damage. You are responsible for operating the
machine 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 machine ready. Figure 1
model and serial numbers on the product.
1. Model and serial number location
Write the product model and serial numbers in the following
space:
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety
messages identified by the safety alert symbol
which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death
if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
© 2014-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
identifies the location of the
Figure 1
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Register at www.Toro.com.
® Lawn Mower
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.
This product complies with all relevant European directives.
For details, see the separate product-specific Declaration of
Conformity (DOC) sheet.
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.
Do not tamper with the engine controls or alter the governor
speed; doing so may create an unsafe condition resulting in
personal injury.
Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 1
Safety ........................................................................... 2
General Lawn Mower Safety ..................................... 2
Sound Pressure ...................................................... 3
Sound Power .......................................................... 3
Hand/Arm Vibration .............................................. 4
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 4
Setup ............................................................................ 5
1 Unfolding the Handle............................................ 5
2 Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope
Guide................................................................. 5
3 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 5
4 Install the Mulch Plug or the Grass Bag .................... 6
5 Assembling the Grass Bag ...................................... 7
Product Overview .......................................................... 8
2),
Specifications ......................................................... 8
Operation ..................................................................... 9
Filling the Fuel Tank ................................................ 9
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.................................. 9
Adjusting the Cutting Height....................................10
Adjusting the Upper Handle Height ..........................10
Form No. 3387-970 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Original Instructions (EN) All Rights Reserved *3387-970* A
Printed in the USA