Toro Recycler 20012 Operator's Manual

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22in Recycler® Lawn Mower
Model No. 20012—Serial No. 260000001 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 two words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical information
and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
© 2006—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. 3354-607 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA.
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  • Page 1 Authorized Service grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws. Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and 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 4 104-7909 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 3. Thrown object hazard, mower—keep the 5. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand deector in place. or foot, mower blade—do not operate up and down slopes; operate side to side on slopes; stop the engine before leaving the operating position;...
  • Page 5: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 1. Unfolding the Handle Figure 5 Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating 2. Filling the Engine with Oil condition. •...
  • Page 6: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Filling the Fuel Tank Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or mower directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
  • Page 7: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level 2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level (Figure 10). If the oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick, 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to raise the oil level dipstick (Figure 10).
  • Page 8: Adjusting The Handle Height

    Adjusting the Handle Height Squeeze the bottom of the handle halves together and change the handle holes in which the pins are mounted, as shown in Figure 12. Figure 14 1. Blade control bar 3. Start the engine using the recoil starter (Figure 15). Figure 15 4.
  • Page 9: Bagging The Clippings

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and lock the side discharge door (refer to Removing the Side...
  • Page 10: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    • For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. Figure 23 • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro 2. Lift open the side discharge door (Figure 24). replacement blade. Cutting Grass • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do...
  • Page 11: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    – Set the cutting height on the front wheels one notch lower than the rear wheels. For example, set the front wheels at 2 inches (51 mm) and the rear Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if wheels at 2-3/8 inches (60 mm). you slip and contact the blade.
  • Page 12: Changing The Engine Oil

    Important: Before tipping the mower to change the oil or replace the blade, allow the fuel tank to run dry through normal usage. If you must tip the mower prior to running out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump to remove the fuel. Always tip the mower onto its side, with the air filter up.
  • Page 13: Cleaning The Mower

    Cleaning the Mower The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury. The mower may dislodge material from under the Wear gloves when servicing the blade. mower housing. 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and •...
  • Page 14: Folding The Handle

    Storage 1. Loosen the handle knobs until you can move the upper handle freely (Figure 35). Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Mower for Storage Gasoline vapors can explode. Figure 35 • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. 2.
  • Page 16: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or workmanship, or if a normal, able-bodied adult can no longer start your product’s engine in one or two pulls, follow this procedure: Contact any Authorized Toro Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership.

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