Toro Recycler 20372 Operator's Manual

Toro Recycler 20372 Operator's Manual

22in lawn mower
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22in Recycler
Model No. 20372—Serial No. 316000001 and Up
Model No. 20374—Serial No. 316000001 and Up
Replacement parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer or at www.shoptoro.com.

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 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
model and serial numbers on the product.
G017291
1. Model and serial number plate
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:
Model No.
Serial No.
© 2016—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
identifies the location of the
Figure 1
Register at www.Toro.com.
Lawn Mower
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.
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 contains a chemical or chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or reproductive harm.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code
Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on any
forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless
the engine is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in
Section 4442, maintained in effective working order or the
engine is constructed, equipped, and maintained for the
prevention of fire.
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.
Form No. 3405-898 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3405-898* A
Printed in the USA
(Figure
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product Important calls attention to special mechanical information and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special your product.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    As configured to meet safety, emission, and operating B71.1-2012. 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. General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and Contents of throwing objects.
  • Page 3: 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. 94-8072 104-7953 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual for information on charging the battery; contains lead; do not discard. 2.
  • Page 4 131–4514 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place. 3. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—disconnect the spark-plug wire and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.
  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. Important: To prevent accidental starting, do not insert the electric-start button into the electric starter switch until you are ready to start the engine. Figure 4 1.
  • Page 6: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide

    Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Important: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil. 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Remove the dipstick (Figure 8) and pour about 3/4 of Figure 6...
  • Page 7: Charging The Battery

    Note: Do not slip the bag over the handle excess oil, refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page (Figure 18). 2. Hook the bottom channel of the bag onto the bottom Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is of the frame (Figure 10).
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety signs. • Check that all guards and safety devices, such as deflectors and/or grass catcher, are in place and working properly. •...
  • Page 9: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Filling the Fuel Tank Checking the Engine-Oil Level • For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline Service Interval: Before each use or daily with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating Max. fill: 0.59 L (20 oz), type: SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 method).
  • Page 10: Adjusting The Handle Height

    Adjusting the Handle Height You can raise or lower the handle in 1 of 2 positions that is more comfortable for you (Figure 15). Figure 15 Figure 16 1. Loosen both handle knobs until you can push the 1. Raise the machine 2.
  • Page 11: Starting The Engine

    Check the grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace them with the manufacturer’s recommended parts when necessary. • Use accessories and attachments approved by the The Figure 18 Toro® Company only. Electric start Slope Safety 1. Electric starter 3. Electric-start button (installed) •...
  • Page 12: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Using the Self-Propel Drive Bagging the Clippings To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the clippings from the lawn.
  • Page 13: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    Side-Discharging the Clippings Use the side-discharge for cutting very tall grass. If the grass bag is on the machine and the bag-on-demand lever is in the bagging position, move the lever to the recycling position; refer to Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever (page 12).
  • Page 14: Operating Tips

    • Clean grass and debris from the machine to help prevent • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills. replacement blade. • Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine in any enclosure.
  • Page 15: Folding The Handle

    3. Lower the machine to its lowest cutting-height setting. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 10). 4. Wash out the area under the rear deflector where the clippings go from the housing to the grass bag. Note: Wash out the area with the bag-on-demand in both the fully forward and fully rearward positions.
  • Page 16 Figure 28 1. Operating position 2. Folded position 4. Insert the carriage bolt (with the bolt head toward the inside) through the handle bracket and the upper hole in the handle end. Ensure that the square edges of each carriage bolt fits into the upper or lower square hole in its related handle bracket (Figure 29).
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    • Refer to your engine owner's manual for any additional yearly maintenance procedures. Important: Refer to your engine operator's manual for additional maintenance procedures. Note: Replacement parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer (go to www.toro.com to find the nearest dealer) or at www.shoptoro.com. Maintenance Safety •...
  • Page 18: Replacing The Air Cleaner

    Replacing the Air Cleaner Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Yearly Service Interval: After the first 5 hours 1. Press down on the latch tabs on top of the air cleaner Yearly cover (Figure 31). Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it.
  • Page 19: Charging The Battery

    area and charge the battery at room temperature (70° or 22° C) whenever possible. 1. Connect the charger to the machine wire harness located below the electric-start button (Figure 34). G017323 Figure 33 1. The oil level is at its 3.
  • Page 20: Replacing The Blade

    Replacing the Blade Service Interval: Yearly 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.
  • Page 21: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive. 1. Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment (Figure 39). g027709 Figure 39 1.
  • Page 22: Storage

    Storage 3. Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque wrench to 20 N∙m (15 ft-lb). Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. 4. Perform any maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance (page 17). Preparing the Machine for 5.
  • Page 23 Notes:...
  • Page 24 Countries Other than the United States or Canada This warranty is not valid in Mexico. Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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