Toro Recycler 20333 Operator's Manual

Toro Recycler 20333 Operator's Manual

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22in Recycler
Model No. 20333—Serial No. 315000001 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.
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
© 2014—The Toro® Company
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Bloomington, MN 55420
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Lawn Mower
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 other 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.
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.
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
2),
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class of mower
Form No. 3388-347 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
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Original Instructions (EN)
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  • Page 1: Introduction

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

    Safety will be significantly lower. Go to www.Toro.com to view specifications on your mower model. This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn mowers and the Contents B71.1 specifications of the American National Standards Institute in effect at the time of production.
  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • • Never operate the machine in wet grass. Always be sure Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the engine of your footing; walk; never run. running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. • Disengage the drive system, if so equipped, before •...
  • Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals

    • Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as genuine parts. When it comes to reliability, Toro delivers necessary. replacement parts designed to the exact engineering specifications of our equipment. For peace of mind, insist • To best protect your investment and maintain optimal on Toro genuine parts.
  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 131–4514 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower Installing the Blade-Control blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place. 3.
  • Page 6: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope

    Installing the Handle Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required No Parts Required Procedure Procedure WARNING Important: To start the engine safely and easily Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating rope in the rope guide.
  • Page 7: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Filling the Engine with Oil Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required No Parts Required Procedure Procedure 1. Slip the grass bag over the frame as shown in Figure Note: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine, but it does come with a bottle of oil.
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Product Overview g027396 Figure 9 1. Handle 9. Cutting-height lever (4) 2. Blade-control bar 10. Spark plug 3. Adjustment knob for the 11. Side-discharge deflector self-propel drive 4. Ignition switch 12. Bag-on-demand lever 5. Oil fill/dipstick 13. Handle knob (2) 6.
  • Page 9: Operation

    Operation Filling the Fuel Tank 1 cm (1/2 inch) DANGER 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 machine directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
  • Page 10: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    through 5 until the oil level is at the Full mark on the dipstick (Figure 12). • If the oil level is above the Full mark on the dipstick, drain the excess oil until the oil level on the dipstick is at the Full mark. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 17).
  • Page 11: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Using the Self-Propel Drive Engaging the Blade To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands When you start your engine, the blade does not turn. You on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the must engage the blade to mow.
  • Page 12: Disengaging The Blade

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, operating condition. Have the machine inspected and install a new Toro replacement bag. serviced by an Authorized Service Dealer. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it before 5.
  • Page 13: Installing The Grass Bag

    Installing the Grass Bag Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever 1. Raise and hold up the rear deflector (Figure 20). The bag-on-demand feature allows you to either collect or recycle grass and leaf clippings while the grass bag is attached to the machine. •...
  • Page 14: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    Figure 22 1. Clean here 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 13).
  • 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 • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do not...
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    • Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before yearly storage. Yearly or before storage Important: Refer to your engine owner’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. Preparing for Maintenance hand fuel pump to remove the fuel.
  • Page 17: Replacing The Air Filter

    Replacing the Air Filter Service Interval: Every 25 hours 1. Use a screw driver to open the air-filter cover (Figure 25). Figure 25 Figure 27 1. Dipstick 2. Replace the air filter (Figure 26). 4. Tip the machine onto its side with the air filter up to drain the used oil out through the oil-fill tube (Figure 28).
  • Page 18: Replacing The Blade

    Cleaning the 11. Install the dipstick securely. Blade-Brake-Clutch Shield 12. Recycle the used oil properly. Service Interval: Every 25 hours Replacing the Blade Clean the blade-brake-clutch shield yearly to prevent the blade Service Interval: Yearly from stalling while you mow. Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the 1.
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive 3. Lower the machine to its lowest cutting-height setting; refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 10). Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the 4. Wash out the area under the rear deflector where the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel clippings go from the housing to the grass bag.
  • Page 20: Storage

    Folding the Handle Storage WARNING Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can Preparing the Machine for damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. Storage • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle.
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  • Page 24: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.

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