Toro Recycler 20958 Operator's Manual
Toro Recycler 20958 Operator's Manual

Toro Recycler 20958 Operator's Manual

55cm recycler lawn mower
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55cm Recycler
Model No. 20958-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 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
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
(Figure
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 Installing the Blade-Control Bar .............................. 5
2 Installing the Handle ............................................. 5
Guide................................................................. 6
4 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 6
5 Assembling the Grass Bag ...................................... 7
Product Overview .......................................................... 8
Specifications ......................................................... 8
Operation ..................................................................... 9
Filling the Fuel Tank ................................................ 9
2),
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.................................. 9
Adjusting the Cutting Height....................................10
Starting the Engine .................................................10
Form No. 3387-785 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3387-785* A
Printed in the USA

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    This product complies with all relevant European directives. For details, see the separate product-specific Declaration of You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product Conformity (DOC) sheet. and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
  • Page 2: Safety

    • Using the Self-Propel Drive ........11 Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for Stopping the Engine ..........11 accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their Engaging the Blade..........11 property. Disengaging the Blade..........12 • Understand explanations for all pictograms used on the Checking the Blade-Brake Clutch Operation....12 machine or in the instructions.
  • Page 3: Sound Pressure

    To ensure the best performance and safety, transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and and when transporting the machine to and from the area accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories;...
  • Page 4: Hand/Arm Vibration

    Hand/Arm Vibration CAUTION Long-term exposure to vibration while operating Measured vibration level for right hand = 4.7 m/s the machine may cause some numbness in the Measured vibration level for left hand = 5.1 m/s hands and wrists. Uncertainty Value (K) = 2.0 m/s Wear gloves that dampen the vibration whenever you operate the machine for an extended period of Measured values were determined according to the procedures...
  • 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: Assembling The Grass Bag

    Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure 1. Slip the grass bag over the frame as shown in Figure Figure 6 1. Dipstick 3. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth. 4. Insert the dipstick fully into the oil-fill tube. 5.
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Product Overview g027525 Figure 9 1. Handle 9. Cutting-height lever (4) 2. Blade-control bar 10. Air filter 3. Ignition switch 11. Side-discharge chute 4. Adjustment knob for the 12. Bag-on-demand lever self-propel drive 5. Fuel-tank cap 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

    tube, wait 3 minutes, and then repeat steps through until the oil level is at the Full mark on the dipstick. • If the oil is above the Full mark on the dipstick, drain the excess oil until the oil level is at the Full mark on the dipstick.
  • 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

    The blade-brake clutch may be Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, deteriorating and, if ignored, could result in an unsafe install a new Toro replacement bag. operating condition. Have the machine inspected and serviced by an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 13: Installing The Grass Bag

    Installing the Grass Bag • For bagging the grass and leaf clippings, press the button on the bag-on-demand lever, and move the lever forward 1. Raise and hold up the rear deflector (Figure 21). until the button on the lever pops up (Figure 22).
  • Page 14: 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 13).
  • Page 15: Cutting Grass

    Slow down your mowing speed if the machine does not cutting season begins. cut the leaves finely enough. • 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...
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    • Refer to your engine owner's manual for any additional yearly maintenance procedures. 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

    Yearly 9. Pour about 3/4 of the crankcase capacity of oil in the crankcase. Toro Premium Engine Oil is available from your Authorized Toro Dealer. 10. Wait 3 minutes for the oil to settle. 11. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.
  • Page 18: Replacing The Blade

    Cleaning the 14. Install the dipstick into the oil-fill tube securely. Blade-Brake-Clutch Shield 15. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling center. Service Interval: Every 25 hours Replacing the Blade Clean the blade-brake-clutch shield yearly to prevent the blade from stalling while you mow.
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive 1. 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 2. Move the machine onto a flat paved surface. self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive.
  • Page 20: Storage

    Storage 2. Fold the upper handle forward as shown in Figure Important: Route the cables to the outside of the Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. handle knobs as you fold the handle. Preparing the Machine for Storage WARNING Gasoline vapors can explode.
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  • Page 23 The Way Toro Uses Information Toro may use your personal information to process warranty claims, to contact you in the event of a product recall and for any other purpose which we tell you about. Toro may share your information with Toro's affiliates, dealers or other business partners in connection with any of these activities. We will not sell your personal information to any other company.
  • Page 24 Toro's option, under warranty at no cost for parts and labor. Frame failure due to misuse or abuse and failure or repair required due to rust or corrosion are not covered.

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