Replacing The Blade; Replacing The Fuse; Lubricating The Wheel Gears - Toro Recycler 20793 Operator's Manual

Charging the Battery
Model 20795 only
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling
battery.
Charge the battery for 24 hours initially, then monthly
(every 25 starts) or as needed. Always use the charger in a
sheltered area and charge the battery at room termperature
(70°F or 22°C) whenever possible.
1. Connect the charger to the mower wire harness located
below the ignition key (Figure 49).
Figure 49
2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet.
Note: When the battery no longer holds a charge, recycle
or dispose of the lead-acid battery according to local codes.

Replacing the Fuse

Model 20795 only
If the battery does not charge or the engine does not turn
with the electric starter, the fuse may be blown. Replace it
with a 40-amp plug-in type fuse. Refer to Installing the Fuse.

Lubricating the Wheel Gears

Lubricate each rear wheel with grease yearly.
1. Wipe the grease fittings just inside the rear wheels with
a clean rag (Figure 50).
Figure 50
2. Install a grease gun onto each fitting and gently apply 2
or 3 pumps of #2 multi-purpose lithium-base grease.

Replacing the Blade

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. If the
blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or replace it.
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result
in serious personal injury.
Wear gloves when servicing the blade.
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.
Refer to Preparing for Maintenance.
2. Tip the mower onto its side with the air filter up.
3. Remove the 2 blade nuts and the stiffener (Figure 51).
Figure 51
1. Blade nuts
4. Remove the blade (Figure 51).
5. Install the new blade (Figure 51).
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2. Stiffener