Toro 20332 Operator's Manual

Toro 20332 Operator's Manual

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Model No. 20332—Serial No. 315000001 and Up
Model No. 20334—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.
© 2015—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 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.
Form No. 3396-542 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
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Printed in the USA
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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

    B71.1 specifications of the American National Standards will be significantly lower. Go to www.Toro.com to view Institute in effect at the time of production. specifications on your mower model.
  • 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. Installing the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle.
  • Page 6: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Filling the Engine with Oil Charging the Battery No Parts Required No Parts Required Procedure Procedure Note: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine, Electric-Start Model Only but it does come with a bottle of oil. Refer to Charging the Battery (page 16).
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product Overview g027375 Figure 7 1. Handle 8. Spark plug 2. Blade-control bar 9. Cutting-height lever (4) 3. Adjustment knob for the 10. Air filter self-propel drive 4. Electric-start button 11. Side-discharge deflector (electric-start model only) 5. Fuel-tank cap 12. Bag-on-demand lever 6.
  • Page 8: 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 9: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height Starting the Engine 1. Hold the blade-control bar against the handle (Figure WARNING 12). Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury. • Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
  • Page 10: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it before bagging the clippings; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 12).
  • Page 11: Installing The Grass Bag

    Installing the Grass Bag Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever 1. Raise and hold up the rear deflector (Figure 16). 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 12: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    Figure 18 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 11).
  • Page 13: 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 14: Maintenance

    • Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before yearly 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.
  • Page 15: 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 21). Figure 21 Figure 23 1. Dipstick 2. Replace the air filter (Figure 22). 3. Tip the machine onto its side with the air filter up to drain the used oil out through the oil-fill tube (Figure 24).
  • Page 16: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery • A green light indicates that the charger is fully charged or the charger is disconnected from the battery. Service Interval: Every 25 hours • A flashing light that alternates between red and green Yearly or before storage indicates that the battery is nearly fully charged.
  • Page 17: 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 18: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    g027709 Figure 31 1. Handle (left side) 3. Self-propel-drive cable 2. Adjustment knob 2. Adjust the tension on the cable (Figure 31) by pulling it back or pushing it forward and holding that position. Note: Push the cable toward the engine to increase the traction;...
  • Page 19: Storage

    Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Machine for Storage WARNING Figure 32 Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. 1. Washout port • Do not store the machine in an enclosure near an open flame.
  • Page 20: Remove The Machine From Storage

    1. Remove the electric-start button (electric-start model only). 2. Loosen the handle knobs until you can move the upper handle freely. 3. Fold the upper handle forward as shown in Figure Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you fold 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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