Toro 20340 Operator's Manual

Toro 20340 Operator's Manual

22in recycler lawn mower with smartstow
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22in Recycler
Model No. 20340—Serial No. 400000000 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
© 2017—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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identifies the location of the
Figure 1
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Register at www.Toro.com.
Lawn Mower with SmartStow
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.
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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
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class of mower
2),
Form No. 3408-834 Rev B
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3408-834* B
Printed in the USA
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. 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 machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI B71.1-2012. Contents General Safety Introduction ..............1 Safety ................2 This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and General Safety............
  • Page 3: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing. decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
  • Page 4: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. •...
  • Page 5: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide

    Installing the Recoil-starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure Important: To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter rope in the rope guide. Hold the blade-control bar to the upper handle and pull the recoil-starter rope through the rope guide on the handle (Figure g188439...
  • Page 6: Assembling The Grass Bag

    Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure 1. Slip the grass bag over the frame as shown in Figure g201460 Figure 6 1. Full 3. Low 2. High 3. Carefully pour about 3/4 of the engine capacity of oil into the oil-fill tube.
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product Overview g198722 Figure 9 1. Handle 9. Cutting-height lever (4) g027258 g027258 2. Self-propel bar 10. Spark plug Figure 8 3. Blade-control bar 11. Side-discharge deflector 4. Adjustment knob for the 12. Oil-fill tube/dipstick self-propel drive 3. Hook the top and side channels of the bag onto the top 5.
  • Page 8: Operation

    Filling the Fuel Tank Operation • For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline Before Operation with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). • Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE Before Operation Safety by volume is acceptable.
  • Page 9: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    g201460 Figure 12 1. Full 3. Low g186259 2. High Figure 13 1. Raise the machine 2. Lower the machine 3. Remove the dipstick and read the oil level on the dipstick end (Figure 12). Note: The cutting-height settings are 25 mm (1 inch); 35 •...
  • Page 10: Starting The Engine

    Note: If the machine does not start after several • Use accessories and attachments approved by the The attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Toro® Company only. Using the Self-Propel Drive Slope Safety To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands •...
  • Page 11: Shutting Off The Engine

    Shutting Off the Engine 2. Install the grass bag, ensuring that the pins on the bag rest in the notches on the handle (Figure 17). Service Interval: Before each use or daily 3. Lower the rear door. To shut off the engine, release the blade-control bar. Important: When you release the blade-control bar, Removing the Grass Bag both the engine and blade should stop within 3 seconds.
  • Page 12: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    Removing the Side-Discharge Chute To remove the side-discharge chute, lift up the side door, remove the side-discharge chute, and lower the side-discharge door. g198734 Figure 19 1. Clean here Side-Discharging the Clippings Use side-discharging 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;...
  • Page 13: Storing The Machine In The Vertical-Stow Position

    Storing the Machine in the Vertical-Stow Position During the mowing season or in the off-season, you can store decal133-8198 your machine in the vertical position to minimize storage Figure 21 space. DANGER 2. Ensure that the cutting-height setting on the machine is 35 mm (1-3/8 inches) or higher;...
  • Page 14: Operating Tips

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

    Cleaning the Machine 2. Wash out the clippings from under the machine. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Folding the Handle Cleaning the Machine Using the WARNING Washout Port Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can For best results, clean the machine soon after you have damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating completed mowing.
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Replacement parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer or at www.torodealer.com (US customers only). Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the engine-oil level and add oil as needed. •...
  • Page 17: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter Service Interval: Yearly 1. Unclip the top of the air-filter cover (Figure 27). g201460 Figure 28 1. Full 3. Low 2. High 4. Tip the machine onto its side (so that the air filter is up) to drain the used oil from the oil-fill tube (Figure 29) or set the machine in the vertical-stow position g186256...
  • Page 18: 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 19: 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 33). g024443 Figure 32 g027231 Figure 33 1.
  • Page 20: Storage

    Remove the Machine from Storage Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. 1. Check and tighten all fasteners. 2. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly by Preparing the Machine for pulling the recoil-start handle to blow the excess oil Storage from the cylinder.
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  • 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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