Toro TimeMaster 20976 Operator's Manual

TimeMaster® 76cm Lawn Mower
Model No. 20976-Serial No. 402100000 and Up
Model No. 20978-Serial No. 402100000 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 machine ready.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
Important:
With your smartphone or tablet, scan
the QR code on the serial number decal to access
warranty, parts, and other product information.
1. Model and serial number location
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety-alert symbol
(Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause
serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
© 2018-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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Register at www.Toro.com.
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, please see the separate product
specific Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet.
Gross or 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 or J2723. As
configured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class
of mower will be significantly lower. Please refer to
the engine manufacturer's information included with
the machine.
Do not tamper with or disable safety devices on the
machine, and check their proper operation regularly.
Do not attempt to adjust or tamper with the engine
speed control; doing so may create an unsafe
operating condition, resulting in personal injury.
Contents
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Introduction ............................................................... 1
Safety ....................................................................... 2
General Safety ................................................... 2
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 3
Setup ........................................................................ 5
1 Assembling the Handle .................................... 5
2 Installing the Blade-Control Bar........................ 6
3 Filling the Engine with Oil ................................. 6
4 Charging the Battery ........................................ 6
5 Assembling the Grass Bag............................... 7
Product Overview ..................................................... 8
Specifications .................................................... 9
Operation .................................................................. 9
Before Operation ................................................... 9
Before Operation Safety ..................................... 9
Original Instructions (EN)
Form No. 3418-925 Rev C
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
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