During Operation; During Operating Safety; Starting The Engine; Using The Self-Propel Drive - Toro Recyler 20333 Operator's Manual

Note: The cutting-height settings are 25 mm (1 inch); 35
mm (1-3/8 inches); 44 mm (1-3/4 inches); 54 mm (2-1/8
inches); 64 mm (2-1/2 inches); 73 mm (2-7/8 inches); 83 mm
(3-1/4 inches); 92 mm (3-5/8 inches); and 102 mm (4 inches).

During Operation

During Operating Safety

General Safety
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Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection;
slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and hearing
protection. Tie back long hair, secure loose clothing, and
do not wear jewelry.
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Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
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The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in
serious personal injury. Shut off the engine and wait for
all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
•
When you release the blade-control bar, the engine should
shut off and the blade should stop within 3 seconds. If
not, stop using your machine immediately and contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate the
machine when there is the risk of lighting.
•
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and
contact the blade. Mow only in dry conditions.
•
Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view.
•
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip-and-fall
accident.
•
Stop the machine and inspect the blades after striking an
object or if there is an abnormal vibration in the machine.
Make all necessary repairs before resuming operation.
•
Before leaving the operating position, shut off the engine,
remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
•
If the engine has been running the muffler will be hot and
can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot muffler.
•
Check the grass catcher components and the discharge
guard frequently and replace them with the manufacturer's
recommended parts when necessary.
•
Use accessories and attachments approved by the The
Toro® Company only.
Slope Safety
•
Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Use
extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
•
Do not mow on excessively steep slopes. Poor footing
could cause a slip-and-fall accident.
•
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
You could lose your footing or balance.

Starting the Engine

Note: You can start the engine either from the operating
position (Figure 18) or at the engine (with the recoil-start
handle out of the rope guide).
Pull the recoil-starter handle lightly until you feel resistance,
then pull it sharply. Allow the rope to return to the handle
slowly.
Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts,
contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

Using the Self-Propel Drive

To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands
on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the
machine will automatically keep pace with you
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Figure 18
(Figure
Figure 19
19).