Toro 20792 Operator's Manual

Toro 20792 Operator's Manual

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53cm Super Recycler® Lawn Mower
Model No. 20792—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Introduction
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 identifies the
location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
Figure 1
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 (Figure 2),
which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or
death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
Figure 2
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.
© 2006—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002
For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross
horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the engine
manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1940. As configured
to meet safety, emission, and operating requirements, the
actual engine horsepower on this class of lawn mower will
be significantly lower.
Safety
Improperly using or maintaining this mower can result
in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply
with these safety instructions.
Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe
service; however, failure to comply with the following
instructions may result in personal injury.
To ensure maximum safety, best performance, and
to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential that
you and any other operator of the mower read and
understand the contents of this manual before the
engine is ever started. Pay particular attention to the
safety alert symbol (Figure 2) which means Caution,
Warning, or Danger—"personal safety instruction."
Read and understand the instruction because it has to
do with safety. Failure to comply with the instruction
may result in personal injury.
General Lawn Mower Safety
The following instructions have been adapted from the ISO
standard 5395.
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and
feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following
safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
Training
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the equipment.
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the mower. Local regulations can
restrict the age of the operator.
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3356-758 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA.
All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and Improperly using or maintaining this mower can result serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the in injury.
  • Page 2 • • Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or hazards. their property. • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. •...
  • Page 3: Vibration, Hand/Arm

    104-7908 • To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts 1. Warning—do not operate the mower without the rear discharge plug or bag in place; do not operate the mower without the side and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and discharge cover or deector in place.
  • Page 4: Assembling And Unfolding The Handle

    2. Carefully move the upper handle forward and place the ends over the lower handle so they are in line and nest together; (Figure 3). 112-8760 1. Thrown object hazard—stay a safe distance from the machine. 2. Cutting/dismemberment of hand or foot—stay away from moving parts.
  • Page 5: Filling The Engine With Oil

    2. Filling the Engine with Oil Your mower does not come with oil in the engine. 1. Remove the dipstick (Figure 7). Figure 7 2. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 7). Do not overfill.
  • Page 6: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Filling the Fuel Tank 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 mower directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
  • Page 7: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the dipstick (Figure 11). Figure 11 2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level (Figure 11). Figure 12 If the oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick, Adjusting the Handle Height slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick.
  • Page 8: Starting The Engine

    Figure 15 Starting the Engine Figure 18 4. If the mower does not start in 1 or 2 pulls, press the 1. Firmly push in the primer 3 times with your thumb, primer button 1 or 2 times and try starting it again. holding the primer in for a second before releasing it each time (Figure 16).
  • Page 9: Recycling The Clippings

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. 4. Install the bag onto the door rod (Figure 24). If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and lock the side discharge door (refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute) before bagging the clippings.
  • Page 10: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    Figure 26 The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Installing the Side Discharge Chute 1. Unlock the side discharge door (Figure 27). Figure 24 5.
  • Page 11: 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...
  • Page 12: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval After the rst 5 operating • Change the engine oil. hours • Check the engine oil level. •...
  • Page 13: Changing The Engine Oil

    Figure 32 Figure 35 3. Replace the air filter. 4. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level 4. Install the cover (Figure 33). reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 36). Do not overfill. (Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE 30W detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.) Figure 33...
  • Page 14: Replacing The Blade

    Replacing the Blade Important: A bolt torqued to 60 ft-lb (82 N⋅m) is very tight. While holding the blade with a block Important: You will need a torque wrench to install of wood, put your weight behind the ratchet or the blade properly.
  • Page 15: Preparing The Mower For Storage

    Storage 3. Rotate the handle forward (Figure 41). Important: Route the cables to the outside of the Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. handle knobs as you fold the upper handle. Preparing the Mower for Storage Gasoline vapors can explode. •...
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  • Page 20 Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service The Toro® Company and its afliate, Toro Warranty Company, If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promises to the or workmanship, follow this procedure: original purchaser* to repair any Toro Product used for normal 1.

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