Toro Recycler 20332 Operator's Manual

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22in Recycler
Model No. 20332—Serial No. 406570900 and Up
Model No. 20334—Serial No. 406577037 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. Using this product for purposes
other than its intended use could prove dangerous to
you and bystanders.
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.
Visit www.Toro.com for more information, including
safety tips, training materials, 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.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
Important:
With your mobile device, you can
scan the QR code on the serial number decal (if
equipped) 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.
© 2020—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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Register at www.Toro.com.
Lawn Mower
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
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.
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.
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
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the machine.
Form No. 3436-827 Rev B
Operator's Manual
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Safety-alert symbol
Original Instructions (EN)
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire. Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model The enclosed engine owner's manual is supplied and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents WARNING CALIFORNIA Introduction ............... 1 Safety ............... 3 Proposition 65 Warning General Safety ........... 3 The engine exhaust from this product Safety and Instructional Decals ......4 contains chemicals known to the State of Setup ................ 6 California to cause cancer, birth defects, 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle....
  • Page 3: Safety

    Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI B71.1-2017. General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury. • Read, understand, and follow the instructions and warnings in this Operator’s Manual and on the machine and attachments before starting the engine.
  • Page 4: 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. This mark indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
  • Page 5 decal133-8062 133-8062 decal137-9196 137-9196 1. Lock 2. Unlock decal125-5026 125-5026 Electric-start model only 1. Recycling mode 2. Bagging mode decal140-4357 140-4357 1. Warning—read the 2. Attention—read the Operator’s Manual for Operator’s Manual battery information; do not for battery charging discard the lead battery. information.
  • Page 6: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. Important: To prevent accidental starting, do not insert the electric-start button into the electric-start ignition (if equipped) until you are ready to start the engine. Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure...
  • Page 7: 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. g230719 Figure 4...
  • Page 8: Adding Oil To The Engine

    Adding Oil to the Engine No Parts Required Procedure Important: If the oil level in the engine is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. g222533 Figure 5 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g230447...
  • Page 9: Product Overview

    Product Overview Charging the Battery No Parts Required Procedure Electric-Start Model Only Refer to Charging the Battery (page 24). g269416 Figure 7 1. Handle 8. Spark plug 2. Blade-control bar 9. Side-discharge deflector 3. Adjustment for the 10. Oil fill/dipstick self-propel drive 4.
  • Page 10: Specifications

    Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro – Do not remove the fuel cap or add fuel to the distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all tank while the engine is running or hot. approved attachments and accessories.
  • Page 11: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Filling the Fuel Tank Type Unleaded gasoline Minimum octane rating 87 (US) or 91 (research octane; outside the US) Ethanol No more than 10% by volume Methanol None MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl Less than 15% by volume ether) Do not add to the fuel Use only clean, fresh (no more than 30 days old), fuel from a reputable source.
  • Page 12: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. g231765 Figure 10 Adjusting the Handle Height You can raise or lower the handle in 1 of 2 positions that is more comfortable for you (Figure 11).
  • Page 13: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can burn you. Keep away from the hot muffler. Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all wheels to the same cutting height (Figure 12).
  • Page 14: During Operation

    Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or discharge chute frequently for any wear or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro • The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result parts when necessary.
  • Page 15: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine You can start the engine using either the electric-start button (if equipped) or the recoil-start handle. Starting the Engine Using the Electric-Start Button For Electric-Start Models Hold the blade-control bar against the handle (A of Figure 13). If the electric-start button has been removed, insert it in the electric starter (B of Figure 13).
  • Page 16: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Using the Self-Propel Drive Recycling the Clippings To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. sides, and the machine will automatically keep pace If the grass bag is on the machine and the with you...
  • Page 17: Bagging The Clippings

    Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 19). If the bag-on-demand lever is in the recycling position, move it to the bagging position; refer to Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever (page 18).
  • Page 18: Operating The Bag-On-Demand Lever

    Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever 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. • To bag the grass and leaf clippings, press the button on the bag-on-demand lever and move the lever forward until the button on the lever pops up (Figure 17).
  • Page 19: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    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 18).
  • Page 20: Operating Tips

    (if equipped), wait for all the cutting season begins. moving parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it. replacement blade. •...
  • Page 21: Folding The Handle

    g009501 Figure 20 1. Washout port Turn the water on. Start the engine and run it until the clippings no longer come out from under the machine. g035929 Shut off the engine. Figure 21 Shut off the water and disconnect the garden 1.
  • Page 22: Maintenance

    g032870 Figure 23 1. Operating position 2. Folded position g032865 Insert the carriage bolt (with the bolt head toward Figure 24 the inside) through the handle bracket and the 1. Handle knob 2. Carriage bolt upper hole in the handle end. Ensure that the square edges of each carriage bolt fits into the upper or lower square hole in its related handle Loosely install the handle knobs and carriage...
  • Page 23: Preparing For Maintenance

    • To ensure optimum performance of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty.
  • Page 24: Charging The Battery

    Move the machine to a level surface. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, then remove the dipstick. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 23). Read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure 27). Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure 27).
  • Page 25: Replacing The Fuse

    Note: Your battery charger may have a 2-color LED display that indicates the following states of charging: • A red light indicates that the charger is charging the battery. • A green light indicates that the charger is fully charged or the charger is disconnected from the battery.
  • Page 26: 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 fuel. If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.
  • Page 27: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Preparing the Machine for Storage On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer (such as Toro Premium Fuel Treatment) to the fuel as directed on the label. Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle it according to local codes or use it in your automobile.
  • Page 28: Removing The Machine From Storage

    Removing the Machine from Storage Electric-start models only: Charge the battery for 24 hours; refer to 5 Charging the Battery (page Check and tighten all fasteners. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly by pulling the recoil-start handle to blow the excess oil from the cylinder.
  • Page 29 Notes:...
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  • Page 31 While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.

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