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22in Recycler
Model No. 20353—Serial No. 404400000 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.
© 2018—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
the machine.
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The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Use of this product may cause exposure
to chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Form No. 3423-281 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3423-281* A
Printed in Mexico
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    Authorized Service The enclosed engine owner's manual is supplied Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model for information regarding the US Environmental and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Introduction ............... 1 This machine has been designed in accordance with Safety ............... 2 ANSI B71.1-2017. General Safety ........... 2 Safety and Instructional Decals ......3 General Safety Setup ................ 4 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle....4 This product is capable of amputating hands and 2 Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the feet and of throwing objects.
  • 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. This mark indicates that 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. Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure Note: Ensure that the cables are routed on the outside of the handle and are not pinched (D of Figure g236451 Figure 3...
  • 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. g230719 Figure 4...
  • Page 6: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Important: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine, but it does come with a bottle of oil. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil. g222533 Figure 5 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure...
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product Overview Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Always shut off the machine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and allow the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it. • Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
  • Page 8: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Filling the Fuel Tank Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a major name-brand service station (Figure • For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher stabilizer/conditioner to fresh fuel as directed by ((R+M)/2 rating method).
  • Page 9: Adjusting The Handle Height

    Adjusting the Handle Height You can raise or lower the handle in 1 of 2 positions that is more comfortable for you (Figure 11). g269686 Figure 11 Remove both handle knobs. Move the handle to the desired height position. Secure the handle with the previously removed handle knobs. Adjusting the Cutting Height CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you.
  • Page 10: During Operation

    Check the grass catcher components and the machine. Do not engage in any activity that discharge chute frequently for any wear or causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property deterioration and replace them with genuine Toro damage may occur. parts when necessary. •...
  • Page 11: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    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 (Figure 14). g027441 Figure 15 1. Traction-assist handle g233423 Reach forward with your fingertips and grasp the Figure 14...
  • Page 12: Shutting Off The Engine

    Shutting Off the Engine Service Interval: Before each use or daily To shut off the engine, release the blade-control bar. Important: When you release the blade-control bar, both the engine and blade should stop within 3 seconds. If they do not stop properly, stop using your machine immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 13: 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 14). 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 13).
  • Page 14: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    – Raise the cutting height on your machine. the cutting season begins. – Cut the grass more frequently. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro – Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full replacement blade. swath with each pass.
  • Page 15: After Operation

    After Operation Turn the water on. Start the engine and run it until the clippings no longer come out from under the machine. After Operation Safety Shut off the engine. Shut off the water and disconnect the garden General Safety hose from the machine.
  • Page 16 g032870 Figure 23 1. Operating position 2. Folded position Insert the carriage bolt (with the bolt head toward the inside) through the handle bracket and the 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 bracket (Figure...
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    • To ensure optimum performance of the machine, Figure 25 use only genuine Toro replacement parts and 1. Spark-plug wire accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty.
  • Page 18: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter Refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 17). Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap Service Interval: Every 25 hours counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure 27). Yearly Unclip the top of the air-filter cover (Figure 26). g031274 Figure 27 1.
  • Page 19: Replacing The Blade

    through until the oil level on the dipstick Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware is correct. (Figure 29). • If the oil level on the dipstick is too high, Install the new blade and all mounting hardware drain the excess oil until the oil level on the (Figure 30).
  • Page 20: 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 21 Check the engine-oil level; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel; refer to Filling the Fuel Tank (page Connect the wire to the spark plug.
  • Page 22 Notes:...
  • Page 23 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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