Troubleshooting - Toro Recycler 20779 Operator's Manual

4. Use a pump-type syphon to drain the fuel into a clean
approved gasoline container.
5. Install the wire onto the spark plug.

Troubleshooting

Your lawn mower was designed and built for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully.
If a problem continues, see your Authorized Service Dealer.
Problem
Engine will not start g
Engine starts hard or loses power g
Engine runs rough g g
Mower or engine vibrates g
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Uneven cutting pattern
1. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline
2. Move the throttle lever to the Fast position
3. Press the primer three times
4. Spark plug
Install the spark plug wire
Clean the spark plug, check the spark plug gap, and replace the
spark plug if it is damaged
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1. Drain and fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline
2. Replace the air filter element
3. Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck
4. Clean the spark plug, check the spark plug gap, and replace the
spark plug if it is damaged
5. Check the engine oil
1. Install the spark plug wire
2. Clean the spark plug, check the spark plug gap, and replace the
spark plug if it is damaged
3. Move the throttle lever from the Slow to the Fast position
4. Replace the air filter element
1. Balance the blade. If the blade is bent, replace it.
2. Tighten the blade mounting bolt
3. Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck
4. Tighten the engine mounting bolts
1. Place all four wheels at the same height
2. Sharpen and balance the blade
3. Change the mowing pattern
4. Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck
6. Run the engine until it stops.
7. Start the engine again to make sure that all the
gasoline is out of the carburetor.
Corrective Action
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