Toro 20340 Operator's Manual
Toro 20340 Operator's Manual

Toro 20340 Operator's Manual

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22in Recycler
Model No. 20340—Serial No. 401500000 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. It is not designed for cutting
brush or for agricultural uses.
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.
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.
© 2017—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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Register at www.Toro.com.
Lawn Mower with SmartStow
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
This product contains a chemical
or chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
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.
Gross or Net Torque: The gross or net torque
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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.
Contents
Introduction ............................................................... 1
Safety ....................................................................... 2
General Safety ................................................... 2
Form No. 3418-793 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
or reproductive harm.
Original Instructions (EN)
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  • Page 1 Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or or chemicals known to the State of additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model California to cause cancer, birth defects, and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety Safety and Instructional Decals ......3 Setup ................ 5 1 Unfolding the Handle ........5 This machine has been designed in accordance with 2 Installing the Recoil-starter Rope in the ANSI B71.1-2012. Rope Guide............. 6 3 Filling the Engine with Oil ......... 7 4 Assembling the Grass Bag.......
  • 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 decal137-9196 137-9196 1. Lock 2. Unlock decal132-4470 132-4470 Traction Adjustment 1. Attention; read the 2. Scan the QR code for Operator's Manual—1) more information on Loosen the knob by turning traction adjustment. it counterclockwise; 2) Pull the cable(s) away from the engine to decrease the traction, or push the cable(s) toward the engine...
  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. • Do not damage the cable(s) when folding or unfolding the handle. • Ensure that the cable(s) are routed to the outside of the handle. •...
  • Page 6: 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 7: 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. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil. g222533 Figure 5 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g230447 Figure 6...
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety signs. • Check that all guards and safety devices, such as deflectors and/or grass catcher, are in place and working properly.
  • Page 9: Filling The Fuel Tank

    – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a major name-brand service station (Figure – Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel stabilizer to the gasoline all season.
  • Page 10: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height WARNING Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury. • Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. • Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height. CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you.
  • Page 11: During Operation

    During Operation Safety necessary. • Use accessories and attachments approved by General Safety The Toro® Company only. • Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection; long pants; slip-resistant, substantial Slope Safety footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long •...
  • 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: Operating The Bag-On-Demand Lever

    Operating the move the lever rearward until the button on the lever pops up. Bag-on-Demand Lever Important: For proper operation, shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, The bag-on-demand feature allows you to either and then remove any grass clippings and collect or recycle grass and leaf clippings while the debris from the bag-on-demand door and the grass bag is attached to the machine.
  • Page 14: Operating Tips

    Clean grass and debris from the machine to help the cutting season begins. prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro • Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine replacement blade.
  • Page 15: Folding The Handle

    Folding the Handle Attach a garden hose that is connected to a water supply to the washout port (Figure 18). WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle.
  • Page 16: Storing The Machine In The Vertical-Stow Position

    Storing the Machine in the into an approved fuel container until it is at or below the level recommended by the engine Vertical-Stow Position manufacturer. During the mowing season or in the off-season, you can store your machine in the vertical position to minimize storage space.
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  • Page 18: Maintenance

    • To ensure optimum performance and continued 1. Spark-plug wire safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by After performing the maintenance procedure(s), other manufacturers could be dangerous, and connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug.
  • Page 19: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Yearly Service Interval: Yearly Unclip the top of the air-filter cover (Figure 24). Changing the engine oil is not required, but if you want to change the oil, use the following procedure.
  • Page 20: 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 21: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive. Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment (Figure 29). g231390 Figure 28 g027231 Figure 29 Important: Position the curved ends of the...
  • Page 22: Storage

    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 23 Notes:...

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