Product Overview; Operation; Before Operation; Before Operation Safety - Toro 20384 Operator's Manual

Product Overview

Model 20384 shown
1. Cutting-height lever (4)
2. Spark plug
3. Oil fill/dipstick (not shown) 10. Electric-start button
4. Fuel tank cap
5. Rear door
6. Recoil start handle
7. Adjustment knob for the
self-propel drive
1. Grass bag
2. Side-discharge chute
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8. Blade-control bar
9. Upper handle
(electric-start model only)
11. Battery (electric-start
model only)
12. Washout port
13. Air filter
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3. Battery charger
(electric-start model only)
4. Rear plug (installed)

Operation

Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.

Before Operation

Before Operation Safety

General Safety
•
Always shut off the machine, remove the
electric-start button (if equipped), 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.
•
Check that all guards and safety devices, such as
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deflectors and/or grass catcher, are in place and
functioning properly.
•
Always inspect the machine to ensure that the
blades and blade bolts are not worn or damaged.
•
Inspect the area where you will use the machine,
and remove all objects that could interfere with
the operation of the machine or that the machine
could throw.
•
Contact with the moving blade will cause serious
injury. Do not put your fingers under the housing
when adjusting the cutting height.
Fuel Safety
•
Fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive.
A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and
others and can damage property.
– To prevent a static charge from igniting the fuel,
place the container and/or machine directly on
the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on
an object.
– Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area,
when the engine is cold. Wipe up any fuel that
spills.
– Do not handle fuel when smoking or around an
open flame or sparks.
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– Do not remove the fuel cap or add fuel to the
tank while the engine is running or hot.
– If you spill fuel, do not attempt to start the
engine. Avoid creating a source of ignition until
the fuel vapors have dissipated.
– Store fuel in an approved container and keep
it out of the reach of children.
•
Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term
exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and
illness.
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