Starting The Engine; Using The Self-Propel Drive; Shutting Off The Engine; Recycling The Clippings - Toro Recycler 20337 Operator's Manual

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If the machine strikes an object or starts to vibrate,
immediately shut off the engine, remove the key
(if equipped), wait for all moving parts to stop, and
disconnect the wire from the spark plug before
examining the machine for damage. Make all
necessary repairs before resuming operation.
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Before leaving the operating position, shut off
the engine, remove the ignition key (electric-start
model only), and wait for all moving parts to stop.
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If the engine has been running the muffler will be
hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from
the hot muffler.
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Check the grass catcher components and
the discharge chute frequently for any wear
or deterioration and replace them with the
manufacturer's recommended parts when
necessary.
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Use accessories and attachments approved by
The Toro® Company only.
Slope Safety
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Mow across the face of slopes; never up and
down. Use extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
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Do not mow on excessively steep slopes. Poor
footing could cause a slip-and-fall accident.
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Mow with caution near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments.

Starting the Engine

1. Hold the blade-control bar against the handle
(A of Figure 13).
2. Pull the recoil-start handle (B of
Note:
When you pull the recoil-start handle,
pull it lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it
sharply. Allow the rope to return to the handle
slowly.
Note:
If the machine does not start after several
attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Figure 13

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
Note:
after self-propelling, stop walking, hold your hands
in place, and allow the machine to roll a couple of
centimeters (inches) forward to disengage the wheel
drive. You can also try reaching just under the upper
handle to the metal handle and pushing the machine
forward a couple of centimeters (inches). If the
machine still does not roll backward easily, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.

Shutting Off the Engine

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
To shut off the engine, release the blade-control bar.
Important:
bar, both the engine and blade should stop within
3 seconds. If they do not stop properly, stop
Figure 13).
using your machine immediately and contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.

Recycling the Clippings

Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle
the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.
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
the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove
it; refer to
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(Figure 14).
Figure 14
If the machine does not freely roll backward
When you release the blade-control
Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page
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