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Form No.
22in
Model
Model
Model
Model
Recycler ® Lawn
No.
No.
No.
No.
20073--Serial
20073A--Serial
20074_Serial
20074A_Serial
3357-441
Rev A
Mower
No. 270000001
No. 270000001
No. 270000001
No. 270000001
and Up
and Up
and Up
and Up
Operator's
Manual
Introduction
Read this information
m_nt_n your product
product damage. You
product properly and
carefully to learn how to operate and
properly and to avoid injury and
are responsible %r operating the
safely.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for
product and accessory information, help finding a dealer,
or to register your product.
Figure 2
1. Safety alert symbol
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important
calls attention to special mechanical information
and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
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 read> Figure 1 identifies the
location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
CALIFORNIA
Proposition
The engine exhaust from this product
contains
chemicals
known to the State of California to cause
cancer,
\
65 Warning
birth defects,
or other reproductive
harm.
Important:
This engine is not equipped
with a
spark attester muffler. It is a violation of California
Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate
the engine on any forest-covered,
brush-covered,
or
grass-covered
land. Other states or federal areas may
have similar laws.
1
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002
G004988
Figure 1
1.
Model and serial number
\Vrite the product
below:
plate
model and serial numbers
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.
in the space
For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross
horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the engine
manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1940. As configured
to meet safeb, emission, and operating requirements, the
actual engine horsepower on this class of lawn mower will
be sgnificantly lower.
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety
messages identified by the safety alert symbol (Fgure 2),
which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or
death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
© 2006--The
Toro _ Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington,
MN 55420
Register
at www.Toro.com.
Original
Instructions
(EN)
Printed in the USA.
All Rights
Reserved
Safety
•
Do not operate machine while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade safety
requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn mowers and the
B71.t specifications of the American National Standards
Institute in effect at the time of production.
•
Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of
your footing; walk; never run.
•
Disengage the drive system, if so equipped,
starting the engine.
Read
•
If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine and check for the cause immediatel>
Vibration is generally a warning of troul)le.
•
Always wear eye protection
•
See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation
and installation of accessories. Only use accessories
approved by the manufacturer.
before
and understand
the contents
of this manual
you start the engine.
The safety alert symbol (Figure 2) is used to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Improperly using or maintaining this mower could result in
injury or death. To reduce this potential, comply with the
following safety instructions.
The following instructions have been adapted
ANSI/OPEI
standard B71.t-2003.
from the
This cutting machine can amputate hands and feet and
throw objects. Failure to observe the following safety
instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
General
when operating
before
machine.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents,
which can result in severe injur> Operation on all slopes
require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do
not mow it.
•
Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
•
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other l'ridden
objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall
accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Operation
•
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before starting.
•
Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
•
Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate this machine.
Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes.
Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident.
•
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc.,
which could be thrown by the blade. Stay behind the
handle when the engine is runnin&
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
You could lose your footing or balance.
Children
•
•
•
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operatin&
Stop machine if awone enters the area.
•
Do not operate machine barefooted or while wearing
sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
•
Do not pull machine backward unless absolutely
necessar> Always look down and behind before and
while moving backward.
•
Never direct discharged material toward awone. Avoid
discharging material against a wall or obstruction.
Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop
the blade when crossing gravel surfaces.
•
Do not operate machine without the entire grass
catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety
protective devices in place and worMng.
•
Never leave a running machine unattended.
•
Stop the engine and wait until the blade comes to a
complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing
grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard.
•
Operate
machine only in daylght or good artificial light.
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
•
Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the
operator.
Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
Never allow children to operate the machine.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may block your view of a
child.
Service
Safe
Handling
of Gasoline
To avoid personal
injury or property
damage, use
extreme care in handling
gasoline.
Gasoline is
extremely flammable
and the vapors are explosive.
•
Extinguish
of ignition.
•
Use only an approved
•
Never
running.
all cigarettes,
remove
refuel
Never
store
gasoline
and other
engine
to cool be_re
the machine
the machine
Do not change the engine governor
the engine.
the engine
or fuel cont_ner
where
Safety
Important:
near areas
decals.
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers
on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,
then refuel such equipment with a portable container,
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
and
Instructional
Manufacturer's
1.
Mark
Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine
manufacturer.
Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten
securel3:
Do not run the engine
indoors
an odorless,
or in an enclosed
area.
94-8072
General
Service
Never operate machine in a closed area.
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment
in safe working condition.
is
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularl3:
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove
a W fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the
machine. Repair, if necessar 5 before starting.
Never make aW adjustments or repairs with the engine
runnin& Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground
against engine to prevent unintended starting.
Check grass catcher components and the discharge
guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's
recommended
parts, when necessar7
Decals
Safety and instruction
decals
are located
of potential
danger.
Replace
damaged
change clothing
Exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
deadly poison that can kill you.
labels, as
there
light such as on a water
inside a vehicle or on a truck or
If fuel is spilled on clothing,
immediatel3=
setting or overspeed
Maintain or replace safety and instruction
necessary.
refueling.
indoors.
is an open i_ame, spark, or pilot
heater or on other appliances.
Never fill containers
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves,
and use extra caution when servicing them.
sources
container.
gas cap or add fuel with
Allow
Never
cigars, pipes,
104-7402
Model
20074
only
A, CUIDADO:
A A'I-I'ENTION:
104-7403
Model 20074 only
O
O
104-7953
Models 20074 and 20074A only
1.
2.
Warning--read the Operator's Manual for information
Read the Operator's Manual.
on charging
the battery; contains lead; do not discard.
105-1295
108-4791
Models 20074 and 20074A only
108-8192
Model
20074A
108-8191
Model
20074A
only
112-8868
only
Setup
Important:
Remove and discard the protective
plastic sheet that covers the engine.
1.
Unfolding
the
Handle
/
Folding or unfolding
the handle improperly
can
damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating
condition.
Do not damage the cables when
unfolding
the handle.
If a cable is damaged,
Service Dealer.
1.
contact
folding
or
an Authorized
\
Carefully move the upper handle forward until the
handle halves are in line and nest together, and tighten
the handle knobs ( Figure 3).
A
G005039
G005040
Figure
Figure 3
.
Squeeze the lower handle together and move the handle
rearward until it clicks into the operating position
(Figure 4).
4
2.
Filling
the Engine
with
Oil
Your mower does not come with oil in the engine, but it
does come with a bottle of oil.
1.
Remove the dipstick (Figure 5).
G005041
Figure 6
.
Insert the fuse into the fuse holder (Figure 7).
G004992
Figure
.
5
G002878
Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level
reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 5). Do not
overfill.
(Max. fill: 20 oz., type: SAE 30\V detergent
oil with an API
SL, or higher.)
service
classification
Figure 7
Note:
of SF, SG, SH, SJ,
.
3.
Your mower comes with a fuse in the owner's
packet and another
fuse in the battery box.
Install the battery cover.
Install the dipstick securel3:
Important:
Change the engine oil after the first 2
operating hours; change it yearly thereafter. Refer
to Changing the Engine OiL
4.
Models
Charging
the Battery
20074 and 20074A only
Refer to Charging the Batter?: in the Maintenance
3.
Installing
Models
the
Fuse
20074 and 20074A only
Your mower comes with a 40-amp fuse that protects
electric starter.
Important:
electric
starter
the fuse.
1.
You cannot
start the mower
or charge
the battery
unless
the
with the
you install
Unclip both ends of the battery cover and remove it
(Figure 6).
section.
Product
Overview
Operation
5
4
Filling
the
Fuel Tank
3
Gasoline is extremely flammable
and explosive. A
fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and
others.
2
8
\
10
11
To prevent
a static charge
from igniting
the
gasoline,
place the container
and/or
mower
directly
on the ground
before
filling, not in a
vehicle
or on an object.
Fill the tank outdoors
Wipe up spills.
when
Do not handle
gasoline
an open
or sparks.
flame
when
Store gasoline
in an approved
of the reach of children.
the engine
is cold.
smoking
or around
fuel container,
out
G005042
12
Figure
Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from
a major name-brand service station (Figure 10).
8
1.
2.
Cutting height lever
Oil fill/Dipstick
3.
4.
5.
6.
Recoil start handle
Blade control bar
Self-propel drive bar
Ignition key (models 20074
and 20074A only)
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
Fuel tank cap
Battery (not shown; models
20074 and 20074A only)
Air filter
Washout port
Primer
Spark plug
Note:
Never use methanol,
gasoline contailaing methanol,
or gasohol contailaing more than 10% ethanol because the
fuel system could be damaged.
Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Important:
To reduce starting problems,
add fuel
stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with gasoline
less than 30 days old.
2
v
Figure 9
1. Grassbag
2.
3.
Battery charger (models
20074 and 20074A only)
Side discharge chute
4
Figure
10
G004995
Checking
1.
the Engine
Oil Level
Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the
dipstick (Figure 1i).
G004992
Figure 1 1
.
3.
Remove the dipstick and check the oil level (Figure 11).
If the oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick,
slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to rinse the oil level
to the Full mark on the dipstick. Do not overfill. (Max.
fill: 20 oz., _'pe: SAE 30W detergent oil with an API
service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.)
Install the dipstick securel?:
Adjusting
Adjusting
the
the cutting
•
Stop
the
•
Do not put
If the engine
muffler.
engine
height
and
your
has
Cutting
wait
fingers
been
may
Height
bring
you into
for all moving
under
running,
the
parts
housing
the muffler
contact
with
the moving
blade,
causing
serious
injury.
to stop.
when
adjusting
will be hot and
the
cutting
can severely
height.
burn
you.
Keep
away
from
Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set the Dont wheels to the same height as the rear wheels (Figure 12).
in. (108mm)
I
3-1/2 in. (899rnm)
3-1/8 in. (79mm)
3-7/8 in. (98mm)
2-3/4 in. (70mm)
in. (60mm)
2 in. (51mm)
in. (41mm)
(32mm)
4-1/4 in. (108mm)
3-7/8 in. (98mm)
3-1/2 in. (89mm)
3-1/8 in. (79mm)
2-3/4 in. (70mm)
2-3/8 in. (60mm)
2 in. (51mm)
1-5/8 in. (41mm)
1-1/4 in. (32mm)
Figure
12
7O
the
hot
Starting
1.
the
Engine
.
Firmly push in the primer 3 times with your thumb,
holding the primer in %r a second before releasing it
each time (Figure 13).
Turn the ignition key (Figure 15) (models 20074 and
20074A only) or pull the recoil start handle (Figure 16).
Note: When you pull the recoil start handle, keep }Tour
fingers away from the cable on the handle.
G005045
Figure
15
Figure
16
G004997
Figure
13
G005048
Note:
If the air temperature is below 55°F (13°C),
firmly push the primer in 5 times.
.
.
Hold the blade control bar against the handle (Figure
14).
If the mower does not start in 1 or 2 pulls (or within
5 seconds using the electric starter), press the primer
button 1 or 2 times and try starting it again.
Note: If the mower still does not start, contact
Authorized Service Dealer.
Figure 14
1. Bladecontrol bar
11
an
Using the Self-propel
Drive
Bagging
the Clippings
Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf
clippings from the lawn.
To operate the self-propel
drive, simply walk with your
hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides,
and the mower will automatically
keep pace with you
{Figure 17).
/
A worn grass bag could allow small stones and
other similar debris to be thrown in the operator's or
bystander's
direction and result in serious personal
injury or death to the operator or bystanders.
Check the grass bag frequently.
If it is damaged,
install a new Toro replacement
bag.
If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and
lock the side discharge door (refer to Removing the Side
Discharge Chute) before bagging the clippings.
G005046
Figure
17
Stopping
The blade is sharp; contacting
in serious personal injury.
the Engine
Stop
To stop the engine,
release
Note:
Remove the ignition
{models 20074 and 20074A
Important:
When
bar, both the engine
seconds. If they do
mower immediately
Dealer.
Recycling
the blade
key when
only).
control
bar.
before
the engine
leaving
and
the
wait
operating
the blade
for all moving
can result
parts
to stop
position.
you leave the mower
Installing
you release the blade control
and blade should stop within 3
not stop properly, stop using your
and contact an Authorized Service
1.
the
Grass
Bag
Raise and hold up the rear door {Figure 18).
the Clippings
Your mower comes from the factory ready to recycle the
grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.
If the grass bag is on the mower, remove it {refer to
Removing the Grass Bag) before recycling the clippings. If
the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and
lock the side discharge door {refer to Removing the Side
Discharge Chute) before recycling the clippings.
J
Figure 18
.
12
Install the grass bag {Figure 19).
G004999
Side-discharging
the Clippings
Use the side discharge
very tall grass.
for cutting
If the bag is on the mower,
the clippings.
remove
The blade is sharp; contacting
in serious personal injury.
it before
the blade
Stop the engine
and wait for all moving
before leaving
the operating
position.
Installing
.
Unlock
the
Side Discharge
the side discharge
door
side-discharging
(Figure
can result
parts
Chute
20).
<
G005004
Figure
2.
G005002
.
Figure
19
Lower
the rear door.
Removing
the
Grass
Bag
To remove the bag, reverse the steps above.
13
20
Install the side discharge chute (Figure 21).
to stop
G005004
Figure
22
Operating
General
•
Clear
other
Tips
Mowing
Tips
the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches,
debris that the blade could hit.
Avoid striking solid objects with the blade.
deliberately
mow over any object.
If the mower strikes an object or starts
immediately
stop the engine, disconnect
the spark plug, and examine the mower
For best
cutting
performance,
season
install
Never
to vibrate,
the wire from
for damage.
a new blade
before
the
begins.
Replace the blade when
replacement
blade.
Cutting
and
necessary
with
a Toro
Grass
Cut only about
not cut below
grass is sparse
to slow down.
a third
of the grass
blade at a time.
Do
the 2-inch (51 ram) setting unless the
or it is late fall when grass growth begins
Refer to Adjusting
the Cutting Height.
When cutting grass over 6 inches (l 5 cm) tall, mow
at the highest cutting height setting and walk slower;
then mow again at a lower setting for the best lawn
appearance.
If the grass is too long, the mower may
plug and cause
•
the engine
to stall.
T:
Cr
Mow only dr): grass or leaves. \E.et
brass and leaves tend
to clump on the yard and ca:: cause the mower to plug
or the engine to stall.
G005003
Figure
Removing
To remove
21
the
Side
Discharge
the side discharge
Important:
Lock the
close it (Figure
22).
side
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if
you slip and contact the blade. Mow only in dry
conditions.
Chute
chute, reverse the steps above.
discharge
door
after
you
Be aware of a potential fire hazard in very dr):
conditions, follow all local fire warnings, and keep the
mower free of dry grass and leaf debris.
14
Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse the
clippings over the lawn %r even fertilization.
If the finished lawn appearance
or more of the following:
the front wheels at 2 inches (51 ram) and the rear
wheels at 2-3/8 inches (60 ram).
is unsatisfactor 5 try one
Cutting
-
Replace the blade or have it sharpened.
-
Walk at a slower pace while mowin&
-
Raise the cutting height on your mower.
-
Cut the grass more frequentl>
-
Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full
swath with each pass.
-
Set the cutting height on the front wheels one
notch lower than the rear wheels. For example, set
Leaves
•
After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn
shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need to
make more than one pass over the leaves.
•
If there are more than 5 inches (13 cm) of leaves on the
lawn, set the front cutting height one or two notches
higher than the rear cutting height.
•
Slow down your mowing speed if the mower does not
cut the leaves finely enough.
Maintenance
Note:
Determine
the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating
Recommended
Maintenance
Service
Interval
After the first 2 operating
hours
Before each use or daily
Maintenance
Maintenance
position.
Schedule(s)
Procedure
• Change the engine oil.
• Check the engine oil level.
• Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade control
bar.
• Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the mower.
Every 25 hours
• Charge the battery for 24 hours (models 20074 and 20074A only).
Before storage
• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before annual storage.
Yearly
Important:
•
•
•
•
•
Replace the air filter (more frequently in dusty operating conditions).
Change the engine oil.
Lubricate the wheel gears.
Replace the blade or have it sharpened (more frequently if the edge dulls quickly).
Refer to your Engine Operator's Manual for any additional yearly maintenance
procedures.
Refer to your Engine
Operator's
Manual
for additional
15
maintenance
procedures.
Preparing
for Maintenance
1.
Stop
and wait for all moving
2.
Disconnect
the spark plug wire from the spark plug
and hook it onto the retaining post (Figure 23) before
the engine
performing
any maintenance
parts
J
to stop.
procedure.
G005006
Figure 24
1.
.
4.
Air filter
2.
cover
Air filter
Replace the air filter.
Install the cover.
G005005
Changing
Figure 23
1. Spark plug retaining post
.
Oil
Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating
change it yearly thereafter.
After performing the maintenance procedure(s),
connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug.
hours;
Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil
to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more
contaminants.
Important:
Before tipping the mower to change
the oil or replace the blade, aUow the fuel tank to
run dry through normal usage. If you must tip the
mower prior to running out of fuel, use a hand fuel
pump to remove the fuel. Always tip the mower
onto its side, with the air filter up.
Tipping
Gasoline
personal
the Engine
1.
Refer to Preparing
for Maintenance.
2.
Remove the dipstick (Figure 25).
the mower may cause the fuel to leak.
is flammable,
explosive and can cause
injury.
Run the engine dry or remove
hand pump; never siphon.
Replacing
the gasoline
with a
\
the Air Filter
Replace the air filter yearly; replace it more frequently in
dus V operating conditions.
1.
Refer to Preparing
for Maintenance.
2.
Rotate the ,air filter cover to remove it (Figure 24).
G004992
Figure 25
.
16
Tip the mower onto its side with the ,airfilter up to drain
the used oil out through the oil fill tube (Figure 26).
Charging
Models
the
Battery
20074 and 20074A only
CALIFORNIA
Proposition
65 Warning
Battery posts, terminals,
and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known
to the State of California
to cause cancer and
reproductive
1.
.
Wash hands
after handling.
Charge the battery for 24 hours iMtiall}, then monthly
(every 25 starts) or as needed.
Always use the charger in a
sheltered
area and charge the battery at room temperature
(70 ° or 22 ° C) whenever
possible.
G005001
Figure
harm.
Connect
the charger to the mower wire harness
below the ignition key (Figure 28).
located
26
Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level
reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 27). Do not
overfill. (Max. fill: 20 oz., type: SAE 30\V detergent
oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ,
SL, or hgher.)
G002889
Figure 28
.
Plug the charger into a wall outlet.
Note: When the battery no longer holds a charge,
recycle or dispose of the lead-acid battery according to
local codes.
Replacing
Models
/
Figure 27
6.
Install the dipstick securely.
Dispose
center.
Fuse
20074 and 20074A only
If the battery does not charge or the engine does not run
with the electric starter, the fuse may be blown. Replace it
with a 40-amp plug-in b_pe fuse. Refer to Installing the Fuse.
_G005007
.
the
of the used oil properly at a local recycling
17
Lubricating
the Wheel
Gears
1.
Remove the wheel bolts on the rear wheels and remove
the rear wheels.
2.
Apply a lubricating oil to the inner and outer sides of
the gear as shown in Figure 29.
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Figure 30
.
Remove the blade, s_qng all mounting
hardware
(Figure
hardware
(Figure
30).
.
Install the new blade and all mounting
31).
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Figure 29
.
Install the rear wheels.
Replacing
the
Blade
Important:
You will need a torque wrench to instaU
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 gasoline. If the
blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately. If the
blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or replace it.
G005010
The blade is sharp; contacting
in serious personal injury.
Wear gloves when
servicing
the blade
can result
the blade.
1.
Refer to Preparing
for Maintenance.
2.
Tip the mower onto its side with the air filter up.
3.
Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady (Figure
30).
Figure 31
Important:
Position the curved ends of the blade
to point toward the mower housing.
.
Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to
60 ft-lb (82 N-m).
Important:
A bolt torqued to 60 ft-lb (82 N-m)
is very tight. While holding the blade with a block
of wood, put your weight behind the ratchet or
wrench and tighten the bolt securely. This bolt is
very difficult to overtighten.
18
Adjusting
Cable
the Self-propel
Drive
Cleaning
the
Mower
Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the
self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel
drive cable.
The mower may dislodge
mower housing.
1.
•
Wear eye protection.
•
Stay in the operating
position (behind
handle) when the engine is running.
•
Do not allow bystanders
Loosen the cable support nut (Figure 32).
material
from under
the
the
in the area.
For best results, clean the mower soon after you have
completed mowing.
Figure
.
1.
Lower the mower to its lowest cutting height settin&
Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height.
2.
Move the mower onto a flat paved surface.
3.
Attach a garden hose that is connected to a water supply
to the washout port on the mower housing (Figure 34).
32
Pull down the cable jacket (toward the mower) until
there is no slack in the cable (Figure 33).
/
\
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/
Figure 34
.
5.
Figure 33
.
Tighten
the nut on the cable support.
.
7.
.
19
Turn the water on.
Start the engine and run it until there are no more
clippings that come out from under the mower housin&
Stop the engine.
Shut off the water and disconnect
the mower.
the garden hose from
Start the engine and run it for a few minutes to dry the
housing to prevent it from rustin&
Storage
Store
the mower
Folding
in a cool,
Preparing
Storage
clean,
the
the
Handle
dry place.
Mower
Folding or unfolding the handle improperly
can
damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating
condition.
for
Do not damage the cables
unfolding
the handle.
Gasoline
vapors
Do not store gasoline
•
Do not
open
•
Allow
store
If a cable is damaged,
Service Dealer.
can explode.
when
contact
folding
or
an Authorized
more than 30 days.
the mower
in an enclosure
near
.
Remove the ignition key (models 20074 and 20074A
only).
.
Loosen the handle knobs until you can move the upper
handle fred):
an
flame.
the engine
to cool
before
storing
it.
.
On the last refueling
of the )Tear, add fuel stabilizer
the fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer.
.
Dispose
of any unused
fuel properly.
Recycle it
according
to local codes, or use it in )Tour automobile.
3.
to
Fold the upper handle %rward as shown in Figure 35.
Important:
handle
knobs
Route
as you
the cables to the outside
fold the upper handle.
of the
Note: Old fuel in the fuel tank is the leading cause of
hard starting. Do not store fuel without stabilizer more
than 30 days, and do not store stabilized fuel more than
90 days.
.
.
5.
.
.
Run the mower until the engine stops from running
out of fuel.
Prime the engine and start it again.
Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can no
longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dr?:
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug and connect
the wire onto the retaining post.
G005047
Figure 35
Remove the spark plug, add 1 oz. (30 ml) of oil through
the spark plug hole, and pull the starter rope slowly
several times to distribute oil throughout the cylinder to
prevent cylinder corrosion during the off-season.
8.
Loosely instaU the spark plug.
9.
Tighten
.
To unfold the handle, reverse the steps above.
Removing
Storage
the
Mower
from
all nuts, bolts, and screws.
10. Charge the
charger an
must store
the battery
only).
battery for 24 hours, then unplug the battery
store the mower in an unheated area. If you
the mower in a heated area, you must charge
every 90 days (models 20074 and 20074A
20
1.
Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using
the starter to blow the excess oil from the cylinder.
2.
InstaU the spark plug and tighten it with a torque
wrench to 15 ft-lb (20 N-m).
3.
Charge the battery for 24 hours (models 20074 and
20074A only).
4.
Connect
the wire to the spark plug.
The
Toro
Total
Coverage
Guarantee
(Limited
and
for Commercial
A Two -Year Full Warranty
22in Recycler!m
Walk Power Mowers
The
Toro
Starting
Guarantee
oil GTS-2
A Two -Year Full Warranty
(Guaranteed
(Not applicable
Use)
to Start)
for Commercial
Engines
Use)
Conditions
and Products
Covered
under
The Toro
Total
Coverage
Guarantee
The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warrant?: Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair any Toro Product, when used for residential
materials or workmanship or if it stops functioning due to the failure of a component. The IBllowing time periods apply from the date of original pnrchase:
Products
institutional,
All Products
in
• 2 year full warranty
• 1 year fullwarranty
Limited
Warrant"
for Commercial
or rental use are warranted against defects in materials or workmanship
Use
l_r the following time periods from the original date of purchase:
Products
and attachments
Warranty
Period
45 day limited warranty
This warranty covers the cost of parts and labor, but you mnst pay transportation
Conditions
and
costs. This warranty applies to all Toro Recycler walk power mowers and their attachments.
Products
Covered
Under
the
Toro
Starting
Guarantee
The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly guarantee that yonr Toro GTS-2 Engine, when used l_r residential
on the first or second pull for two years from the date of original pnrchase, if you provide the routine maintenance it requires, or we will fix it free of charge.
This warranty covers the cost of parts and labor, but you mnst pay transportation
applies
purposes*, will start
costs. This warranty applies to all Toro Recycler walk power mowers.
The Toro Starting Guarantee does not apply when the prodnct is used commercially.
The followin_
if defective
Warrant,/Period
• All Products and attachments
• Batteries
Toro Products used for commercial,
purposes*,
Use at more than one location is considered
to both the Toro
Total
Items
and
Coverage
Conditions
Guarantee
Not
commercial
use.
& the Toro Startin_
Guarantee:
Covered
There is no other express warranty except l_r special emission system coverage on some products. This express warranty does not cover the l_llowing:
• Cost of regular maintenance
ac!iustments
service or parts, such as filters, filel, lubricants, oil changes, air filter, blade sharpening/worn
blade on mowers, cable/linkage
ac!iustments, or brake and clutch
• Any product or part which has been altered or misused and requires replacement or repair dne to accidents or lack of proper maintenance
• Repairs necessal T due to improper battery care, electrical supply irregularities, failnre to use fresh fuel (less than one month old), or failure to properly prepare the unit prior to any period of
non-use over one month
• Pickup and delivery charges
• Operational misuse, neglect, or accidents
• Repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than an Authorized
Toro Service Dealer
• Repairs or ac!iustments to correct starting difficulties dne to the following:
Failure to follow proper maintenance procednres
Rotal T mower blade striking an otziect
Contaminants in the filel system
hnproper fuel (consult yonr Operator's 3iamtal if in doubt)
Failure to drain the filel system prior to any period of non-use over one month
• Special operational conditions where starting may require more than two pulls:
First time starts after extended period of non-use over one month or seasonal storage
Cool temperatnre starts such as those l_und in early spring and late autumn (applies to rotary mowers only)
hnproper starting procedures
If vou are having difficulty starting yonr unit, please check the @erector _ 3Jam/al to ensnre that you are using the correct starting procednres.
Owner
You mnst maintain
expense.
yonr Toro Prodnct by l_llowing the maintenance
procednres
described in the Operator_
Instructions
If you think that your Toro Prodnct contains a defect in materials or workmanship,
for
This can save an unnecessary
visit to a Service Dealer.
Responsibilities
Obtaining
3iamtal.
Snch rontine maintenance,
Warranty
or if a normal, able-bodied
whether perl_nned
by a dealer or by yon, is at yonr
Service
adnlt can no longer start your prodnct's
engine in one or two pulls, follow this procedure:
1.
Contact an?: Authorized Toro Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership. To locate a dealer convenient to you, refer to the }'ellou P, ges of your telephone directory (look under "Lawn
Mowers") or access our website at www.Toro.com. U.S. Customers may also call the number listed in item #3 to use our 24-hour Toro dealer locator system.
2.
Bring the prodnct and your proof of pnrchase (sales receipt) to the Service Dealer.
3.
If lbr an?: reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer's analysis or with the assistance provided, contact us at: Customer (?are Department -( onsumer, Toro Warrant?: Company,
Lyndale Avemle South, Bloomington, MN 55420-1196; or call us toll free at 1-866-214-9807 (U.S. customers) or 1-866-214-9808 (Canada customers).
The dealer will diagnose the problem
General
All repairs covered by these warranties must be perNnned
by an Authorized
and determine if it is to be covered under warranty.
8111
Conditions
Toro Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement
parts
Neither The Toro Company nor Toro Warranty
Company is liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential
damages in connection with the use of the Toro Products covered by these
warranties,
including any cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction
or non-use pending completion of repairs under these
warranties.
Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
damages,
Countries
so the above exclusions
Other
than
the
and limitations
United
States
may not apply to you. This warranty
or
gives you specific legal rights, and you
Canada
(ustomers who have purchased Toro prodncts exported from the United States or (anada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain gnarantee policies for your cmmtry, province, or state. If
l)r any reason you are dissatisfied with yonr Distributor's service or have difficuhy obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro
Warranty Company.
374-0052 Rev B
*Residentialpm_)oses means u_e of the product on the same lot as ymli home Use at more than one location is considered conmlmcial use. and the conmlm cia111sewarran*ywould apply
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