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Form No. 3393-154 Rev A

55cm Recycler

®

SmartStow Lawn Mower

Model No. 20959—Serial No. 315000001 and Up

Operator's Manual

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
safety and operation training materials, 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.

Figure 1

identifies the location of the

model and serial numbers on the product.

Figure 1

1.

Model and serial number plate

Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:

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.

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.

This product complies with all relevant European directives.
For details, see the separate product-specific Declaration of
Conformity (DOC) sheet.

Net Torque:

The gross or net torque of this engine was

laboratory rated by the engine manufacturer in accordance
with the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940.
As configured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class of mower
will be significantly lower. Go to www.Toro.com to view
specifications on your mower model.

Do not tamper with the engine controls or alter the governor
speed; doing so may create an unsafe condition resulting in
personal injury.

Contents

Introduction .................................................................. 1
Safety ........................................................................... 2

General Lawn Mower Safety ..................................... 2
Sound Pressure ...................................................... 3
Sound Power .......................................................... 3
Hand/Arm Vibration .............................................. 4
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 4

Setup ............................................................................ 5

1 Unfolding the Handle ............................................ 5
2 Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope

Guide................................................................. 6

3 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 6
4 Assembling the Grass Bag ...................................... 7

Product Overview .......................................................... 8

Specifications ......................................................... 8

Operation ..................................................................... 8

Filling the Fuel Tank ................................................ 8
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.................................. 9
Adjusting the Cutting Height .................................... 9
Starting the Engine .................................................10
Using the Self-Propel Drive .....................................10

© 2014—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

*3393-154* A

 

Summary of Contents for 20959

Page 1: ...he recommended precautions 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 This product complies with all relevant European directives For details see the separate product specific Declaration of Conformity DOC sheet Net Torque The gross o...

Page 2: ...achine or in the instructions Gasoline WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable Take the following precautions Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling Add fuel before starting the engine Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add gasoline while the engine is running or when the engine is hot If gasoline is spilled do not a...

Page 3: ...ngine to cool before storing in any enclosure To reduce the fire hazard keep the engine silencer battery compartment and gasoline storage area free of grass leaves or excessive grease Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Replace worn or damaged parts for safety Replace faulty silencers If the fuel tank ha...

Page 4: ...ou operate the machine for an extended period of time Safety and Instructional Decals Important Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger Replace damaged decals Manufacturer s Mark 1 Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer 112 8760 1 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine 2 Cutting dismembermen...

Page 5: ...ers a safe distance from the machine 5 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade do not operate up and down slopes operate side to side on slopes stop the engine before leaving the operating position and look behind you when backing up Setup Important Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine 1 Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Unf...

Page 6: ...l with an API service classification of SF SG SH SJ SL or higher Note When the crankcase is empty pour about 3 4 of the crankcase capacity of oil in the crankcase then do the following 1 Move the machine to a level surface 2 Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out Figure 6 Figure 6 1 Dipstick 3 Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth 4 Insert the dipstick int...

Page 7: ...urs change it yearly thereafter Refer to Changing the Engine Oil page 15 4 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure 1 Slip the grass bag over the frame as shown in Figure 7 1 2 3 g027120 Figure 7 1 Handle 3 Grass bag 2 Frame Note Do not slip the bag over the handle Figure 7 2 Hook the bottom channel of the bag onto the bottom of the frame Figure 8 g027121 Figure 8 3 Hook the top and si...

Page 8: ...old unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher R M 2 rating method Oxygenated fuel with up to 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE by volume is acceptable Ethanol Gasoline with up to 10 ethanol gasohol or 15 MTBE methyl tertiary butyl ether by volume is acceptable Ethanol and MTBE are not the same Gasoline with 15 ethanol E15 by volume is not approved for use Never use gasoline that contains more th...

Page 9: ...mportant If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine you may damage the engine 6 Install the dipstick securely Adjusting the Cutting Height WARNING Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade causing serious injury Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the ...

Page 10: ...he self propel drive bar Note The machine comes with freewheeling clutches that make it easier to pull the machine rearward To disengage the clutches you may need to push the machine forward about 2 5 cm 1 inch or more after you release the self propel drive bar Stopping the Engine To stop the engine release the blade control bar Important When you release the blade control bar both the engine and...

Page 11: ... rear deflector Figure 15 Figure 15 1 Notches 3 Grass bag pin 2 2 Rear deflector 2 Install the grass bag ensuring that the pins on the bag rest in the notches on the handle Figure 15 3 Lower the rear deflector Removing the Grass Bag To remove the bag reverse the steps above Side Discharging the Clippings Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass If the grass bag is on the machine remove i...

Page 12: ...cal stow position that is not designed for that purpose 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 If a cable is damaged contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 Ensure that the level of gasoline in the fuel tank is no higher than what is recommended by the engine manufac...

Page 13: ...d can cause the machine to plug or the engine to stall WARNING Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade Mow only in dry conditions Be aware of a potential fire hazard in very dry conditions follow all local fire warnings and keep the machine free of dry grass and leaf debris Alternate the mowing direction This helps disperse the clippings over the lawn for eve...

Page 14: ...l maintenance procedures Note Replacement parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer go to www toro com to find the nearest dealer or at www shoptoro com Preparing for Maintenance 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug Figure 20 before performing any maintenance procedure Figure 20 3 After performing the maintenance p...

Page 15: ...f oil in the crankcase Note Max fill 0 59 L 20 oz type SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF SG SH SJ SL or higher 7 Wait about 3 minutes for the oil to settle in the crankcase 8 Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth 9 Insert the dipstick into the oil fill tube then remove the dipstick 10 Read the oil level on the dipstick Figure 22 If the oil level is below the Add ma...

Page 16: ...efer to Preparing for Maintenance page 14 2 Tip the machine either onto its side with the dipstick down 3 Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady Figure 25 Figure 25 4 Remove the blade by turning the blade bolt counterclockwise saving all mounting hardware to install the new blade Figure 25 5 Install the new blade by turning the blade bolt clockwise Figure 26 Figure 26 Important Position the ...

Page 17: ...le when the engine is running Do not allow bystanders in the area Cleaning the Machine Using the Washout Port For best results clean the machine soon after you have completed mowing 1 Lower the machine to its lowest cutting height setting Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height page 9 2 Move the machine onto a flat paved surface 3 Wash out the area under the rear deflector where the clippings go fro...

Page 18: ...during the off season 8 Loosely install the spark plug 9 Tighten all nuts bolts and screws Folding the Handle 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 If a cable is damaged contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 Disengage the handle locks until you can move the upper ...

Page 19: ... 3766 3636 Jean Heybroek b v Netherlands 31 30 639 4611 Victus Emak Poland 48 61 823 8369 European Privacy Notice The Information Toro Collects Toro Warranty Company Toro respects your privacy In order to process your warranty claim and contact you in the event of a product recall we ask you to share certain personal information with us either directly or through your local Toro company or dealer ...

Page 20: ...d or shows signs of being tampered with Owner Responsibilities You must maintain your Toro Product by following the maintenance procedures described in the Operator s Manual Such routine maintenance whether performed by a dealer or by you is at your expense Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or workmanship follow this proc...

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