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Summary of Contents for Recycler 20010

Page 1: ...rsi6n gratis de este manual en espadol escriba a la direcci6n indicada m_s abajo Aseg0rese de indicar el modelo y el n0mero de serie de su producto Pour obtenir gratuitement une version en frangais de ce manuel 6crivez a I adresse ci dessous N oubliez pas d indiquer les num6ros de modele et de s6rie de votre produit The Toro Company Attn Parts Dept 8111 Lyndale Ave S Bloomington MN 55420 1196 Dome...

Page 2: ...new purchase Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly The information in this manual can help you and others avoid injury and product damage Although Toro designs and produces safe products you are responsible for operating the product properly and safely Whenever you contact your Authorized Service Dealer or the factory for help with service genuine To...

Page 3: ...formation or terminology specific to Toro lawn mowers is enclosed in parenthesis This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death Training Read the instructions carefully Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment before starting See manufacturer s in...

Page 4: ... on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet welt away from the blade s Do not tilt when starting the engine or switching on the motor unless the mower has to be tilted for starting In this case do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part which is away from the operator Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute Do not put hand...

Page 5: ...ning Always disconnect electric mowers live operated before cleaning repairing or adjusting Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s reconm_ended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra c...

Page 6: ...e brackets Fig 2 Model 20021 POTENTIAL HAZARD Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can pinch stretch or damage one or more of the cables WHAT CAN HAPPEN Any pinched stretched or damaged cable may cause an operational failure that results in an unsafe operating condition HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not pinch stretch or damage the cables Handle the cables with care when folding or unfolding the...

Page 7: ... 10W30 weight detergent oil that has the American Pen oleum Institute API service classification SK SG SH or SJ Before each use make sure that the oil level is between the Add and the Full marks on the dipstick Fig 7 1626 Figure 7 1 Dipstick To add oil 1 Move the lawn mower to a level surface 2 Clean around the dipstick Fig 7 3 Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise 1 4 turn and ...

Page 8: ...ch of children Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gasoline POTENTIAL HAZARD When fueling under certain circumstances a static charge can develop igniting the gasoline WHAT CAN HAPPEN A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and damage property HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always place gasoline containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling Do not fill gasoline conta...

Page 9: ...to warm up for at least one minute longer in cooler temperatures Note If the engine fails to start after three attempts repeat steps 2 through 4 Stopping the Engine Release the blade control bail Fig 11 Both the engine and the blade should stop If they do not stop properly contact your Authorized Service Dealer Figure 11 1 Blade control bail 1060 Starting the Engine 1 Connect the wire onto the spa...

Page 10: ...area of operation Avoid striking trees walls curbs or other solid objects Never deliberately mow over any object If the lawn mower strikes an object or starts to vibrate innnediately stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire and examine the lawn mower for damage Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting season Periodically file down nicks on the blade Replace the blade when necessary with...

Page 11: ...hest cutting height setting and walking slower then mow again at a lower setting for best lawn appearance If the grass is too long and leaves clumps on top of the lawn the lawn mower may plug up and cause the engine to stall Alternate the mowing direction This helps disperse clippings over the lawn for even fertilization If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory try one or more of the foll...

Page 12: ... the blade maintain it more frequently if the edge dulls quickly in rough or sandy conditions Check stopping time every 50 operating hours or at the start of each mowing season The blade must stop within three seconds of releasing bail if not see your Authorized Service Dealer for repair X X X X Adjust the cable and grease the Self propel rear height adjustor brackets every 50 X Drive operataing h...

Page 13: ...remely flammable highly explosive and under certain conditions can cause personal injury or property damage HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Avoid fuel spills by running the engine dry or removing gasoline with a hand pump never siphon Draining the Oil above the Lawn Mower Deck Note Toro reconnnends this procedure for draining the engine oil 1 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug Fig 29 2 Drain the gaso...

Page 14: ...Mower Housing Keep the underside of the lawn mower housing clean Be especially careful to keep the kickers free of debris Fig 17 1 Kickers Figure 17 757 Washing Method 1 Move the lawn mower on a flat concrete or asphalt surface near a garden hose 2 Start the engine 3 Hold the running garden hose at handle level and direct the water to flow on the ground just in front of the right rear tire Fig 18 ...

Page 15: ...y Fig 19 5 Remove and discard the paper air cleaner filter Fig 19 IMPORTANT Do not try to clean a paper filter 6 Insert a new paper air cleaner filter 7 Install the air cleaner cover and secure it with a screw IMPORTANT Do not operate the engine without the air filter element extreme engine wear and damage can Occur 2 3 4 1003 Figure 20 1 Air filter 3 Cover 2 Screw 4 Pre cleaner 4 Tilt the air cle...

Page 16: ... the blade as little as possible to avoid future starting problems inspecting the Blade Carefully examine the blade for sharpness and wear especially where the flat and the curved parts meet Fig 22A Because sand and abrasive material can wear away the metal that connects the flat and curved parts of the blade check the blade before using the lawn mower If you notice a slot or wear Figs 22B and 22C...

Page 17: ...lade 1 Check the balance of the blade by placing the center hole of the blade over a nail or a screwdriver shank clamped horizontally in a vise Fig 25 installing the Blade 1 2 Install the blade onto the spindle and the blade driver with the curved blade tips pointing toward the lawn mower deck and the blade driver nesting in the recess of the blade Fig 23 Install the accelerator the lock washer an...

Page 18: ... forward when you disengage the bail Cleaning under the Belt Cover Keep the area under the belt cover free of debris 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Remove the bolts that secure the belt cover to the lawn mower housing Fig 28 1 Figure 28 Belt cover 2 Bolt 1666 3 Lift offthe cover and brush out all the debris from the belt area 4 Install the belt cover Replacing the Spark ...

Page 19: ...oline 2 Press the primer three times 3 Connect the spark plug wire 4 Clean the spark plug check the spark plug gap and replace the spark plug if it is damaged 1 Drain and fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline 2 Clean the gasoline cap vent hole 3 Clean the 4 Clean the 5 Clean the 6 Clean the air filter lawn mower discharge chute underside of the lawn mower deck spark plug check the spark plug gap ...

Page 20: ...hen mowing the last time before storing the lawn mower 1 Run the lawn mower until the engine stops from running out of fuel 2 Prime the engine and start it again 3 Allow the engine to run until it stops When you can no longer start the engine it is sufficiently dry Preparing the Engine 1 While the engine is still warm drain the oil from the crankcase Refer to hanging the Engine Oil on page 13 2 Re...

Page 21: ...tched or damaged cable may cause an operational failure that results in an unsafe operating condition HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not pinch stretch or damage the cables Handle the cables with care when folding or unfolding the handle Do not use the lawn mower if one or more of the cables are pinched stretched or damaged Contact your Authorized Service Dealer 2 3 Rotate the handle toward the front o...

Page 22: ...er 2 Side cover clamp 4 Remove and save the three bolts that secure the discharge cover to the lawn mower Fig 36 Save the cover and bolts for future use 1 Grommet 4 7 8 9 Figure 37 2009 Insert the tongue of the discharge tunnel into the lawn mower Fig 38 Align the holes in the tunnel with the gronm_ets in the lawn mower Fig 38 Ensure that the hole in the tongue aligns with the hole in the side of ...

Page 23: ...bag and ensure that the discharge tunnel door is closed and secured POTENTIAL HAZARD Thrown objects may result if the discharge door does not close completely WHAT CAN HAPPEN Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury or death HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD If the discharge door cannot be closed because grass clippings clog the discharge area stop the engine and gently move the discharge door handl...

Page 24: ...replacement bag that has this or a similar warning Emptying the Grass Bag 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Lift the door latch until it clears the bag notch and move the discharge door handle forward Fig 40 3 Grasp the bag flame handle and the rear of the grass bag and lift the bag off the lawn mower 4 Gradually tip the bag forward to empty clippings Side Discharge Chute I...

Page 25: ...moving parts to stop Disconnect the wire from the spark plug Fig 29 Open the discharge door by moving handle rearward Fig 44 and hold it open while inserting the plug 1 Plug 4 2 m 4360 Figure 44 2 Discharge door handle Insert the plug into the discharge tunnel opening and fit the lower section into the opening first Fig 45 _1 2o12 Figure 45 1 Door latch 6 Lift the door latch on the door handle Fig...

Page 26: ...in the maintenance chart provided in your owner s manual and keep your proof of purchase How Do You Get Service If the starting performance of your GTS 2 Engine should diminish to the point where it will not start in one or two pulls by a nor mal able bodied adult you should follow the procedures below 1 Contact any Authorized Toro Service Dealer Toro Master Service Dealer or Toro Distributor the ...

Page 27: ...nty except for The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee All implied warranties of merchantability that the product is fit for ordinary use and fitness for use that the product is fit for a particular purpose are limited to the duration of the express warranty Some states do not allow limitation on how long implied warranties last so the above exclusion may not apply to you The Toro Company is not liable ...

Page 28: ...88 8801 800 348 2424 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 Items and Conditions Not Covered There is no other express warranty except for special emission system coverage on some products and the Toro Starting Guaran tee...

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