Toro Recycler 20012 Operator'S Manual Download

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Maintenance

Note:

Determine the left and right sides of the mower by standing in the operating position.

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Important

: Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures.

Maintenance Service

Interval

Maintenance Procedure

Each Use

•

Check the engine oil level.

•

Remove grass clippings and dirt from under the housing.

1 Year (25 Hours)

•

Replace the air filter; replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.

•

Change the engine oil.

•

Replace the blade or have the blade sharpened; replace it or have it sharpened

more frequently if the edge dulls quickly.

•

Lubricate the wheel gears.

4 Years (100 Hours)

•

Replace the spark plug (refer to your engine operator’s manual).

•

Clean the cooling system (refer to your engine operator’s manual).

Annual Storage

•

Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed or before annual storage.

Whichever comes first

Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating hours.

Preparing for Maintenance

Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to

stop.

Disconnect the

spark plug wire from the

spark plug and hook it

onto the retaining post

(A) before performing

any maintenance

procedure.

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After performing the maintenance procedure(s),

connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug.

Note:

Before tipping the mower to change the oil or

replace the blade, allow 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).

Warning

Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak.

Gasoline is flammable, explosive and can cause

personal injury.
Run the engine dry or remove the gasoline with a

hand pump; never siphon.

Replacing the Air Filter

Replace the air filter yearly; replace it more frequently

in dusty operating conditions.
Refer to Preparing for Maintenance on page 12.

Rotate the air filter

cover to remove it.

Replace the air filter.

Install the cover.

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Summary of Contents for Recycler 20012

Page 1: ...formation and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention Warning The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Important This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this engine on a...

Page 2: ... wet grass Always be sure of your footing walk never run Disengage the drive system if so equipped before starting the engine If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine and check for the cause immediately Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Always wear eye protection when operating machine See manufacturer s instructions for proper operation and installation of acces...

Page 3: ... use a nozzle lock open device If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immediately Never overfill fuel tank Replace gas cap and tighten securely Warning Exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless deadly poison that can kill you Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed area General Service Never operate machine in a closed area Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment ...

Page 4: ... 5517 1 Warning do not touch the hot surface 104 7909 1 Warning read the Operator s Manual 2 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine 3 Thrown object hazard mower keep the deflector in place 4 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade stay away from moving parts 5 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade do not operate up and down slopes ...

Page 5: ...discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine Unfolding the Handle Warning Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables causing an unsafe operating condition S Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle S If a cable is damaged contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 Carefully move the upper handle forward until the handle halves are in line and n...

Page 6: ...e 13 Before Operating Danger Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others S 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 S Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold Wipe up spills S Do not handle gasoline when smoking or ar...

Page 7: ... in 1 cm m 5570 m 5653 Checking the Engine Oil Level 1 Remove the dipstick wipe it clean and fully install the dipstick m 5571 m 5653 2 Remove the dipstick and check the oil level If the oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick Do not overfill Max fill 20 oz type SAE 30 detergent oil with an API s...

Page 8: ...rearward to lower the mower move the front levers rearward and the rear levers forward 1 5 8 1 1 4 2 2 3 8 2 3 4 3 1 8 3 7 8 4 1 4 3 1 2 m 5629 m 5605a m 5653 FRONT Note Only a front cutting height lever is shown The rear cutting height levers operate in the opposite direction to achieve the same result Adjusting the Handle Height Squeeze the bottom of the handle halves together as shown and chang...

Page 9: ...ive bar Note The maximum self propel ground speed is fixed To reduce the ground speed increase the space between the self propel drive bar and the handle Stopping the Engine To stop the engine release the blade control bar Important When you release the blade control bar both the engine and blade should stop within 3 seconds If they do not stop properly stop using your mower immediately and contac...

Page 10: ...e door rod m 5655 4 Lower the rear door 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 bag is on the mower remove it and insert the rear discharge plug refer to Removing the Grass Bag on page 10 before side discharging the clippings Important Ensure that the rear discharge plug is in place be...

Page 11: ...grass or leaves Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the mower 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 Alternate the mowing direction This helps disperse the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory try one or more ...

Page 12: ... first 2Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating hours 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 and hook it onto the retaining post A before performing any maintenance procedure m 5589 A 3 After performing the maintenance procedure s connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug Note Before tippi...

Page 13: ...need a torque wrench to install 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 Warning The blade is sharp contacting the blade can r...

Page 14: ...Gasoline vapors can explode S Do not store gasoline more than 30 days S Do not store the mower in an enclosure near an open flame S Allow the engine to cool before storing it 1 On the last refueling of the year add fuel stabilizer to the fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer 2 Run the mower until the engine stops from running out of fuel 3 Prime the engine and start it again 4 Allow the engi...

Page 15: ...until you can move the upper handle freely m 6289 2 Fold the upper handle forward as shown Important Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you fold the upper handle m 5659 3 To unfold the handle reverse the steps above Removing the Mower from Storage 1 Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow the excess oil from the cylinder 2 Install the spark p...

Page 16: ... failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of non use over three months Special operational conditions where starting may require more than two pulls first time starts after extended period of non use over three months or seasonal storage cool temperature starts such as those found in early spring and late autumn improper starting procedures If you are having difficulty starting your un...

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