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Form No. 3356-793 Rev A

50cm Recycler® Lawn Mower

Model No. 20654—Serial No. 270000001 and Up

Operator's Manual

Introduction

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 and 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.

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 safety, emission, and operating requirements, the
actual engine horsepower on this class of lawn mower will
be significantly lower.

Safety

Improperly using or maintaining this mower can result
in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply
with these safety instructions.

Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe
service; however, failure to comply with the following
instructions may result in personal injury.

To ensure maximum safety, best performance, and
to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential that
you and any other operator of the mower read and
understand the contents of this manual before the
engine is ever started. Pay particular attention to the
safety alert symbol (Figure 2
) which means Caution,
Warning, or Danger—“personal safety instruction.”
Read and understand the instruction because it has to
do with safety. Failure to comply with the instruction
may result in personal injury.

General Lawn Mower Safety

The following instructions have been adapted from the ISO
standard 5395.

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.

Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the mower. Local regulations can
restrict the age of the operator.

© 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

Summary of Contents for Recycler 20654

Page 1: ... SAE J1940 As configured to meet safety emission and operating requirements the actual engine horsepower on this class of lawn mower will be significantly lower Safety Improperly using or maintaining this mower can result in injury To reduce the potential for injury comply with these safety instructions Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe service however failure to comply with th...

Page 2: ... instructions and with feet well away from the blade s and not in front of the discharge chute Operation Never mow while people especially children or pets are nearby Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times Never pick up or carr...

Page 3: ... accessories Do not use will fit parts and accessories they may cause a safety hazard Sound Pressure This unit has an equivalent continuous A weighted sound pressure level at the operator ear of 85 dBA based on measurements of identical machines per EN 11094 and EN 836 Sound Power This unit has an equivalent continuous A weighted sound power level of 98 dBA based on measurements of identical machin...

Page 4: ...e Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped Step Description Qty Use Handle 1 Handle knobs 2 1 Screws 2 Install the handle 2 No parts required Fill the crankcase with oil Note Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position 1 Installing the Handle Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables causing an ...

Page 5: ...e handle knobs are on the inside of the handle Figure 7 Figure 7 6 Tighten the handle knobs as tight as you can Figure 8 Figure 8 2 Filling the Crankcase with Oil Important Your mower does not come with oil in the engine 1 Remove the dipstick Figure 9 Figure 9 2 Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick Do not overfill 3 Install the dipstick secur...

Page 6: ...line can burn you and others 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 when the engine is cold Wipe up spills Do not handle gasoline when smoking or around an open flame or sparks Store gasoline in an approved fuel container out of the reach of children Fill the ...

Page 7: ...for all moving parts to stop Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height Adjust the cutting height as desired Set all four wheels to the same height Figure 14 Figure 14 Adjusting the Handle Height Squeeze the bottom of the handle halves together and change the handle holes in which the pins are mounted Figure 15 Figure 15 1 Raise the handle 2 Lower the handle Note Th...

Page 8: ...zed Service Dealer Recycling 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 c...

Page 9: ...rd 2 Fit the bag door opening over the discharge tunnel opening Figure 24 Figure 24 3 Set the rear of the bag frame on the handle knobs 4 Pull the handle rearward until the latch locks into the notch in the bag door latch Figure 25 Figure 25 Removing the Grass Bag 1 Lift the door latch until it clears the bag notch and move the discharge door handle forward 2 Grasp the bag frame handle and the rea...

Page 10: ... setting unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow down Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height When cutting grass over 15 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 Mow only dry grass or leaves Wet grass ...

Page 11: ... or before annual storage Important Refer to your engine operator s manual for additional maintenance procedures 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 before performing any maintenance procedure Figure 28 Figure 28 3 After performing the maintenance procedure s connect the spark plug wire to the spark ...

Page 12: ... used oil properly at a local recycling center Lubricating the Self propel Drive 1 Wipe the grease fittings on the rear wheel height adjustment levers with a clean rag Figure 34 Figure 34 1 Grease tting 2 Install a grease gun onto each fitting in turn and gently apply 1 or 2 pumps of 2 multi purpose lithium grease to each Important Excess grease may damage the seals and prevent the wheel clutch from...

Page 13: ...t the clippings 2 When no more clippings come out stop the water and move the mower to a dry area 3 Run the engine for a few minutes to dry the housing to prevent it from rusting Storage Store the mower in a cool clean dry place Preparing the Mower for Storage Gasoline vapors can explode Do not store gasoline more than 30 days Do not store the mower in an enclosure near an open flame Allow the engi...

Page 14: ... Figure 38 Figure 38 3 To unfold the handle simply return the handle to the operating position Figure 39 Figure 39 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 plug and tighten it with a torque wrench to 20 N m 3 Connect the wire to the spark plug 14 ...

Page 15: ... A Italy 39 0331 853611 Irriamc Portugal 351 21 238 8260 Jean Heybroek b v Netherlands 31 30 639 4611 Lely U K Limited United Kingdom 44 1480 226 800 Maquiver S A Colombia 57 1 236 4079 Maruyama Mfg Co Inc Japan 81 3 3252 2285 Metra Kft Hungary 36 1 326 3880 Mount eld a s Czech Republic 420 255 704 220 Munditol S A Argentina 54 11 4 821 9999 Oslinger Turf Equipment SA Ecuador 593 4 239 6970 Oy Hak...

Page 16: ...f the product If for any reason it is impossible for you to contact your seller you may contact any Toro Authorized Distributor to arrange service 2 Bring the product and your proof of purchase sales receipt to your seller or the Service Dealer If for any reason you are dissatis ed with the Service Dealer s analysis or with the assistance provided contact the Toro importer or contact us at Custome...

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