Toro Recycler 20656 Operator'S Manual Download Page 3

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Replace a faulty muffler.

Do not change the engine governor setting or

overspeed the engine.

Sound Pressure

This unit has a maximum sound pressure level at the

operator’s ear of 85 dBA, based on measurements of

identical machines per Directive 98/37/EC.

Sound Power

This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of

98 dBA, based on measurements of identical

machines per Directive 2000/14/EC.

Vibration

This unit does not exceed a hand/arm vibration level

of 4.5 m/s

2

, based on measurements of identical

machines per Directive 98/37/EC.

Safety/Instruction Decals

Important

: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals.

94-8072

104-7908

1. Warning—do not operate the mower without the rear discharge

plug or bag in place; do not operate the mower without the side

discharge cover or deflector in place.

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; operate side to side

on slopes; stop the engine before leaving the operating position;

and look behind you when backing.

104-7953

1. Warning
2. Read the 

Operator’s Manual

 for information on charging the

battery.

3. Contains lead; do not discard.

108-4791

Summary of Contents for Recycler 20656

Page 1: ...ical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention Safety This lawn mower meets or exceeds the EN 836 and the ISO 5395 standards in effect at the time of production Read and understand the contents of this manual before the engine is ever started This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages t...

Page 2: ...here you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult Be alert and turn mower off if children enter the area Before and while moving backward look behind and down for small children Never allow children to operate the mower Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision Service Use extra c...

Page 3: ...eas of potential danger Replace damaged decals 94 8072 104 7908 1 Warning donot operate the mower without the rear discharge plug or bag in place do not operate the mower without the side discharge cover or deflector in place 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...

Page 4: ...rtant Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine Unfolding the Handle 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 l...

Page 5: ... m 5621 m 5593a 2 Install the fuse in the fuse holder as shown Note Your mower comes with a fuse in your owner s packet and another fuse in the battery box m 4796 3 Install the battery cover Charging the Battery Refer to Charging the Battery on page 13 Before Operating Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others S To prevent a static char...

Page 6: ...rk 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 service classification of SF SG SH SJ SL or higher 3 Install the dipstick Adjusting the Cutting Height Adjust the cutting height as desired Set all four wheels to the same height 1 5 8 1 1 4 2 2 3 8 2 3 4 3 1 8 3 7 8 ...

Page 7: ...within 5 seconds using the electric starter press the primer button 1 or 2 times and try starting it again Using the Self propel Drive 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 m 5582 m 5613 Stopping the Engine To stop the engine release the blade control bar Remove the ignition...

Page 8: ...the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn If the side discharge chute is on the mower remove it and lock the side discharge door refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute on page 9 before bagging the clippings The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the op...

Page 9: ...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 9 before side discharging the clippings Important Ensure that the rear discharge plug is in place before you side discharge the clippings m 5587 Installing the Side Discharge Chute 1 Unlock the side discharge door m 7195 2 Lift open the side discharg...

Page 10: ...p on the yard and can cause the mower to plug or the engine to stall 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 of the following Replace the blade or have it sharpened W...

Page 11: ...o 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 Charge the battery 1Whichever comes first 2Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours Preparing for Maintenance 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Disconnect the spark plug wire fro...

Page 12: ...ew minutes before changing the oil to warm it Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants Refer to Preparing for Maintenance on page 11 1 Remove the dipstick m 7310 2 Tip the mower onto its side with the air filter up to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube m 7316 3 Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level reaches the Full line on the dipstick Do not overfill ...

Page 13: ...ter sides of the gear as shown m 5646 3 Install the rear wheels Replacing the Blade Important You will 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 ...

Page 14: ...can no longer start the engine it is sufficiently dry 5 Remove the wire from the spark plug and connect the wire onto the retaining post 6 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 7 Loosely install the spark plug 8 Tighten all n...

Page 15: ...using 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 6 Loosen the handle knobs until you can move the upper handle freely m 6289 7 Fold the upper handle rearward as shown m 7309 Important Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you unfold the upper handle 8 To unfold the handl...

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