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Form No. 3419-149 Rev A

55cm Recycler

Lawn Mower

Model No. 20954—Serial No. 402000000 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 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. Write the numbers in the space
provided.

Important:

With your mobile device, scan the

QR code on the serial number decal to access
warranty, parts, and other product information.

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Figure 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.

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Figure 2

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, please see the separate product
specific Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet.

Gross or 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 or J2723. As
configured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class
of mower will be significantly lower. Please refer to
the engine manufacturer’s information included with
the machine.

Contents

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

General Safety ................................................... 2
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 2

Setup ........................................................................ 4

1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle.............. 4
2 Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the

Rope Guide..................................................... 5

3 Filling the Engine with Oil ................................. 5
4 Assembling the Grass Bag............................... 6

Product Overview ..................................................... 7

Specifications .................................................... 7

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

Before Operation ................................................... 8

Before Operation Safety ..................................... 8
Filling the Fuel Tank ............................................ 8
Checking the Engine-Oil Level............................ 9
Adjusting the Handle Height ............................... 9
Adjusting the Cutting Height ............................... 9