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Form No. 3357-594 Rev A

21in Super Recycler® Lawn Mower

Model No. 20062—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.

Warning

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 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
the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or
grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas may
have similar laws.

This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002

The enclosed Engine Owner’s Manual is supplied
for information regarding the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance,
and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through
the engine manufacturer.

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

This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade safety
requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn mowers and the
B71.1 specifications of the American National Standards
Institute in effect at the time of production.

Read and understand the contents of this manual
before you start the engine.

The safety alert symbol (Figure 2) is used to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Improperly using or maintaining this mower could result in
injury or death. To reduce this potential, comply with the
following safety instructions.

© 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 Super Recycler 20062

Page 1: ...mportant 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 the engine on any forest covered brush covered or grass covered land Other states or federal areas may have similar laws This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES 002 The enclosed Engine Owner s Manual is supplied for information regardi...

Page 2: ...n when operating machine See manufacturer s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury Operation on all slopes require extra caution If you feel uneasy on a slope do not mow it Mow across the face of slopes never up ...

Page 3: ... Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris Allow machine to cool before storing If you strike a foreign object stop and inspect the machine Repair if necessary before starting Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine running Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against engine to prevent unintended starting Check grass catcher components and the discharge gua...

Page 4: ...104 7403 104 7953 1 Warning read the Operator s Manual for information on charging the battery contains lead do not discard 2 Read the Operator s Manual 105 1295 108 4791 4 ...

Page 5: ...he inside and on top of the handle halves If a cable is damaged contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 Remove the upper handle knobs and bolts from the loose parts bag 2 Carefully move the upper handle forward and place the ends over the lower handle so they are in line and nest together Figure 3 Figure 3 3 Install the bolts and upper handle knobs with the knobs on the outside of the handle tighte...

Page 6: ...ter Important You cannot start the mower with the electric starter or charge the battery unless you install the fuse 1 Unclip both ends of the battery cover and remove it Figure 8 Figure 8 2 Install the fuse in the fuse holder Figure 9 Figure 9 Note Your mower comes with a fuse in the your owner s packet and another fuse in the battery box 3 Install the battery cover 4 Charging the Battery Refer t...

Page 7: ...stick wipe it clean and fully install the dipstick Figure 13 Figure 13 2 Remove the dipstick and check the oil level Figure 13 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 0 59 l type SAE 30W detergent oil with an API service classification of SF SG SH SJ SL or higher...

Page 8: ...hest position 3 Lowest position 2 Middle position either hole 3 Install the lower handle knobs and tighten the knobs as tight as you can by hand Figure 17 Figure 17 Starting the Engine 1 Firmly push in the primer 3 times with your thumb holding the primer in for a second before releasing it each time Figure 18 Figure 18 Note If the air temperature is below 55 F 13 C firmly push the primer in 5 time...

Page 9: ...r 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 clippings Important Ensure that the rear discharge plug is in place before you recycle the clippings Figure 24 Figure 24 Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want...

Page 10: ...rge 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 before side discharging the clippings Important Ensure that the rear discharge plug is in place before you recycle the clippings Figure 28 Figure 28 The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury Stop the engine and wait for all movi...

Page 11: ...d 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 and leaves tend to clump 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 th...

Page 12: ... Yearly Replace the air lter more frequently in dusty operating conditions Check the spark plug refer to your engine owner s manual Refer to your Engine Operator s Manual for any additional yearly maintenance procedures 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 Disconnec...

Page 13: ...e changing the oil to warm it Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants 1 Perform the pre maintenance procedures refer to Preparing for Maintenance 2 Remove the dipstick Figure 36 Figure 36 3 Tip the mower onto its side with the air filter up to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube Figure 37 Figure 37 4 Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level reaches the Full l...

Page 14: ... the grease fittings just inside the rear wheels with a clean rag Figure 40 Figure 40 2 Install a grease gun onto each fitting and gently apply 2 or 3 pumps of 2 multi purpose lithium base grease 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 Deal...

Page 15: ... can explode Do not store gasoline more than 30 days Do not store the mower in an enclosure near an open flame 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 engine to run until it sto...

Page 16: ...t Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you fold the upper handle Figure 44 4 To unfold the handle refer to Unfolding the Handle 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 15 ft lb 20 N m 3 Charge the battery 4 Connect ...

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Page 18: ...nd carburetor adjustments Oil change and lubrication Repairs or adjustments due to the following failure to follow proper maintenance procedures rotary mower blade striking an object contaminants in the fuel system improper fuel or fuel mixture consult your operator s manual if in doubt failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of non use over three months operation misuse neglect or ac...

Page 19: ...Date Storage Preparation Check Spark Plug Lubricate Wheels mowers only Change Oil does not apply to two cycle Air Cleaner Service mowers only Hours Used Part No 374 0018 Rev E ...

Page 20: ...stem coverage on some products and the Toro Starting Guarantee on GTS Engine This express warranty does not cover Cost of regular maintenance service or parts such as filters fuel lubricants oil changes spark plugs blade sharpening worn blade cable linkage adjustments or brake and clutch adjustments Any product or part which has been altered or misused or required replacement or repair due to acci...

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