Toro TimeMaster 20976, Operator'S Manual

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Form No. 3398-257 Rev B
TimeMaster
®
76cm Lawn Mower
Model No. 20976—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Model No. 20978—Serial No. 400000000 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 machine ready.
Figure 1
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
g017280
Figure 1
1. Model and serial number location
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.
g000502
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.
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. As configured to meet safety, emission,
and operating requirements, the actual engine torque
on this class of mower will be significantly lower. Go to
www.Toro.com to view specifications on your mower
model.
Contents
Introduction ............................................................... 1
Safety ....................................................................... 2
General Safety ................................................... 2
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 3
Setup ........................................................................ 5
1 Assembling the Handle .................................... 5
2 Installing the Blade-Control Bar........................ 6
3 Filling the Engine with Oil ................................. 6
4 Charging the Battery ........................................ 6
5 Assembling the Grass Bag............................... 7
Product Overview ..................................................... 8
Specifications .................................................... 9
Operation .................................................................. 9
Before Operation ................................................... 9
Before Operation Safety ..................................... 9
Filling the Fuel Tank ............................................ 9
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.......................... 10
© 2017—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420 Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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All Rights Reserved
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