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Form No. 3388-659 Rev A

22in Recycler

®

Lawn Mower

Model No. 20373—Serial No. 315000001 and Up

Operator's Manual

Replacement parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer or at www.shoptoro.com.

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.

G017291

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

This product contains a chemical or chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or reproductive harm.

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.

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

© 2014—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

*3388-659* A

 

Summary of Contents for Recycler 20373

Page 1: ...ommended 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 This product contains a chemical or chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or reproductive har...

Page 2: ... standard B71 1 2012 This cutting machine can amputate hands and feet and throw objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death General Operation Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before starting the engine Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine Keep clear of the discharge opening at all t...

Page 3: ...ther appliances Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling Remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzl...

Page 4: ...e original machine manufacturer 94 8072 125 5092 1 Step on the deck to start the engine 112 8867 1 Lock 2 Unlock 117 2718 131 0894 Traction Adjustment 1 Attention read the Operator s Manual 1 Loosen the knob by turning it counter clockwise 2 Pull the cable s away from the engine to decrease the traction or push the cable s toward the engine to increase the traction 3 Tighten the knob by turning it...

Page 5: ...hrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine stop the engine before leaving the operating position pick up any debris before mowing 5 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade do not operate up and down slopes operate side to side on slopes look behind you when backing up Setup Important Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine 1...

Page 6: ...chine housing Figure 4 Important Route the cables to the outside of the handle knobs as you install the handle G020470 Figure 4 2 Move the handle to the operating position 3 Install and tighten the handle knobs that you removed in step 1 Figure 4 3 Installing the Recoil Starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure Important To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the m...

Page 7: ...e oil from the crankcase 3 Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth 4 Insert the dipstick into the oil fill tube but do not screw it in then remove the dipstick 5 Read the oil level on the dipstick Figure 6 If the oil level on the dipstick is too low slowly pour a small amount of oil into the oil fill tube wait 3 minutes and repeat steps 3 through 5 until the oil level on the dipstick is at the ...

Page 8: ...igure 7 g027257 1 2 3 Figure 7 1 Handle 3 Grass bag 2 Frame Note Do not slip the bag over the handle Figure 7 2 Hook the bottom channel of the bag onto the bottom of the frame Figure 8 g027258 Figure 8 3 Hook the top and side channels of the bag onto the top and sides of the frame respectively Figure 8 8 ...

Page 9: ...est results use only clean fresh less than 30 days old unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher R M 2 rating method Oxygenated fuel with up to 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE by volume is acceptable Ethanol Gasoline with up to 10 ethanol gasohol or 15 MTBE methyl tertiary butyl ether by volume is acceptable Ethanol and MTBE are not the same Gasoline with 15 ethanol E15 by volume is not approv...

Page 10: ... oil until the oil level on the dipstick is at the correct level Refer to Changing the Engine Oil page 17 Important If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine you may damage the engine 6 Install the dipstick securely Adjusting the Cutting Height WARNING Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade causing serious injury Stop the...

Page 11: ... return to the handle slowly Figure 15 Note If the machine does not start after several attempts contact an Authorized Service Dealer 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 machine will automatically keep pace with you Figure 16 Figure 16 Note If the machine does not freely roll backward aft...

Page 12: ... should stop within 3 seconds If it does not stop properly stop using your machine immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer Checking the Blade Brake Clutch Operation Check the control bar before each use to ensure that the blade brake clutch system is operating properly Using the Grass Bag Service Interval Before each use or daily You can use the grass bag to perform an additional test...

Page 13: ... is on the machine remove it refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute page 15 before recycling the clippings Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn Note Ensure the bag is seated in the correct position WARNING A worn grass bag could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown toward you or bystanders resulting in serio...

Page 14: ...uld allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown in the operator s or bystander s direction and result in serious personal injury or death to the operator or bystanders Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before cleaning the bag on demand door and the surrounding opening G017307 Figure 24 1 Clean here Side Discharging the Clippings Use the side discharge for cutting v...

Page 15: ...er setting for the best lawn appearance If the grass is too long the machine 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 machine to plug or the engine to stall WARNING Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade Mow only in dry conditions Be aware of a potential fire hazard i...

Page 16: ...air filter replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions Change the engine oil Replace the blade or have it sharpened more frequently if the edge dulls quickly Clean the air cooling system clean it more frequently in dusty operating conditions Refer to your engine owner s manual Refer to your engine operator s manual for any additional yearly maintenance procedures Important Refer to yo...

Page 17: ...he fibers 6 Remove dirt from the air cleaner body and cover using a moist rag to trap the dirt and keep it from falling into the engine Do not wipe dirt into the air duct 7 Insert the foam pre filter and the paper air filter into the air cleaner 8 Install the cover Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval After the first 5 hours Yearly 1 Move the machine to a level surface 2 Run the engine a few m...

Page 18: ... 30 g027709 Figure 30 1 Handle left side 3 Self propel drive cable 2 Adjustment knob 2 Adjust the tension on the cable Figure 30 by pulling it back or pushing it forward and holding that position Note Push the cable toward the engine to increase the traction pull the cable away from the engine to decrease the traction 3 Turn the adjustment knob clockwise to tighten the cable adjustment Note Tighte...

Page 19: ...rval Before each use or daily WARNING The machine may dislodge material from under the machine Wear eye protection Stay in the operating position behind the handle when the engine is running Do not allow bystanders in the area For best results clean the machine soon after you have completed mowing 1 Lower the machine to its lowest cutting height setting Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height page 1...

Page 20: ...linder corrosion during the off season 8 Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque wrench to 20 N m 15 ft lb 9 Tighten all nuts bolts and screws Folding the Handle WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables causing an unsafe operating condition Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle If a cable is damaged contact an Authorized Service D...

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Page 24: ...arts such as filters fuel lubricants oil changes spark plugs air filters blade sharpening or worn blades cable linkage adjustments or brake and clutch adjustments Components failing due to normal wear Any product or part which has been altered or misused or neglected and requires replacement or repair due to accidents or lack of proper maintenance Pickup and delivery charges Repairs or attempted r...

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