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Form No. 3367-816 Rev B

Recycler

®

48cm Lawn Mower

Model No. 20951—Serial No. 311000001 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.

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

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.

Do not tamper with the engine controls or alter the
governor speed; doing so may create an unsafe condition
resulting in personal injury.

Safety

Improperly using or maintaining this mower can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions.

Toro designed and tested this mower for reasonably safe
service; however, failure to comply with the following
instructions may result in personal injury.

To ensure maximum safety, best performance, and
to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential
that you and any other operator of the mower read
and understand the contents of this manual before
the engine is ever started. Pay particular attention
to the safety alert symbol (Figure 2) which means
Caution, Warning, or Danger—“personal safety

© 2011—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 Recycler 20951

Page 1: ...is manual uses two 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 see the separate product specific Declaration of Conformity DOC sheet For models with stated engine horsepower the gross horsepower of the engine was ...

Page 2: ...her foreign objects Before using always visually inspect to see that guards and safety devices such as deflectors and or grass catchers are in place and working correctly Before using always visually inspect to see that the blades blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance Starting Do not tilt mower when starting the...

Page 3: ...d frequently and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Replace worn or damaged parts for safety Replace faulty silencers If the fuel tank has to be drained do this out doors Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine Operating an engine at excessive speed can increase the hazard of personal injury On multibladed lawn mowers take care as rotating one b...

Page 4: ...ug wire before performing any maintenance on the machine 3 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine 4 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot stay away from moving parts 5 Thrown object hazard keep deflector in place 110 7059 1 Read the Operator s Manual 4 Install the fuse 2 Remove the fuse box decal 5 Replace the fuse box cover 3 Remove the fuse box cover 6 Start...

Page 5: ...ged contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 Remove the handle knobs from the mower housing Figure 3 Important Route the cables to the outside of the handle as you install the handle Figure 3 1 Handle knob 2 2 Move the handle to the operating position 3 Install and tighten the handle knobs that you removed in step 1 Figure 3 4 Move the upper handle to the desired position and tighten the upper handl...

Page 6: ...ess you install the fuse 1 Remove the battery cover and the battery and locate the fuse holder Figure 8 Figure 8 1 Screw 3 Fuse holder 2 Battery cover 4 Battery 2 Insert the fuse from the loose parts bag into the fuse holder Figure 9 Figure 9 Note Your mower comes with a fuse in the owner s packet and another fuse in the battery box 3 Install the battery and the battery cover 4 Charging the Batter...

Page 7: ...pe SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF SG SH SJ SL or higher 3 Install the dipstick securely Important Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours change it yearly thereafter Refer to Changing the Engine Oil Product Overview Figure 11 1 Blade control bar 8 Cutting height lever 2 2 Upper handle 9 Spark plug 3 Upper handle knob 10 Recycling bagging lever 4 Ignit...

Page 8: ...f 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 fl oz 0 59 l 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 WARNING Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with ...

Page 9: ...gure 14 2 Move the upper handle to the desired position Figure 15 Figure 15 3 Tighten the upper handle knob firmly Figure 16 Figure 16 Starting the Engine 1 Hold the blade control bar Figure 17 against the handle Figure 17 1 Blade control bar 2 Turn the ignition key Figure 18 or pull recoil start handle Figure 19 Figure 18 9 ...

Page 10: ...he engine release the blade control bar Figure 22 Important When you release the blade control bar both the engine and blade should stop within 3 seconds If they do not stop properly stop using your mower immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer Figure 22 Recycling the Clippings Your mower comes from the factory ready to recycle the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn Note The ...

Page 11: ... the Grass Bag To remove the bag reverse the steps above Rear discharging the Clippings Use the rear discharge for cutting very tall grass If the bag is on the mower remove it refer to Removing the Grass Bag before rear discharging the clippings The Recycling bagging lever should be in the bagging mode Figure 24 WARNING The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury ...

Page 12: ...nd the rear wheels at 2 1 2 inches 64 mm Cutting Leaves After cutting the lawn ensure that half of the lawn shows through the cut leaf cover You may need to make more than one pass over the leaves If there are more than 5 inches 13 cm of leaves on the lawn set the front cutting height one or two notches higher than the rear cutting height Slow down your mowing speed if the mower does not cut the l...

Page 13: ...ive and can cause personal injury Run the engine dry or remove the gasoline with a hand pump never siphon Replacing the Air Filter Service Interval Yearly Replace the air filter more frequently in dusty operating conditions 1 Perform the pre maintenance procedures refer to Preparing for Maintenance 2 Open the air filter cover and remove the old air filter Figure 28 Figure 28 3 Install a new air fi...

Page 14: ...ate the wheel gears 1 Remove the wheel bolts on the rear wheels and remove the rear wheels 2 Apply a lubricating oil to the gear as shown in Figure 32 Figure 32 3 Install the rear wheels Lubricating the Upper Handle Service Interval Yearly Lubricate the left and right sides of the upper handle with a low viscosity silicone spray lubricant yearly or as needed 1 Spray the outer plastic end of the in...

Page 15: ...he jacket downward increases the ground speed 5 Tighten the nut firmly 6 Start the mower and check the adjustment Note If the self propel drive is not properly adjusted repeat this procedure Replacing the Blade Service Interval Yearly 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 Au...

Page 16: ...ction Stay in the operating position behind the handle Do not allow bystanders in the area 1 With the engine running on a flat paved surface spray a stream of water in front of the right rear wheel Figure 39 Note The water will splash into the path of the blade cleaning out the clippings Figure 39 2 When no more clippings come out stop the water and move the mower to a dry area 3 Run the engine fo...

Page 17: ...oughout the cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during the off season 7 Loosely install the spark plug 8 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 Dealer 1 Loose...

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Page 20: ...e of the product If for any reason it is impossible for you to contact your seller you may contact any Toro Authorized Distributor to arrange service 2 Bring the product and your proof of purchase sales receipt to the Service Dealer If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer s analysis or with the assistance provided contact us at Customer Care Department Consumer Division The ...

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