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Form No. 3376-852 Rev A

53cm Super Recycler

®

Lawn Mower

Model No. 20797—Serial No. 313000001 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 machine properly and to avoid injury and
equipment damage. You are responsible for operating the
machine 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.

Figure 1

1.

Model and serial number location

Write the product model and serial numbers in the following
space:

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.

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.

Contents

Introduction .................................................................. 1

General Lawn Mower Safety ..................................... 2
Sound Pressure ...................................................... 3
Sound Power .......................................................... 3
Hand/Arm Vibration .............................................. 3
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 4

Setup ............................................................................ 5

1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle ..................... 5
2 Installing the Recoil-starter Rope in the Rope

Guide................................................................. 6

3 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 6
4 Charging the Battery.............................................. 7

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

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

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

Filling the Fuel Tank ................................................ 8
Checking the Engine Oil Level .................................. 8
Adjusting the Cutting Height .................................... 9
Adjusting the Handle Height..................................... 9
Starting the Engine .................................................. 9
Using the Self-propel Drive......................................10
Stopping the Engine ...............................................10

© 2012—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

*3376-852* A

Summary of Contents for Super Recycler 20797

Page 1: ...ded 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 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 hor...

Page 2: ...explanations for all pictograms used on the mower or in the instructions Gasoline WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable Take the following precautions Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling Add fuel before starting the engine Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add gasoline while the engine is running or when the en...

Page 3: ...e Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank and inside a building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure To reduce the fire hazard keep the engine silencer battery compartment and gasoline storage area free of grass leaves or excessive grease Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with m...

Page 4: ...ot operate the mower without the rear discharge plug or bag in place do not operate the mower without the side discharge cover or deflector in place 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 112 8760 1 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine 2 Cutting dismemberment of...

Page 5: ...15 8411 1 Unlocked 2 Locked Setup Important Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Assembling and unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables causing an unsafe operating condition Do not damage the cables when assembling and unfolding the handle If a cable is damaged contact an Autho...

Page 6: ... the recoil starter rope through the rope guide on the handle Figure 5 Figure 5 1 Recoil starter rope 2 Rope guide 3 Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Important This machine does not come with oil in the engine Before starting the engine fill the engine with oil Important Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating hours change it yearly thereafter Refer to Changing the...

Page 7: ...ing the Engine Oil page 16 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 by hand 4 Charging the Battery No Parts Required Procedure Refer to Charging the Battery page 16 Product Overview Figure 7 1 Cutting height lever 4 8 Blade control bar 2 Spark plug 9 Upper handle 3 Air filter 10 Ignition key ...

Page 8: ...mportant To reduce starting problems add fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season mixing it with gasoline less than 30 days old Figure 9 1 1 cm 1 2 in Checking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval Before each use or daily Max fill 0 59 l 20 oz type SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF SG SH SJ SL or higher 1 Move the machine to a level surface 2 Remove the dipstick Figure 1...

Page 9: ...e To raise the machine move all 4 cutting height levers forward to lower the machine move them all rearward Figure 11 Figure 11 Adjusting the Handle Height You may raise or lower the upper handle to a position comfortable for you Rotate the handle lock move the handle to 1 of 3 positions and lock the handle into position Figure 12 Figure 12 Starting the Engine 1 Pull the blade control bar to the h...

Page 10: ...bar both the engine and blade should stop within 3 seconds If they do not stop properly stop using your machine immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer Figure 17 Recycling the Clippings Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn If the side discharge chute is on the machine remove it and lock the side discharge door refer to Re...

Page 11: ...rge door refer to Removing the Side discharge Chute page 13 before bagging the clippings WARNING The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position Installing the Grass Bag 1 Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide Figure 20 Figure 20 1 Lower rope guide Note The lower r...

Page 12: ...ull the recoil start handle 2 Raise and hold up the rear discharge deflector 3 Lift the grass bag up by the handle off the notches 4 Install the rear discharge plug Figure 23 Figure 24 1 Rear discharge deflector 2 Rear discharge plug Important Ensure that the rear discharge plug is locked in place To lock the plug firmly push the plug in until it snaps into place behind the tabs and rotate the lev...

Page 13: ... lever on the plug to the left Figure 25 Figure 26 1 Discharge deflector 2 Rear discharge plug Note To unlock the plug rotate the lever on the plug to the right Figure 25 WARNING The blade is sharp contacting the blade can result in serious personal injury Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position Installing the Side discharge Chute 1 Unlock the si...

Page 14: ... 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 Alternate the mowing direction This helps disperse the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory try one o...

Page 15: ... Maintenance 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug Figure 31 before performing any maintenance procedure Figure 31 3 After performing the maintenance procedure s connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug Important Before tipping the machine to change the oil or replace the blade allow the fuel tank to run dry through normal...

Page 16: ...e Max fill 0 59 l 20 oz type SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF SG SH SJ SL or higher 10 Wipe off the dipstick end with a clean cloth 11 Insert the dipstick into the oil fill tube and screw it in until it stops 12 Remove the dipstick and read the oil level refer to Figure 36 Figure 36 If the oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick slowly add a small amount of oil...

Page 17: ...lip both ends of the battery cover and remove it Figure 38 Figure 38 2 Replace the fuse in the fuse holder Figure 39 Figure 39 Note Your machine comes with a spare fuse in the battery compartment 3 Install the battery cover Lubricating the Wheel Gears Service Interval Yearly 1 Wipe the grease fittings just inside the rear wheels with a clean rag Figure 40 Figure 40 2 Install a grease gun onto each...

Page 18: ...e stops from running out of fuel 3 Allow the engine to run until it stops When you can no longer start the engine it is sufficiently dry 4 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug 5 Remove the spark plug add 30 ml 1 oz of oil through the spark plug hole and pull the starter rope slowly several times to distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during the off season 6 Loos...

Page 19: ...spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow the excess oil from the cylinder 4 Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque wrench to 20 N m 15 ft lb 5 Perform any needed maintenance procedures refer to Preparing for Maintenance page 15 6 Check the engine oil level refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level page 8 7 Fuel the fuel tank with fresh gasoline refer to Filling the Fuel Tank pag...

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Page 23: ...rmation Toro Collects Toro Warranty Company Toro respects your privacy In order to process your warranty claim and contact you in the event of a product recall we ask you to share certain personal information with us either directly or through your local Toro company or dealer The Toro warranty system is hosted on servers located within the United States where privacy law may not provide the same ...

Page 24: ...turer 5Whichever occurs first 6Lifetime Frame Warranty If the main frame consisting of the parts welded together to form the tractor structure that other components such as the engine are secured to cracks or breaks in normal use it will be repaired or replaced at Toro s option under warranty at no cost for parts and labor Frame failure due to misuse or abuse and failure or repair required due to ...

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