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Toro 20794 Operator's Manual

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53cm Super Recycler
Model No. 20794—Serial No. 310000001 and Up
Model No. 20796—Serial No. 310000001 and Up
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:
© 2009—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®

Lawn Mower

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.
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.
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
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
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3363-741 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1: Lawn Mower

    This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. additional information, contact an Authorized Service Important calls attention to special mechanical Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model information and Note emphasizes general information and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 worthy of special attention.

  • Page 2: General Lawn Mower Safety

    instruction.” Read and understand the instruction • Before using, always visually inspect to see that because it has to do with safety. Failure to comply guards, and safety devices, such as deflectors and/or with the instruction may result in personal injury. grass catchers, are in place and working correctly.

  • Page 3: Sound Pressure

    – before removing the grass catcher. • To ensure the best performance and safety, – before making height adjustment unless purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts adjustment can be made from the operator’s and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and position.

  • Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. Manufacturer’s Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. 104-7908 1. Warning—do not operate the mower without the rear discharge plug or bag in place;...

  • Page 5: Assembling And Unfolding The Handle

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 114-7982 1. Warning—read the 4. Cutting/dismemberment Operator’s Manual. hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away Assembling and Unfolding the from moving parts. Handle 2. Thrown object 5.

  • Page 6: Installing The Starter Rope

    Important: Route the cables to the outside of the handle (Figure 3). 3. Rotate the handle rearward (Figure 4). Installing the Starter Rope No Parts Required Procedure Pull the starter rope through the rope guide on the handle (Figure 5). Figure 5 1.

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    3. Battery charger (model 20796 only) 2. Side discharge chute 4. Rear discharge plug (installed) Specifications Model Weight Length Width Height 20794 96 lb 65 in 22 in 41 in (44 kg) (165 cm) (56 cm) (104 cm) 20796 96 lb...

  • Page 8: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level Operation Service Interval: Before each use or daily Filling the Fuel Tank 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the dipstick (Figure 10). DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others.

  • Page 9: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Note: To raise the mower, move all 4 cutting height levers forward; to lower the mower, move them all 1. Pull the blade control bar to the handle (Figure 13). rearward (Figure 11). Figure 13 2. Turn the ignition key (model 20796 only) (Figure 14) or pull the recoil start handle (Figure 15).

  • Page 10: Recycling The Clippings

    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 mower will automatically keep pace with you (Figure 16). Figure 18 1. Discharge deflector 2.

  • Page 11: Bagging The Clippings

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, Figure 21 install a new Toro replacement bag. 1. Discharge deflector 2. Rear discharge plug If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it 3.

  • Page 12: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    Note: The lower rope guide releases the starter rope when you pull the recoil start handle. 2. Raise and hold up the discharge deflector. 3. Lift the grass bag up by the handle off the notches. 4. Install the rear discharge plug (Figure 24). Figure 24 1.

  • Page 13: Installing The Side Discharge Chute

    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 side discharge door (Figure 28). Figure 26 2.

  • Page 14: Operating Tips

    • For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro Figure 31 replacement blade. Cutting Grass Rear-discharging the •...

  • Page 15: Replacing The Air Filter

    • 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 leaves finely enough.

  • Page 16: Changing The Engine Oil

    Replacing the Air Filter Service Interval: Yearly 1. Perform the pre-maintenance procedures; refer to Preparing for Maintenance. 2. Use a screw driver to open the air filter cover (Figure 34). 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).

  • Page 17: Replacing The Fuse

    Charging the Battery Replacing the Fuse Model 20796 only Service Interval: Every 25 hours If the battery does not charge or the engine does not Before storage turn with the electric starter, the fuse may be blown. Model 20796 only Replace it with a 40-amp plug-in type fuse.

  • Page 18: Replacing The Blade

    Replacing the Blade 5. Install the new blade and all mounting hardware. Important: Position the curved ends of the Service Interval: Before each use or daily blade to point toward the mower housing. Every 25 hours—Replace the blade 6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to or have it sharpened (more frequently 60 ft-lb (82 N-m).

  • Page 19: Folding The Handle

    Cleaning the Mower Storage Service Interval: Before each use or daily Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. WARNING Preparing the Mower for The mower may dislodge material from under the Storage mower housing. • Wear eye protection. WARNING •...

  • Page 20: Removing The Mower From Storage

    Figure 45 2. To unfold the handle, refer to Assembling and Unfolding the Handle in the Setup section. Removing the Mower from Storage 1. Charge the battery (model 20796 only). 2. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
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  • Page 24 Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service The Toro® Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair the Toro Product...

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