Toro Recycler 20964 Operator's Manual
Toro Recycler 20964 Operator's Manual

Toro Recycler 20964 Operator's Manual

55cm lawn mower

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55cm Recycler
Model No. 20964-Serial No. 400000000 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.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
Important:
With your mobile device, you can
scan the QR code on the serial number decal (if
equipped) to access warranty, parts, and other
product information
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.
© 2017-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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Register at www.Toro.com.
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Lawn Mower
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.
Gross or 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 or J2723. As
configured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class
of mower will be significantly lower. Please refer to
the engine manufacturer's information included with
the machine.
Do not tamper with or disable safety devices on the
machine, and check their proper operation regularly.
Do not attempt to adjust or tamper with the engine
speed control; doing so may create an unsafe
operating condition, resulting in personal injury.
Contents
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Introduction ............................................................... 1
Safety ....................................................................... 2
General Safety ................................................... 2
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 3
Setup ........................................................................ 5
Rope Guide..................................................... 5
3 Filling the Engine with Oil ................................. 6
4 Assembling the Grass Bag............................... 6
Product Overview ..................................................... 7
Specifications .................................................... 7
Operation .................................................................. 8
Before Operation ................................................... 8
Before Operation Safety ..................................... 8
Filling the Fuel Tank ............................................ 8
Form No. 3418-446 Rev B
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3418-446* B
Printed in Mexico
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Society of additional information, contact an Authorized Service Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940 or J2723. As Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model configured to meet safety, emission, and operating and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 2: Safety

    Safety Checking the Engine-Oil Level......9 Adjusting the Handle Height ....... 9 Adjusting the Cutting Height ......10 This machine has been designed in accordance with During Operation ..........10 EN ISO 5395:2013. During Operation Safety ........10 Starting the Engine ..........11 Using the Self-Propel Drive........11 General Safety Shutting Off the Engine........11...
  • Page 3: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing. decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark 1. This mark indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
  • Page 4 decal138-3278 138-3278 1. Push the handle down to 2. Pull the handle up to move move forward. backward. decal136-9096 136-9096 1. Attention—read the 2. Scan the QR code for Operator's Manual. more information on traction adjustment. decal137-9196 137-9196 1. Lock 2.
  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure g227424 Figure 3...
  • Page 6: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide

    Installing the Recoil-starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure g230719 Figure 4 Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Important: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine, but it does come with a bottle of oil. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil.
  • Page 7: Assembling The Grass Bag

    Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure g230447 Figure 6 Product Overview g027237 Figure 8 1. Grass bag 2. Side-discharge chute Specifications Model Weight Length Width Height 35 kg 152 cm 58 cm 109 cm 20964 (77 lb) inches) inches) inches) g036585...
  • Page 8: Operation

    Operation – Store fuel in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children. • Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term Note: Determine the left and right sides of the exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and machine from the normal operating position.
  • Page 9: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. g222533 Figure 10 Adjusting the Handle Pull the knobs until the square edges of each carriage bolt fits into its related square hole.
  • Page 10: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot muffler. Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set the front wheels to the same height as the rear wheels (Figure 12).
  • Page 11: Starting The Engine

    Figure 14 • Use accessories and attachments approved by The Toro® Company only. Note: If the machine does not freely roll forward Slope Safety or backward after self-propelling, stop walking, hold your hands in place, and allow the machine to roll a •...
  • Page 12: Bagging The Clippings

    Bagging the Clippings Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. The bag-on-demand feature allows you to either If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove collect or recycle grass and leaf clippings while the it;...
  • Page 13: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. Clippings • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade. Use side-discharging for cutting very tall grass. If the grass bag is on the machine and the...
  • Page 14: After Operation

    Cleaning under the Machine After Operation Service Interval: Before each use or daily After Operation Safety For best results, clean the machine soon after you have completed mowing. General Safety Move the machine onto a flat paved surface. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts •...
  • Page 15: Folding The Handle

    Folding the Handle Insert the carriage bolt (with the bolt head toward the inside) through the handle bracket and the upper hole in the handle end. Ensure that the WARNING square edges of each carriage bolt fits into the upper or lower square hole in its related handle Folding or unfolding the handle improperly bracket (Figure...
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    To ensure optimum performance and continued Figure 23 safety certification of the machine, use only 1. Spark-plug wire genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and After performing the maintenance procedure(s), such use could void the product warranty.
  • Page 17: Servicing The Air Filter

    Servicing the Air Filter Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Every 25 hours Service Interval: Yearly Yearly Changing the engine oil is not required, but if you want to change the oil, use the following Unclip the top of the air-filter cover (Figure 24).
  • Page 18: Replacing The Blade

    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 Authorized Service Dealer. Examine the blade whenever you run out of fuel. If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    g208188 Figure 29 1. Self-propel-drive cables 4. Turn the knob clockwise to tighten the adjustment. 2. Handle (left side) 5. Turn the knob counterclockwise to loosen the adjustment. 3. Adjustment knob Adjust the tension on the cables (Figure g231390 Figure 28 by pulling both of them back or pushing them forward and then holding them in that position, maintaining equal lengths.
  • Page 20: Storage

    Preparing the Machine for Storage On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer (such as Toro Premium Fuel Treatment) to the fuel as directed on the label. Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle it according to local codes or use it in your automobile.
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  • Page 24 The Way Toro Uses Information Toro may use your personal information to process warranty claims, to contact you in the event of a product recall and for any other purpose which we tell you about. Toro may share your information with Toro's affiliates, dealers or other business partners in connection with any of these activities. We will not sell your personal information to any other company.

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