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Super Recycler
Lawn Mower
Model No. 20056—Serial No. 250000001 and Up
Introduction
Read this manual 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 and have the model and serial numbers of
your product ready. The illustration below identifies
the location of the model and serial numbers on the
product. Write the numbers in the space provided
below:
Model #:
Serial #:
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the following words:
Danger signals an extreme hazard that will
cause serious injury or death if you do not follow
the recommended precautions.
Warning signals a hazard that may cause
serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor
or moderate injury if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
This manual uses two other words to highlight
information. Important: calls attention to special
mechanical information and Note: emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.
Warning
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm.
E 2005 by The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Ave., Bloomington, MN 55420, USA
)
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 this
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.
Ce système d'allumage par étincelle de véhicule est
conforme à la norme NMB-002 du Canada.
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for
information regarding The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance
and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through
the engine manufacturer.
Safety
This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade
safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn
mowers and the B71.1 specifications of the American
m-8102
National Standards Institute in effect at the time of
production.
Read and understand the contents of this manual
before the engine is ever started.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to
alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol
to avoid possible injury or death.
Improperly using or maintaining this mower
could result in injury or death. To reduce this
potential, comply with the following safety
instructions.
The following instructions have been adapted from
the ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1—2003.
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands
and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved
Form No. 3352-856 Rev B
Operator's Manual
Original Instructions (EN)
Register your product at www.toro.com

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3352-856 Rev B Super Recycler Lawn Mower Model No. 20056—Serial No. 250000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Introduction 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 this...
  • Page 2: General Operation

    General Operation Slope Operation Read, understand, and follow all instructions on Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall • the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. accidents, which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy Do not put hands or feet near or under the •...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4: Safety/Instruction Decals

    Safety/Instruction Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. Manufacturer’s Mark 108-8117 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. 108-9751 1. Engine—stop 3. Engine—start 2. Engine—run 105-1295 105-6838 3352-856 Rev B...
  • Page 5: Product Overview

    Product Overview Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. Installing the Blade Control Install the blade control bar into the upper handle. m-8233 m-8206 1. Upper handle 7. Primer 2. Control bar lock 8. Spark plug 3.
  • Page 6: Unfolding The Handle

    Unfolding the Handle 3. Rotate the handle rearward. 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. m-8109 If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 7: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Filling the Engine with Oil 2. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level reaches the Full line on the dipstick. Do not overfill. (Max. fill: 20 oz., type: SAE 30W detergent Important: Your mower does not come with oil in the oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, engine.
  • Page 8: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully 2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. If the install the dipstick. 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.
  • Page 9: Adjusting The Handle Height

    Operation Adjusting the Handle Height Starting the Engine You may raise or lower the handle to a position comfortable for you. 1. Push the ignition toggle 1. Remove the switch to the On lower handle knobs (“I”) position. and lock washers that attach the handle brackets to the lower handle...
  • Page 10: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Using the Self-propel Drive Engaging the Blade To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your When you start your engine, the blade does not turn. hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your You must engage the blade to mow. sides, and the mower will automatically keep pace 1.
  • Page 11: Checking The Blade Brake Clutch Operation

    Checking the Blade Brake 10. Go to the front of the mower and check the newspaper ball. Clutch Operation Note: If the newspaper ball did not go under the mower, repeat steps 4 through 10. Check the control bar before each use to ensure that the blade brake clutch (BBC) system is operating 11.
  • Page 12: Bagging The Clippings

    Bagging the Clippings 4. Install the bag onto the door rod. Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and lock the side discharge door (refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute on page 13) before bagging the clippings.
  • Page 13: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    For best performance, install a new blade before • the cutting season begins. m-7195 Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro • replacement blade. 2. Lift open the side discharge door. Cutting Grass Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a •...
  • Page 14: Cutting Leaves

    Cutting Leaves If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try one or more of the following: After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn • Replace the blade or have it sharpened. • shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need to make more than one pass over the leaves.
  • Page 15: Preparing For Maintenance

    Preparing for Maintenance Changing the Engine Oil 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating stop. hours; change it yearly thereafter. Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil 2.
  • Page 16: Lubricating The Wheel Gears

    Lubricating the Wheel Cleaning the Blade Brake Gears Clutch Shield Lubricate each rear wheel with grease yearly. Clean the blade brake clutch (BBC) shield at least every 25 operating hours or yearly to prevent the 1. Wipe the grease blade from stalling while you mow. fittings just inside the 1.
  • Page 17: Preparing The Mower For Storage

    Contact an handle brackets Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to (A) from the lower www.toro.com for a list of all approved attachments handle sides. and accessories. m-8097 Note: Attach the lower handle knobs onto the bolts in the handle to prevent losing them.
  • Page 18: The Toro Starting Guarantee

    – failure to follow proper maintenance procedures your Toro Engine will start on the first or second pull for five years – rotary mower blade striking an object from the date of purchase—if you provide the routine maintenance –...
  • Page 19 Date Hours Air Cleaner Change Oil Lubricate Wheels Check Spark Storage Used Service (does not apply (mowers only) Plug Preparation (mowers only) to two-cycle) Part No. 374-0018 Rev. E...
  • Page 20: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.

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