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22in Recycler
Model No. 20357—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.
1. Model and serial number plate
Write the product model and serial numbers in the
space below:
Model No.
Serial No.
© 2017—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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Register at www.Toro.com.
Lawn Mower
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.
This product contains a chemical
or chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code
Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on
any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered
land unless the engine is equipped with a spark
arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in
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effective working order or the engine is constructed,
equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
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. As configured to meet safety, emission,
and operating requirements, the actual engine torque
on this class of mower will be significantly lower. Go to
Form No. 3413-810 Rev C
Operator's Manual
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WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
or reproductive harm.
Original Instructions (EN)
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Page 1: Introduction
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or information and Note emphasizes general information additional information, contact an Authorized Service worthy of special attention. Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 WARNING identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Adjusting the Handle Height ......10 model. Adjusting the Cutting Height ......11 During Operation ..........11 Important: If you are using this machine above During Operating Safety ........11 1500 m (5,000 ft) for a continuous period, ensure Starting the Engine ........... -
Page 3: Figure
Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI B71.1-2012. General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury. Using this product for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous to you and bystanders. -
Page 4: 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. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. -
Page 5: Setup
Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective decal136-5899 plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other 136-5899 plastic or wrapping on the machine. 1. Push the handle down to 2. Pull the handle up to move move forward. backward. Unfolding the Handle decal136-9096 136-9096... -
Page 6: Installing The Recoil-Starter Rope In The Rope Guide
Installing the Recoil-starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Procedure Important: To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter rope in the rope guide. Hold the blade-control bar to the upper handle and pull the recoil-starter rope through the rope guide on the handle (Figure... -
Page 7: Assembling The Grass Bag
Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure Slip the grass bag over the frame as shown in Figure g206254 Figure 7 1. Full 3. Low 2. High Carefully pour about 3/4 of the engine capacity of oil into the oil-fill tube. Wait about 3 minutes for the oil to settle in the engine. -
Page 8: Product Overview
Product Overview g208183 Figure 10 g027258 Figure 9 1. Handle 8. Air filter 2. Self-propel bar 9. Cutting-height lever (4) 3. Blade-control bar 10. Spark-plug wire Hook the top and side channels of the bag onto 4. Adjustment knob for the 11. -
Page 9: Operation
Operation WARNING Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause Before Operation serious injury and illness. • Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Before Operation Safety • Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. General Safety •... -
Page 10: Checking The Engine-Oil Level
Checking the Engine-Oil Adjusting the Handle Height Level You can raise or lower the handle in 1 of 2 positions Service Interval: Before each use or daily that is more comfortable for you (Figure 14). Move the machine to a level surface. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out (Figure... -
Page 11: Adjusting The Cutting Height
83 mm (3-1/4 inches); 92 mm (3-5/8 inches); and 102 mm (4 inches). • Check the grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace them with the manufacturer’s recommended parts when necessary. • Use accessories and attachments approved by the The Toro® Company only. -
Page 12: Starting The Engine
Slope Safety Using the Self-Propel Drive • Mow across the face of slopes; never up and To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk forward down. Use extreme caution when changing or backward with your hands on the upper handle direction on slopes. and your elbows at your sides, and the machine will automatically keep pace with you (Figure... -
Page 13: 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 14: Side-Discharging The Clippings
Side-Discharging the Clippings Use side-discharging for cutting very tall grass. If the grass bag is on the machine and the bag-on-demand lever is in the bagging position, move the lever to the recycling position; refer to Operating the Bag-on-Demand Lever (page 13). -
Page 15: Operating Tips
For best performance, install a new blade before as on a water heater or on other appliances. the cutting season begins. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade. Hauling Safety • Use care when loading or unloading the machine. -
Page 16: Folding The Handle
g206300 Figure 23 1. Washout port Turn the water on. Start the engine and run it until there are no more clippings that come out from under the machine. Shut off the engine. Shut off the water and disconnect the garden hose from the machine. -
Page 17: Maintenance
Maintenance Replacement parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer or at www.torodealer.com (US customers only). Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours •... -
Page 18: Servicing The Air Filter
Servicing the Air Filter Install the cover. Service Interval: Yearly Changing the Engine Oil Press down on the latch tabs on top of the air-filter cover (Figure 26). Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Yearly Note: Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it. -
Page 19: 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 20: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive
Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Whenever you install new self-propel cables or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive. Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment (Figure 31). g005455 g208188 Figure 30 Figure 31 1. -
Page 21: Storage
Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Machine for Storage On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer (such as Toro Premium Fuel Treatment) to the fuel. g209518 Dispose of any unused fuel properly. Recycle... - Page 22 Notes:...
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- Page 24 Countries Other than the United States or Canada This warranty is not valid in Mexico. Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.