Toro 20316 Operator's Manual

20in recycler/rear bagging lawn mower

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20in Recycler

Model No. 20316—Serial No. 311000001 and Up

Introduction

This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is

intended to be used by residential homeowners

or professional, hired operators. It is designed

primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns

on residential or commercial 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. Write the numbers in the space

provided.

Figure 1

1. Model and serial number plate

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.

8111 Lyndale Avenue South

Bloomington, MN 55420

/Rear Bagging Lawn Mower

1. Safety alert symbol

This manual uses two words to highlight information.

Important calls attention to special mechanical

information and Note emphasizes general information

worthy of special attention.

This spark ignition system complies with Canadian

ICES-002.

The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied

for information regarding the US Environmental

Protection Agency (EPA) and the California

Emission Control Regulation of emission systems,

maintenance, and warranty. Replacements may be

ordered through the engine manufacturer.

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.

Form No. 3367-811 Rev A

Operator's Manual

Figure 2

Original Instructions (EN)

Printed in the USA

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Page 1 Replacements may be additional information, contact an Authorized Service ordered through the engine manufacturer. Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross...
Page 2: General Operation
Safety removing grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade • Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn mowers light. and the B71.1 specifications of the American National •...
Page 3: Safe Handling Of Gasoline
• Never allow children to operate the machine. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris view of a child.
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. 117-4143 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 2.
Page 5: Unfolding The Handle
Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Unfolding the Handle Your mower does not come with oil in the engine, but it does come with a bottle of oil. No Parts Required 1.
Page 6: Product Overview
Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. Figure 6 Checking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1.
Page 7: Adjusting The Cutting Height
Figure 7 2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level Figure 8 (Figure 7). If the oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick, slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to 1. Raise the mower 2.
Page 8: Stopping The Engine
Figure 12 Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new Toro replacement bag. 1. Self-propel drive bar WARNING To disengage the self-propel drive, release the self-propel drive bar.
Page 9: Operating Tips
• Slow down your mowing speed if the mower does cutting season begins. not cut the leaves finely enough. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade. Cutting Grass • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time.
Page 10: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)
Maintenance 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 • Check the engine oil level. •...
Page 11: Changing The Engine Oil
Figure 17 3. Install the cover. Figure 19 Changing the Engine Oil 4. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 18). Do Service Interval: After the first 5 hours not overfill.
Page 12: Replacing The Fuse
Figure 22 Figure 20 3. Install the battery cover. 2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet. Replacing the Blade Note: When the battery no longer holds a charge, recycle or dispose of the lead-acid battery according Service Interval: Yearly to local codes.
Page 13: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive Cable
Figure 24 1. 1 to 1-1/2 inches (25 to 38 4. Cable support nut 2. Self-propel drive bar 5. Cable support 3. Cable jacket Figure 23 2. Hold the self-propel bail 1 to 1-1/2 inches (25 to 38 Important: Position the curved ends of the mm) from the handle (Figure 24).
Page 14: Folding The Handle
Folding the Handle WARNING Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating Figure 25 condition. • Do not damage the cables when folding or 2. When no more clippings come out, stop the water unfolding the handle.
Page 15 Notes:...
Page 16: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee
Countries Other than the United States or Canada 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.

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