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Toro 20899 Operator's Manual

Toro 20899 Operator's Manual

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53cm Super Bagger Lawn Mower
Model No. 20899-Serial No. 314000001 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.
1. Model and serial number plate
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space
below:
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.
© 2013-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Figure 1
Register at www.Toro.com.
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 complies with all relevant European directives.
For details, see the separate product-specific Declaration of
Conformity (DOC) sheet.
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.
Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 1
General Lawn Mower Safety ..................................... 2
Sound Pressure ...................................................... 3
Sound Power .......................................................... 3
Hand/Arm Vibration .............................................. 3
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 4
Setup ............................................................................ 5
1 Unfolding the Handle............................................ 5
Guide................................................................. 5
3 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 5
Bag .................................................................... 6
Product Overview .......................................................... 8
Specifications ......................................................... 8
Operation ..................................................................... 8
Filling the Fuel Tank ................................................ 8
Checking the Engine Oil Level .................................. 9
Adjusting the Cutting Height .................................... 9
Adjusting the Upper Handle Height ..........................10
Starting the Engine .................................................10
Using the Self-propel Drive......................................11
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3381-136* A
Printed in the USA
Form No. 3381-136 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    This product complies with all relevant European directives. For details, see the separate product-specific Declaration of You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product Conformity (DOC) sheet. and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.

  • Page 2: General Lawn Mower Safety

    Toro designed and tested this machine for reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with the following • Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.

  • Page 3: Sound Pressure

    • To ensure the best performance and safety, area to be mowed. purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and • Do not operate the engine in a confined space where accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories;...

  • 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. 114-7982 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2.

  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. Installing the Recoil-starter Rope in the Rope Guide No Parts Required Unfolding the Handle Procedure No Parts Required Important: To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine, install the recoil-starter rope in the rope guide.

  • Page 6: Installing The Mulch Plug Or The Grass Bag

    Installing the Mulch Plug or the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure You must correctly install either the mulch plug (for recycling or side-discharging the grass clippings) or the grass bag; otherwise, the engine will not start. The machine has a safety switch (located at the bottom of the channel on the upper right rear of the machine) that prevents the machine from operating without a mulch plug or a grass bag in place.
  • Page 7 Figure 10 Figure 8 Note: If the lever does not latch properly, disconnect 2. Squeeze the button on the lever with your thumb, and the wire from the spark plug and check for and remove fully insert the mulch plug into the opening (Figure 9). any debris buildup in the tunnel.

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Filling the Fuel Tank Recommended Fuel: • For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). • Ethanol: Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume is acceptable.

  • Page 9: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    • If the oil level is too low, slowly pour a small amount of oil into the oil-fill tube, wait 3 minutes, and then repeat steps 3 through 5 until the oil level is correct as shown in Figure 6. •...

  • Page 10: Adjusting The Upper Handle Height

    Adjusting the Upper Handle Important: The machine has a safety switch that prevents you from starting the machine unless you first Height install the mulch plug or the grass bag securely on the machine. You may raise or lower the upper handle to a position comfortable for you.

  • Page 11: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, CAUTION install a new Toro replacement bag. When you release the blade-control bar, both the If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it engine and blade should stop within 3 seconds. If and lock the side-discharge door;...

  • Page 12: Route The Starter Rope Around The Lower-Rope Guide

    Removing the Grass Bag 1. Route the starter rope around the lower-rope guide (Figure 28). Figure 25 Figure 28 2. Route the starter rope around the lower-rope guide (Figure 26). 2. Lift the grass-bag handle out from the grooves at the top of the machine, and remove the bag from the machine (Figure 29).

  • Page 13: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    3. Install the side discharge chute and close the door onto • Keep the blade bolt tight and replace the blade the chute (Figure 33). every mowing season with a genuine Toro replacement blade. • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do...

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    – Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath WARNING with each pass. Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if – Set the cutting height on the front wheels one notch you slip and contact the blade. Mow only in dry lower than the rear wheels.

  • Page 15: Servicing The Air Filter

    Important: Before tipping the machine to change Note: Do not brush the dirt off the filter; brushing the oil or replace the blade, allow the fuel tank forces dirt into the fibers. to run dry through normal use. If you must tip 6.

  • Page 16: Lubricating The Upper Handle

    Lubricating the Upper Handle 9. Pour about 3/4 of the crankcase capacity of oil in the crankcase. Service Interval: Yearly Note: Max fill: 0.55 l (0.58 qt), type: SAE 30 detergent Lubricate the left and right sides of the upper handle with a oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, low-viscosity silicone spray lubricant.

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Adjusting the Self-propel Drive If your machine does not self-propel properly, adjust the self-propel-drive cable. 1. Loosen the nut on the cable mount (Figure 43). Figure 45 1. Cable mount 2. Cable jacket Important: Moving the cable jacket upward decreases the ground speed; moving the jacket downward increases the ground speed.

  • Page 18: Cleaning Under The Machine Housing

    Cleaning under the Machine Housing Service Interval: After each use WARNING The machine may dislodge material from under the machine housing. • Wear eye protection. • Stay in the operating position (behind the handle) when the engine is running. • Do not allow bystanders in the area. Figure 46 For best results, clean under the machine housing soon after you have completed mowing.

  • Page 19: Storage

    Storage 2. Move the handle to the upright position (Figure 50). Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Machine for Storage WARNING Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • Do not store the machine in an enclosure near an open flame.

  • Page 20: Removing The Machine From Storage

    Removing the Machine from Storage 1. Check and tighten all fasteners. 2. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow excess oil from the cylinder. 3. Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque wrench to 20 N-m (15 ft-lb).
  • Page 21 Notes:...
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  • Page 23 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.
  • Page 24 Authorized Toro Service Dealer. tractor structure that other components such as the engine are secured to, cracks or breaks in normal use, it will be repaired or replaced, at Toro's option, under warranty at no cost for parts General Conditions and labor.

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