Toro 20017 Operator's Manual

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Lawn Mower

Model No. 20017—Serial No. 230000001 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.

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. 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 #:

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Operator ’s Manual

This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.

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 National Standards Institute in effect at the time of production.

Read and understand the contents of this manual before the engine is ever started.

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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.

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 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—1998.

General Operation

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on

the machine and in the manual. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the mower before starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating

parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

• Only allow responsible individuals, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate the mower.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,

wire, bones, sticks etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before

mowing. Stop mower if anyone enters the area.

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• Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Always wear substantial foot wear.

• Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary. Look down and behind before and while moving backwards.

• Do not operate the mower without proper guards, plates, grass catcher or other safety protective devices in place.

• See the Toro instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use Toro accessories.

• Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.

• Stop the engine whenever you leave the equipment, before cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute.

• Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Do not operate the mower while under the

influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk; never run.

• Disengage the self-propelled mechanism before starting the engine.

• If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating mower.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult

• Be alert and turn mower off if children enter the area.

• Before and while moving backwards, look behind and down for small children.

• Never allow children to operate the mower.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners,

shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

Service

• Use extra care in handling gasoline. It is flammable and vapors are explosive.

• Use only an approved container.

• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the

engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke.

• Never refuel the machine indoors.

• Never store the machine or fuel container

inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run an engine inside a closed area.

Warning

Slope Operation

• Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.

• Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

• Remove objects such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The operator could lose footing or balance.

• Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could

cause slipping.

Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.

Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed area.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.

• Keep all nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow mower to cool before storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

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• Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the engine is running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.

Frequently check components and replace with genuine Toro parts, when necessary.

Safety/Instruction Decals

Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals.

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Product Overview

1. Cutting height lever

2. Oil fill/Dipstick

3. Recoil start handle

4. Blade control bar

5. Fuel tank cap

6. Air filter

7. Primer

8. Spark plug

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1. Grass bag 2. Side discharge chute

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Setup

Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic

sheet that covers the engine.

Unfolding the Handle

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.

 If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized

Service Dealer.

1. Carefully move the upper handle forward until the

handle halves are in line and nest together as shown.

Filling the Engine with Oil

Your mower does not come with oil in the engine,

but it does come with a 20 oz. (0.59 l) bottle of oil. Max. fill: 20 oz., type: SAE 30W detergent oil with an

API service classification of SF, SG, SH, or SJ.

1. Remove the dipstick.

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2. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick. Do not overfill.

3. Install the dipstick securely. Important: Change the engine oil after the first 2

operating hours; change it yearly thereafter. Refer

to Changing the Engine Oil on page 10.

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2. Tighten the handle knobs.

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3. Rotate the handle rearward (as shown) until it clicks into place.

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