Toro 20713, 20716 Operator's Manual
53cm
Walk-behind Power Mower
Model No. 20713 — 8900001 & Up
Model No. 20716 — 8900001 & Up
FORM NO. 3319–678GB
Operator’s Manual
Figures
1
1. Model and serial number decal
2
m-3156
3
3
1. Low setting
2. High setting
4
1
2
1026
3. Cable anchor –
self-propelled model
1
2
1. Knob 2. Top handle half
i
1
m–2876
1. Spark plug wire
The Toro Company – 1997
All Rights Reserved
1002
Printed in USA
Figures
5
2
1. Cover plate 2. Screw
6
1
1754
7
1. Guard plate 2. Bolt and nut
8
2
1
1756
1. Shoulder bolt
1
1031/m–2877
995
1. Dipstick
ii
Figures
9
1
1. Fuel tank cap
10
12
2
3
1
m–2877
1. Blade control bail
2. Upper handle
1
3. Starter handle
981
13
1. Throttle lever
11
1. Primer
1019
1. Blade control bail
1060
14
1
1
m–2878
1017
1. Self-propelled bail
iii
Figures
15
1. Self-propelled bail
16
1. Wheel height adjustment lever
1
17
1
1
1016
1. Cover 2. Filter
2
m–2879
18
1021
1. Oil fill tube
1
m–2880
iv
Figures
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20
21
.030 in.
(.76 mm)
986
1005
22
1128
4
1. Blade bolt
2. Split lockwasher
3. Spacer
6
5
3
1
4. Blade
5. Blade driver
6. Crankshaft
2
M–2910
v
Figures
23
24
25
2”
(51 mm)
5”
(127 mm)
990
1025
26
1007
1
1018
1. Grease fitting
vi
Figures
27
1
2
1. 1 to 1!/2 in. (25 to 38 mm)
2. Self -propel control
3. Cable jacket
28
1
6
3
5
4
4. Cable support
5. Nut
6. Blade brake control
2
30
M–2941
1039
31
1. Belt cover 2. Tab
29
1040
m–2876
1009
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Contents
Introduction 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Training 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparation 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance And Storage 3. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Pressure Level 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Power Level 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vibration Level 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbol Glossary 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assembly 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handle 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cover Plate and Guard Plate 7. . . . . . . . . . .
Before Starting 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gasoline 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lawn Preparation And Mowing 9. . . . . . . . .
Operation 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting Engine 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stopping Engine 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Self–propelled Drive 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Cutting Height 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Maintenance Schedule 11. . .
Air Filter 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Change Engine Oil 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drain Gasoline 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark Plug 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clean Mower Housing 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Blade 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubrication 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Self-propelled Cable 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Self-propelled Drive Cleaning 15. . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Folding Handle 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing From Storage 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Toro product.
All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied
with your new product, so feel free to contact your
local Authorized Service Dealer for help with service,
genuine Toro parts, or other information you may
require.
Whenever you contact your Authorized Service
Dealer or the factory, always know the model and
serial numbers of your product. These numbers will
help the Service Dealer or Service Representative
provide exact information about your specific
product. You will find the model and serial number
decal located in a unique place on the product
(Fig. 1).
For your convenience, write the product model and
serial numbers in the space below.
Model No.
Serial No.
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product correctly. Reading this
manual will help you and others avoid personal injury
and damage to the product. Although Toro designs,
produces and markets safe, state-of-the-art products,
you are responsible for using the product properly
and safely. You are also responsible for training
persons who you allow to use the product about safe
operation.
The Toro warning system in this manual identifies
potential hazards and has special safety messages that
help you and others avoid personal injury, even death.
DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are signal
words used to identify the level of hazard. However,
regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.
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