Toro 20787, 20786 Operator's Manual

FORM NO. 3319–572GB

53cm

Walk Power Mower

Model No. 20786–8900001 & Up
Model No. 20787–8900001 & Up

Recycler

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Operator’s Manual

Figures

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210

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Handle knob

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Control cable

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Handle stud

and serial number engraved in mower housing

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Handle latch

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Cable tie

2302

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Rope guide

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Starter rope

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Discharge door handle

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Plug rotated clockwise

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Spring clip

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Oil fill tube

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2. Dipstick

m-3665/284

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Battery case

2. Battery

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Carriage bolt (2)

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m-3665

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Flat washer (2)

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Lock nut (2)

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Battery terminal

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Fuel tank cap

m-2826

2. Primer

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Throttle control

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Ground speed control

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Self-propelled control bar

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Key switch*

5.

Recoil starter

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electric start model

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Control bar

2.

RUN/SHIFT position

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DRIVE position

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Spark plug wire

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m-3662

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Bag frame on retaining
post

2.

Pin contacting catch

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Handle fully forward.
Discharge door closed.

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Pin locked in bag notch

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Sparse/normal grass
cutting scale

2.

Lush grass cutting scale

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Height-of-cut lever

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788

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971

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1. Knob

2. Cover

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Foam pre-cleaner

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Paper cartridge

m-3664

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0.020” (.5 mm)

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Control knob

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Oil fill tube

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2

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Cable clamp screw

2.

Governor control lever

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m-3663

4 cm

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m-3638

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Throttle cable

4. Casing

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Brake lever

2. Handle

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3,2-6,4 mm

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(1/8"-1/4")

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777

3. Nut

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Cable conduit

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1. Sail

2.

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Flat part of blade

25

1.

Sharpen at this angle only

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3. Wear

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Slot formed

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1. Blade

2. Accelerator

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Blade bolt

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Grease fitting

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Fuse holder cap

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Fuse holder bottom

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3. Fuse

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ab (2)

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1752

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Belt cover

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2. Screws

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m-2858

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ashout fitting

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Quick disconnect coupling

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Kicker plates

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3. Hose

979

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Side discharge chute

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Dethatcher attachment

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Contents

Page

Introduction 1.
Safety 2
Training 2

Sound Power Level 4

Symbol Glossary4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Assembly 7
Install Handle 7

Before Starting 7
Fill Crankcase With Oil 7

Recycling Tips 9
General Tips 9

Operation 10
Operating Tips 10

Maintenance 13

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Preparation 2
Operation 2
Maintenance And Storage 3
Sound Pressure Level 4

Vibration Level 4

Install Starter Rope 7
Install Discharge Tunnel Plug 7

Fill Fuel Tank W

Cutting Grass9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cutting Leaves9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Starting, Stopping And Self-propelling 10
Using Dischar

Using Grass Bag11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting Height–of–cut 12

Servicing Air Cleaner 13
Replacing Spark Plug 13
Draining Gasoline 14

Changing Crankcase Oil14. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting Throttle 14

Cleaning Cooling System14. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting Wheel Drive 14
Adjusting The Brake Cable 15
Inspecting/Removing/Sharpening Blade15. .
Lubrication 16

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Charging Battery 16

Replacing Fuse17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning 17
Storage 18
Accessories 19
The Toro Starting Guarantee 20
Guaranteed To Start Maintenance Record 22

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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.

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DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are signal
words used to identify the level of hazard. However,
regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.

DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause
serious injury or death if the recommended
precautions are not followed.

WARNING signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if the recommended precautions are
not followed.

Preparation

1. While mowing, always wear substantial

footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open
sandals.

2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the

equipment is to be used and remove all objects
which may be thrown by the machine.

3. WARNING – Petrol is highly flammable.

CAUTION signals a hazard that may cause minor or

moderate injury if the recommended precautions are
not followed.

Two other words are also used to highlight
information. “Important” calls attention to special
mechanical information and “Note” emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.

The left and right side of the machine is determined
by standing behind the handle in the normal
operator’s position.

Safety

Training

1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with

the controls and the proper use of the equipment.

• Store fuel in containers specifically designed for

this purpose.

• Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while

refuelling.

• Add fuel before starting the engine. Never

remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol
while the engine is running or when the engine is
hot.

• If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the

engine but move the machine away from the area
of spillage and avoid creating any source of
ignition until petrol vapors have dissipated.

• Replace all fuel tanks and container caps

securely.
Replace faulty silencers.

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5. Before using, always visually inspect to see that

the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are
not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged
blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.

6. On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating

one blade can cause other blades to rotate.

2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with

these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

3. Never mow while people, especially children, or

pets are nearby.

4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is

responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.

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Operation

1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space

where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect.

2. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.

3. Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass,

where feasible.