Toro 20793, 20795 Operator's Manual

53cm Super Recycler

Lawn Mower

Model No. 20793—Serial No. 250000001 and Up Model No. 20795—Serial No. 250000001 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.

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 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:

Form No. 3353-459 Rev A

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Operator’s Manual

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 spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.

Ce système d’allumage par étincelle de véhicule est conforme à la norme NMB-002 du Canada.

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.

Model #:

Serial #:

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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.

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Safety

This lawn mower meets or exceeds the EN 836 and the ISO 5395 standards in effect at the time of production.

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

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 ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1 and ISO standard 5395.

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.

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Printed in the USA

Original Instructions (EN)

• 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.

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

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

• 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.

• Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running.

• 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.

• 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.

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 backward, 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.

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.

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.

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• 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.

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

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

• Replace a faulty muffler.

• Do not change the engine governor setting or

overspeed the engine.

Sound Pressure

This unit has a maximum sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 89 dBA, based on measurements of identical machines per EN 11094 and EN 836.

Sound Power

This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 100 dBA, based on measurements of identical machines per EN 11094.

Vibration

This unit does not exceed a hand/arm vibration level of 7.0 m/s2, based on measurements of identical machines per EN 1033.

Safety/Instruction 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.

104-7908

1. Warning—do not operate the mower without the rear discharge plug or bag in place; do not operate the mower without the side discharge cover or deflector in place.

94-8072

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104-7909

1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual.

2. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine.

3. Thrown object hazard, mower—keep the deflector in place.

4. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts.

5. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—do not operate up and down slopes; operate side to side on slopes; stop the engine before leaving the operating position; and look behind you when backing.

104-7953 (model 20795 only)

1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for information on charging the battery; contains lead; do not discard.

2. Read the Operator’s Manual.

108-4791 (model 20795 only)

108-9751

1. Engine—stop

2. Engine—run

3. Engine—start

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Product Overview

Model 20793

Model 20795

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m-8192

1. Upper handle

2. Control bar lock

3. Recoil start handle

4. Upper and lower handle knobs (4)

5. Fuel tank cap

6. Side discharge

Models 20793 and 20795

1. Grass bag

2. Side discharge chute

3. Battery charger (model 20795 only)

7. Air filter

8. Primer

9. Spark plug

10. Cutting height lever (4)

11. Oil fill/Dipstick

12. Ignition toggle switch

13. Blade control bar

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4. Rear discharge plug (installed)

1. Upper handle

2. Control bar lock

3. Recoil start handle

4. Upper and lower handle knobs (4)

5. Battery (not shown)

6. Fuel tank cap

7. Side discharge

8. Air filter

9. Primer

10. Spark plug

11. Cutting height lever (4)

12. Oil fill/Dipstick

13. Electric starter

14. Blade control bar

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Setup

Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine.

Unfolding the Handle

Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition.

S Do not damage the cables when folding or

unfolding the handle.

S If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized

Service Dealer.

1. Install the blade control bar into the upper handle.

3. Tighten the

upper handle knobs as tight as you can.

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4. Rotate the handle rearward.

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2. Carefully move the upper handle forward until the handle halves are in line and nest together.

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5. Attach the handle brackets (A) to the lower handle sides.

Note: Insert a lock washer between each bracket and knob, and tighten the lower handle knob as tight as you can by hand.

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