Form No.

3367-542 Rev A
20in Mulching/Rear Bagging Lawn
Mower
Model No. 10603—Serial No. 311000001 and Up
Model No. 10604—Serial No. 311000001 and Up
Model No. 10606—Serial No. 311000001 and Up
Model No. 10623—Serial No. 311000001 and Up
Model No. 10624—Serial No. 311000001 and Up
Operator's Manual

Introduction Model No.

This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is Serial No.

intended to be used by residential homeowners
or professional, hired operators. It is designed
primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns This manual identifies potential hazards and has
on residential or commercial properties. It is not safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol
designed for cutting brush or for agricultural uses. (Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate precautions.
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 Figure 2
product and accessory information, help finding a 1. Safety alert symbol
dealer, or to register your product.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or This manual uses two words to highlight information.
additional information, contact an Authorized Service Important calls attention to special mechanical
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model information and Note emphasizes general information
and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 worthy of special attention.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
WARNING
provided.
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 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

Figure 1 spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California
1. Model and serial number plate Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate
the 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.
© 2010—The Toro® Company Register at www.LawnBoy.com. Original Instructions (EN)
8111 Lyndale Avenue South Printed in the USA
Bloomington, MN 55420 All Rights Reserved
The enclosed Engine Owner’s Manual is supplied • Do not operate machine barefooted or while wearing
for information regarding the US Environmental sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California • Do not pull machine backward unless absolutely
Emission Control Regulation of emission systems, necessary. Always look down and behind before and
maintenance, and warranty. Replacements may be while moving backward.
ordered through the engine manufacturer.
• Never direct discharged material toward anyone.
For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross Avoid discharging material against a wall or
horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward
engine manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1940. the operator. Stop the blade when crossing gravel
As configured to meet safety, emission, and operating surfaces.
requirements, the actual engine horsepower on this class
• Do not operate machine without the entire grass
of lawn mower will be significantly lower.
catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety
Do not tamper with the engine controls or alter the protective devices in place and working.
governor speed; doing so may create an unsafe condition • Never leave a running machine unattended.
resulting in personal injury.
• Stop the engine and wait until the blade comes
to a complete stop before cleaning the machine,
Safety removing grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge
guard.
This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade • Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial
safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn mowers light.
and the B71.1 specifications of the American National
Standards Institute in effect at the time of production. • Do not operate machine while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
Read and understand the contents of this manual
before you start the engine. • Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure
of your footing; walk; never run.
The safety alert symbol (Figure 2) is used to alert you
• Disengage the drive system, if so equipped, before
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
starting the engine.
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death. Improperly using or maintaining this mower • If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally,
could result in injury or death. To reduce this potential, stop the engine and check for the cause immediately.
comply with the following safety instructions. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
The following instructions have been adapted from the • Always wear eye protection when operating machine.
ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1-2003. • Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If you see
This cutting machine is capable of amputating lightning or hear thunder in the area, do not operate
hands and feet and of throwing objects. Failure the machine; seek shelter.
to observe the following safety instructions could • See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation
result in serious injury or death. and installation of accessories. Only use accessories
approved by the manufacturer.
General Operation
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the Slope Operation
machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents,
• Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine. which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with not mow it.
the instructions, to operate this machine. • Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
etc., which could be thrown by the blade. Stay on slopes.
behind the handle when the engine is running. • Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall
operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

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• Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. • If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident. immediately.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or • Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten
embankments. You could lose your footing or securely.
balance.
WARNING
Children Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless,
deadly poison that can kill you.
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume area.
that children will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under General Service
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than • Never operate machine in a closed area.
the operator.
• Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment
• Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
is in safe working condition.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, proper operation regularly.
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your
view of a child. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove
any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool
Service before storing.
• If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the
Safe Handling of Gasoline machine. Repair, if necessary, before starting.
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use • Never make any adjustments or repairs with the
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is engine running. Disconnect the spark-plug wire
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. and ground against engine to prevent unintended
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other starting.
sources of ignition. • Check grass catcher components and the discharge
• Use only an approved gasoline container. guard frequently and replace with manufacturer’s
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine recommended parts, when necessary.
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. • Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear
• Never refuel the machine indoors. gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
• Never store the machine or fuel container where • Do not change the engine governor setting or
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as overspeed the engine.
on a water heater or on other appliances. • Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck necessary.
or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place
containers on the ground away from your vehicle
before filling.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck
or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not
possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser
nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

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

104-7953
On battery-equipped models 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.

94-8072

117-4143
1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual.
2. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance
from the machine.
3. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade—disconnect the spark-plug wire and read the
instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.
4. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade—stay away from moving parts and keep all guards
and shields in place.
5. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade—do not mow up and down slopes, only mow across;
stop the mower and engine, pick up debris before operating;
look behind and down when reversing.

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Setup 1. Remove the dipstick (Figure 4).

Important: Remove and discard the protective

plastic sheet that covers the engine.

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Unfolding the Handle
No Parts Required Figure 4

Procedure
2. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil
WARNING level reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 4).
Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can Do not overfill. (Max. fill: 22 oz. (0.65 l), type:
damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating 10W-30 or SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service
condition. classification of SJ or higher.)
• Do not damage the cables when folding or Note: Each time you check the oil level, remove the
unfolding the handle. dipstick and wipe it clean, insert it into the oil filler
• If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized neck (but do not screw it in), then remove it again
Service Dealer. and check the level (Figure 4).
Note: If you overfill the engine, pour some oil out
1. Loosen the handle knobs (Figure 3).
of it as directed in Changing the Engine Oil.
Important: Route the cables to the outside of 3. Install the dipstick securely.
the handle as you install the handle.
Important: Change the engine oil after the first
1 5 operating hours; change it yearly thereafter.
Refer to Changing the Engine Oil.

Figure 3
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1. Handle knob (2)
Charging the Battery
2. Move the handle to the operating position. No Parts Required
3. Tighten the handle knobs firmly by hand (Figure 3).
Procedure

2 Electric-start models only

Refer to Charging the Battery in the Maintenance
section.
Filling the Engine with Oil
No Parts Required

Procedure
Your mower does not come with oil in the engine.

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Product Overview Filling the Fuel Tank
DANGER
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A
fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and
others.
• To prevent a static charge from igniting the
gasoline, place the container and/or mower
directly on the ground before filling, not in a
vehicle or on an object.
• Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold.
Wipe up spills.
• Do not handle gasoline when smoking or around
an open flame or sparks.
• Store gasoline in an approved fuel container, out
Figure 5 of the reach of children.
Self-propel model shown
Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline
1. Spark plug 7. Self-propel drive bar from a major name-brand service station (Figure 6).
(self-propel models only)
2. Air filter 8. Ignition key (electric-start Important: To reduce starting problems, add
models only)
3. Oil fill/Dipstick 9. Grass bag
fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with
4. Fuel tank cap 10. Battery (electric-start gasoline less than 30 days old.
models only)
5. Recoil start handle 11. Cutting height levers (4)
6. Blade control bar 12. Battery charger
(electric-start models
only)

Operation
Attachments/Accessories
A selection of Toro approved attachments and
accessories are available for use with the machine to Figure 6
enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your
Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to
www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments
and accessories. Checking the Engine Oil Level
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it into
the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in (Figure 7).

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 Figure 8
Figure 7 1. Raise the mower 2. Lower the mower

Note: The cutting height settings are 1 inch (25 mm);

2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level 1-1/2 inch (38 mm); 2 inches (51 mm); 2-1/2 inches
(Figure 7). If the oil level is below the Add mark on (64 mm); 3 inches (76 mm); 3-1/2 inches (89 mm); and
the dipstick, slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to 4 inches (102 mm).
raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick.
Do not overfill. (Max. fill: 22 oz. (0.65 l), type:
10W-30 or SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service Starting the Engine
classification of SJ or higher.) 1. Hold the blade control bar (Figure 9) against the
Note: If you overfill the engine, pour some oil out handle.
of it as directed in Changing the Engine Oil.
3. Install the dipstick securely.

Adjusting the Cutting Height

WARNING Figure 9

Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into 1. Blade control bar
contact with the moving blade, causing serious
injury. 2. Turn the ignition key (Figure 10) (electric-start
• Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts models only) or pull recoil start handle (Figure 11).
to stop.
• Do not put your fingers under the housing when
adjusting the cutting height.

Figure 10
CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the muffler will be
hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from the
hot muffler.

Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all four wheels

to the same height.
Note: To raise the mower, move all the cutting height
levers forward; to lower the mower, move the all the Figure 11
cutting height levers rearward (Figure 8).

Note: If the mower does not start after several

attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

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Using the Self-propel Drive Mulching the Clippings
Self-propel models only Your mower comes from the factory ready to mulch the
grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.
To operate the self-propel drive, squeeze the self-propel
drive bar (Figure 12) toward the handle and hold it. If the grass bag is on the mower, remove it (refer to
Removing the Grass Bag) before mulching the clippings.

Bagging the Clippings

Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and
leaf clippings from the lawn.

WARNING
A worn grass bag could allow small stones and
other similar debris to be thrown in the operator’s or
Figure 12 bystander’s direction and result in serious personal
injury or death to the operator or bystanders.
1. Self-propel drive bar
Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged,
install a new Toro replacement bag.
To disengage the self-propel drive, release the self-propel
drive bar.
Note: The maximum self-propel ground speed is fixed. WARNING
To reduce the ground speed, increase the space between The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result
the self-propel drive bar and the handle. in serious personal injury.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop
Stopping the Engine before leaving the operating position.
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Installing the Grass Bag
To stop the engine, release the blade control bar
(Figure 13). 1. Lift up the rear deflector (Figure 14).

Note: Remove the ignition key when you leave the

mower (electric-start mowers only).
Important: When you release the blade control
bar, both the engine and blade should stop within
3 seconds. If they do not stop properly, stop using
your mower immediately and contact an Authorized
Service Dealer. Figure 14
1. Rear deflector

2. Insert the grass bag handle onto the notches on the

handle brackets (Figure 14).

Removing the Grass Bag

1. Lift up the rear deflector (Figure 14).
Figure 13
2. Lift the grass bag handle out from the notches on the
handle brackets and remove the bag from the mower.
3. Close the rear deflector.

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Operating Tips – Set the cutting height on the front wheels one
notch lower than the rear wheels. For example,
set the front wheels at 2 inches (51 mm) and the
General Mowing Tips rear wheels at 2-1/2 inches (64 mm).
• Clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches, and
other debris that the blade could hit. Cutting Leaves
• Avoid striking solid objects with the blade. Never • After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn
deliberately mow over any object. shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need to
• If the mower strikes an object or starts to vibrate, make more than one pass over the leaves.
immediately stop the engine, disconnect the wire • If there are more than 5 inches (13 cm) of leaves
from the spark plug, and examine the mower for on the lawn, set the front cutting height one or two
damage. notches higher than the rear cutting height.
• For best performance, install a new blade before the • Slow down your mowing speed if the mower does
cutting season begins. not cut the leaves finely enough.
• Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro
replacement blade.

Cutting Grass
• Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time.
Do not cut below the 2 inch (51 mm) setting unless
the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth
begins to slow down. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting
Height.
• When cutting grass over 6 inches (15 cm) tall, mow
at the highest cutting height setting and walk slower;
then mow again at a lower setting for the best lawn
appearance. If the grass is too long, the mower may
plug and cause the engine to stall.
• Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves
tend to clump on the yard and can cause the mower
to plug or the engine to stall.

WARNING
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if
you slip and contact the blade. Mow only in dry
conditions.

• Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse

the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization.
• If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try
one or more of the following:
– Replace the blade or have it sharpened.
– Walk at a slower pace while mowing.
– Raise the cutting height on your mower.
– Cut the grass more frequently.
– Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full
swath with each pass.

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Maintenance
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.

Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)

Maintenance Service
Maintenance Procedure
Interval
After the first 5 hours • Change the engine oil.
• Check the engine oil level.
Before each use or daily • Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade control bar.
• Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the mower.
• Check the air cleaner for dirty, loose, or damaged parts, and clean or replace them
Every 25 hours if necessary.
• Charge the battery for 24 hours (electric-start models only).
Every 50 hours • Change the engine oil.
• Replace the air cleaner element (more frequently when operating the mower in dusty
or dirty operating conditions).
Every 100 hours • Clean the cooling system (refer to your engine owner’s manual).
• Replace the spark plug.
Before storage • Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before annual storage.
• Replace the blade or have it sharpened (more frequently if the edge dulls quickly).
Yearly • Refer to your Engine Operator’s Manual for any additional yearly maintenance
procedures.

Important: Refer to your Engine Operator’s Manual for additional maintenance procedures.

Preparing for Maintenance hand fuel pump to remove the fuel. Always tip
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. the mower onto its side with the dipstick down.
2. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug WARNING
(Figure 15) before performing any maintenance
procedure. Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak.
Gasoline is flammable, explosive and can cause
personal injury.
Run the engine dry or remove the gasoline with
a hand pump; never siphon.

Servicing the Air Cleaner

Element
Figure 15
Service Interval: Every 25 hours/Yearly (whichever
1. Spark plug wire comes first)—Check the air cleaner
for dirty, loose, or damaged parts, and
3. After performing the maintenance procedure(s), clean or replace them if necessary.
connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug. Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever
Important: Before tipping the mower to change comes first)—Replace the air cleaner
the oil or replace the blade, allow the fuel tank element (more frequently when
to run dry through normal usage. If you must operating the mower in dusty or dirty
tip the mower prior to running out of fuel, use a operating conditions).

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1. Perform the pre-maintenance procedures; refer to
Preparing for Maintenance.
2. Unscrew and open the air cleaner cover (Figure 16).

Figure 18

4. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level
Figure 16
reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 17).
Do not overfill. (Max. fill: 22 oz. (0.65 l), type:
1. Screw 3. Air cleaner element 10W-30 or SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service
2. Air cleaner cover
classification of SJ or higher.)

3. Replace the air cleaner element. Note: Each time you check the oil level, remove the
dipstick and wipe it clean, insert it into the oil filler
4. Install the air cleaner cover. neck (but do not screw it in), then remove it again
and check the level (Figure 17).
Changing the Engine Oil Note: If you overfill the engine, pour some oil out
of it as directed in Changing the Engine Oil.
Service Interval: After the first 5 hours
5. Install the dipstick securely.
Every 50 hours/Yearly (whichever
comes first) 6. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling
center.
Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil
to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more
contaminants. Charging the Battery
1. Perform the pre-maintenance procedures; refer to Service Interval: Every 25 hours
Preparing for Maintenance.
Electric-start models only
2. Remove the dipstick (Figure 17).
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.

Figure 17 Charge the battery for 24 hours initially, then monthly

(every 25 starts) or as needed. Always use the charger
in a sheltered area and charge the battery at room
3. Tip the mower onto its side, with the air filter up, temperature (70° or 22° C) whenever possible.
to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube
(Figure 18). 1. Connect the charger to the mower wire harness
located below the ignition key (Figure 19).

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 Figure 19

2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet. Figure 20

Note: When the battery no longer holds a charge, 1. Battery 3. Fuse holder
recycle or dispose of the lead-acid battery according 2. Battery cover
to local codes.
Note: Your battery charger may have a two-color LED 2. Insert the fuse into the fuse holder (Figure 20).
display that indicates the following states of charging: 3. Install the battery cover.
• A red light indicates that the charger is charging the
battery.
Replacing the Blade
• A green light indicates that the charger is fully
charged or the charger is disconnected from the Service Interval: Yearly
battery. Important: You will need a torque wrench to install
• A flashing light that alternates between red and green the blade properly. If you do not have a torque
indicates that the battery is nearly fully charged. This wrench or are uncomfortable performing this
state lasts only a few minutes until the battery is fully procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
charged. Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline. If
the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.
Replacing the Fuse If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or
replace it.
Electric-start models only
Your mower comes with a fuse that protects the electric WARNING
starter. If the battery does not charge or the engine does The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result
not run with the electric starter, the fuse may be blown. in serious personal injury.
Replace it with a 40-amp plug-in type fuse.
• Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
Important: You cannot start the mower with the • Wear gloves when servicing the blade.
electric starter or charge the battery unless you
install the fuse. 1. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug.
1. Unclip both ends of the battery cover and remove Refer to Preparing for Maintenance.
it (Figure 20). 2. Tip the mower onto its side, with the air filter up.
3. Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady.
4. Remove the blade (turn the blade bolt
counterclockwise), saving all the mounting hardware.
5. Install the new blade (turn the blade bolt clockwise)
and all mounting hardware (Figure 21).

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 Figure 22
1. 1 to 1-1/2 inches (25 to 38 4. Cable support nut
mm)
2. Self-propel drive bar 5. Cable support
Figure 21 3. Cable jacket

2. Hold the self-propel bail 1 to 1-1/2 inches (25 to 38

Important: Position the curved ends of the mm) from the handle (Figure 22).
blade to point toward the mower housing.
3. Pull down the cable jacket (toward the mower) until
6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to there is no slack in the cable (Figure 22).
60 ft-lb (82 N-m).
4. Tighten the nut on the cable support.
Important: A bolt torqued to 60 ft-lb (82 N-m)
is very tight. While holding the blade with a 5. Release the self-propel drive bar and ensure that the
block of wood, put your weight behind the cable is loose.
ratchet or wrench and tighten the bolt securely. Note: The cable must be loose with the self-propel
This bolt is very difficult to overtighten. drive bar in the released position; otherwise, the
mower may creep when you disengage the bar.
Adjusting the Self-propel Drive
Cable Cleaning the Mower
Self-propel models only Service Interval: Before each use or daily

Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if WARNING

the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the
self-propel drive cable. The mower may dislodge material from under the
mower housing.
1. Loosen the cable support nut (Figure 22).
• Wear eye protection.
• Stay in the operating position (behind the
handle).
• Do not allow bystanders in the area.

1. With the engine running on a flat paved surface,

spray a stream of water in front of the right rear
wheel (Figure 23).
The water will splash into the path of the blade,
cleaning out the clippings.

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 Folding the Handle
WARNING
Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can
Figure 23 damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating
condition.
• Do not damage the cables when folding or
2. When no more clippings come out, stop the water unfolding the handle.
and move the mower to a dry area.
• If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized
3. Run the engine for a few minutes to dry the housing Service Dealer.
to prevent it from rusting.
1. Loosen the handle knobs until you can move the
Storage handle freely (Figure 24).

Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place.

Preparing the Mower for

Storage Figure 24
WARNING 1. Handle knob (2)

Gasoline vapors can explode.

• Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. 2. Move the handle forward as shown in Figure 24.
• Do not store the mower in an enclosure near an
open flame. Removing the Mower from
• Allow the engine to cool before storing it. Storage
1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer 1. Charge the battery for 24 hours (electric-start models
to the fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer. only).
2. Run the mower until the engine stops from running 2. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
out of fuel.
3. Prime the engine and start it again.
4. Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can
no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry.
5. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
6. Remove the spark plug, add 1 oz. (30 ml) of oil
through the spark plug hole, and pull the starter rope
slowly several times to distribute oil throughout the
cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during the
off-season.
7. Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque
wrench to 15 ft-lb (20 N-m).
8. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
9. Charge the battery for 24 hours, then unplug the
battery charger an store the mower in an unheated
area. If you must store the mower in a heated
area, you must charge the battery every 90 days
(electric-start models only).

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Notes:

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 The Lawn-Boy No-Worry Warranty 20 in.
A Two-Year Full Warranty (45 day Limited Warranty for Commercial Use) Mulching/
The Lawn-Boy Tru-Start Commitment Rear Bagging
A Three-Year Full Warranty (Not applicable for Commercial Use) Lawn Mower

Conditions and Products Covered • Repairs or adjustments to correct starting difficulties due to the
under the No-Worry Warranty following:
– Failure to follow proper maintenance procedures
The Toro® Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to
an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair any Toro Product – Contaminants in the fuel system
used for residential purposes*, if defective in materials or workmanship
or if it stops functioning due to the failure of a component for the periods – Failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of non-use
listed below. over one month
Products Warranty Period • Special operational conditions where starting may require more than
Product and Attachments 2 year full warranty two pulls:
Power Train** (Engine and Transmission) 3 year full warranty – First time starts after extended period of non-use over one month
Batteries 1 year or seasonal storage
Wear Items (Belts, blades, blade adaptors, 90 days
grass bags, cables, and wheels) – Improper starting procedure

Limited Warranty Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service

under the No-Worry Warranty for Commercial Use If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or
workmanship, or if a normal, able-bodied adult can no longer start your
Gas-powered Toro Products used at more than one location, or used for
product’s engine in one or two pulls, follow this procedure:
institutional or rental use, are warranted for 45 days against defects in
materials or workmanship. Components failing due to normal wear are not 1. Contact any Authorized Toro Service Dealer to arrange service at their
covered by this warranty. dealership. To locate a dealer convenient to you, refer to the Yellow
Pages of your telephone directory (look under “Lawn Mowers”) or
Coverage under the Tru-Start Commitment access our web site at www.Toro.com. You may also call the numbers
listed in item #3 to use the 24-hour Toro Dealer locator system.
The Toro® Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to
an agreement between them, jointly promise that your Tru-Start engine, 2. Bring the product and your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to the
when used for residential purposes*, will start on the first or second pull Service Dealer. The dealer will diagnose the problem and determine
for three (3) years from the date of purchase, if you provide the routine if it is covered under warranty.
maintenance it requires, or we will fix it free of charge. 3. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer’s
analysis or with the assistance provided, contact us at: Customer
This Toro Commitment does not apply when the product is used Care Department, Consumer Division, Toro Warranty Company, 8111
commercially.* Lyndale Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55420-1196; or call us toll
free at 866-216-6032 (U.S. customers) or 866-216-6031 (Canadian
The following applies to both customers).
the No-Worry Warranty and the Tru-Start Commitment
General Conditions
Owner Responsibilities
All repairs covered by these warranties must be performed by an
You must maintain your Toro Product by following the maintenance Authorized Toro Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement parts.
procedures descr bed in the Operator’s Manual. Such routine
maintenance, whether performed by a dealer or by you, is at your expense. Neither The Toro® Company nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for
indirect, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with the
use of the Toro Products covered by these warranties, including any
Items and Conditions Not Covered cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or service during
reasonable periods of malfunction or non-use pending completion of
There is no other express warranty except for special emission system repairs under these warranties.
coverage on some products. This express warranty does not cover the
following: Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential
• Any product or part which has been altered or misused and damages, so the above exclusions may not apply to you.
requires replacement or repair due to an accident or lack of proper
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
maintenance
rights which vary from state to state.
• Pickup and delivery charges
• Operational misuse, neglect, or accidents
• Repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than an Authorized
Toro Service Dealer

Countries Other than the United States or Canada

Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain
guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining
guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.
*Residential purposes means use of the product on the same lot as your home. Use at more than one location, or institutional or rental use, is considered
commercial use and the commercial use warranty would apply.
**Power Train coverage includes engine and transmission only. The transmission is defined as the gear case, internal components, and axles.

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