Form No.

3350-657
22 Recycler

Lawn Mower
Model No. 20031—Serial No. 240000001 and Up
Operator’s Manual

Important: This engine is not equipped with a spark

Introduction arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered or
and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas
and product damage. You are responsible for may have similar laws.
operating the product properly and safely.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for ICES-002.
product and accessory information, help finding a
dealer, or to register your product. The enclosed Engine Owner’s Manual is supplied for
information regarding The U.S. Environmental
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
additional information, contact an Authorized Service Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through
and serial numbers of your product ready. The the engine manufacturer.
illustration below identifies the location of the model
and serial numbers on the product. Write the numbers
in the space provided below:
Safety
Model #: 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
Serial #: National Standards Institute in effect at the time of
production.
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Read and understand the contents of this manual
This manual identifies potential hazards and has before the engine is ever started.
safety messages identified by the following words:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to
• Danger signals an extreme hazard that will alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
cause serious injury or death if you do not follow Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol
the recommended precautions. to avoid possible injury or death.
• Warning signals a hazard that may cause Improperly using or maintaining this mower
serious injury or death if you do not follow the could result in injury or death. To reduce this
recommended precautions. potential, comply with the following safety
• Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor instructions.
or moderate injury if you do not follow the The following instructions have been adapted from
recommended precautions. the ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1—1998.
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.
General Operation
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on
the machine and in the manual. Be thoroughly
Warning familiar with the controls and the proper use of
the mower before starting.
The engine exhaust from this product contains • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
chemicals known to the State of California to parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive times.
harm.

 2003—The Toro Company Printed in the USA Original Instructions (EN)

8111 Lyndale Ave., Bloomington, MN 55420, USA All Rights Reserved Register your product at www.Toro.com
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• Only allow responsible individuals, who are • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
familiar with the instructions, to operate the embankments. The operator could lose footing or
mower. balance.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, • Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
wire, bones, sticks etc., which could be picked up
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could
and thrown by the blade.
cause slipping.
• 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 Children
wearing open sandals. Always wear substantial
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert
foot wear.
to the presence of children. Children are often
• Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely attracted to the mower and the mowing activity. Never
necessary. Look down and behind before and assume that children will remain where you last saw
while moving backwards. them.
• Do not operate the mower without proper guards, • Keep children out of the mowing area and under
plates, grass catcher or other safety protective the watchful care of a responsible adult
devices in place.
• Be alert and turn mower off if children enter the
• See the Toro instructions for proper operation and area.
installation of accessories. Only use Toro
• Before and while moving backwards, look behind
accessories.
and down for small children.
• Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives,
• Never allow children to operate the mower.
walks, or roads.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
• Stop the engine whenever you leave the
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
equipment, before cleaning the mower or
vision.
unclogging the chute.
• Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes
to complete stop before removing grass catcher. Service
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Use extra care in handling gasoline. It is
• Do not operate the mower while under the flammable and vapors are explosive.
influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Use only an approved container.
• Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be
sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the
handle and walk; never run. engine running. Allow engine to cool before
refueling. Do not smoke.
• Disengage the self-propelled mechanism before
starting the engine. • Never refuel the machine indoors.

• If the equipment should start to vibrate • Never store the machine or fuel container
abnormally, stop the engine and check inside where there is an open flame, such as
immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a a water heater.
warning of trouble. • Never run an engine inside a closed area.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields when operating mower.
Warning
Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless,
Slope Operation deadly poison that can kill you.
• Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed
accidents which can result in severe injury. All area.
slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on
a slope, do not mow it. • Never make adjustments or repairs with the
engine running. Disconnect the spark plug wire,
• Mow across the face of slopes; never up and and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent
down. Exercise extreme caution when changing accidental starting.
direction on slopes.
• Keep all nuts and bolts, especially blade
• Remove objects such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can good condition.
hide obstacles.

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• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their • Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
proper operation regularly. damage, and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
• Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris
Frequently check components and replace with
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow
genuine Toro parts, when necessary.
mower to cool before storing.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an
blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
servicing them.
• Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments
• Do not change the engine governor setting or
while the engine is running.
overspeed the engine.

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

104-7953

105-6838

105-3011

105-1344 105-1295

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Product Overview Setup

Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic
3 sheet that covers the engine.
4
Unfolding the Handle
5
2
Warning
6
Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can
7 damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating
1 condition.

8

Do not damage the cables when folding or
unfolding the handle.

If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized
Service Dealer.
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1. Carefully move the upper handle forward until the
handle halves are in line and nest together as shown.
1. Cutting height lever 6. Fuel tank cap
2. Oil fill/Dipstick 7. Battery
3. Recoil start handle 8. Air filter
4. Blade control bar 9. Primer
5. Ignition key 10. Spark plug

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2. Tighten the handle

4 knobs.
3
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1. Grass bag 4. Rear discharge plug

2. Side discharge chute (installed)
3. Battery charger

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

clicks into place.

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Filling the Engine with Oil Installing the Fuse

Your mower does not come with oil in the engine, Your mower comes with a 40-amp fuse that protects
but it does come with a 20 oz. (0.59 l) bottle of oil. the electric starter.
Max. fill: 20 oz., type: SAE 30W detergent oil with an Important: You cannot start the mower with the
API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or electric starter or charge the battery unless you install
higher. the fuse.
1. Remove the dipstick. 1. Unclip both ends of the battery cover and
remove it.

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2. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to raise the oil 2. Install the fuse in
level to the Full mark on the dipstick. Do not overfill. the fuse holder as
3. Install the dipstick securely. shown.
Important: Change the engine oil after the first Note: Your mower
2 operating hours; change it yearly thereafter. Refer comes with a fuse in
to Changing the Engine Oil on page 12. your owner’s packet and m-4796

another fuse in the

battery box.
3. Install the battery cover.

Charging the Battery

Refer to Charging the Battery on page 12.

Before Operating
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 of the reach of children.

Warning
Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing
serious injury.

Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height.

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Filling the Fuel Tank Checking the Engine Oil

Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline Level
from a major name-brand service station.
1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully
Important: To reduce starting problems next season, install the dipstick.
add fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with
gasoline less than 30 days old.

1/2 in. (1 cm)

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2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. If the

oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick,
slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to raise the oil level
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to the Full mark on the dipstick. Do not overfill.
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API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or
higher.)
3. Install the dipstick.

Adjusting the Cutting Height

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. 2
2-3/4
3-1/2

1-1/4 4-1/4
2-3/8 3-1/8
1-5/8 3-7/8

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Adjusting the Handle Height

Squeeze the bottom of
the handle halves B C
together (as shown) and
A
change the handle holes
in which the pins (A) are
mounted, as follows:
• Raise the handle
using hole (B).
• Lower the handle m-5614

using hole (C).

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Operation
Starting the Engine Using the Self-propel Drive
1. Firmly push in the To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your
primer 3 times with your hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your
thumb, holding the sides, and the mower will automatically keep pace
primer in for a second with you.
before releasing it each
time.
Note: If the air m-5572
temperature is below
55°F (13°C), firmly push
the primer in 5 times.
2. Hold the blade
control bar (A) against
the handle.
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3. Start the engine using either the ignition key or

the recoil starter.

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or Stopping the Engine

To stop the engine, release the blade control bar.
Remove the ignition key when you leave the mower.
Important: When you release the blade control bar,
both the engine and blade should stop within
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m-5606 3 seconds. If they do not stop properly, stop using
your mower immediately and contact an Authorized
4. If the mower does not start in 1 or 2 pulls (or Service Dealer.
within 5 seconds using the electric starter), press the
primer button 1 or 2 times and try starting it again.

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Recycling the Clippings Installing the Grass Bag

Your mower comes from the factory ready to recycle 1. Go to the left side of the lawn mower.
the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. 2. Step on the
If the grass bag is on the mower, remove it (refer to handle release bar.
Removing the Grass Bag on page 9) before
recycling the clippings. If the side discharge chute is
on the mower, remove it and lock the side discharge
door (refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute on
page 9) before recycling the clippings.
Important: Ensure that
the rear discharge plug
is in place before you
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3. Raise the
handle to the
vertical position.
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Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass
and leaf clippings from the lawn. 4. Raise and hold up
the rear door.
If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it
and lock the side discharge door (refer to Removing
the Side Discharge Chute on page 9) before bagging
the clippings.

Warning
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The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can
result in serious personal injury. 5. Remove the rear
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to discharge plug.
stop before leaving the operating position.

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6. Install the bag.

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7. Lower the rear door.

8. Return the handle to the operating position.

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Removing the Grass Bag Side Discharging the

Clippings
Warning Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass.
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can If the bag is on the mower, remove it and insert the
result in serious personal injury. rear discharge plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag
on page 9) before side discharging the clippings.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop before leaving the operating position. Important: Ensure that
the rear discharge plug
1. Go to the left side of the lawn mower.
is in place before you
2. Step on the side discharge the
handle release clippings.
lever.

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Installing the Side Discharge Chute

1. Unlock the
side discharge
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3. Raise the
handle to the
vertical position.
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2. Lift open the side

discharge door.

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4. Raise and hold up

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the rear door.
3. Install the side discharge chute and close the
door onto the chute.

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5. Remove the bag.

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Removing the Side Discharge Chute

To remove the side discharge chute, reverse the
steps above.
Important: Lock
the side discharge
door after you
close it.

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Operating Tips Cutting Leaves

• Clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches, • After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn
and other debris that the blade could hit. shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need
to make more than one pass over the leaves.
• Avoid striking solid objects with the blade. Never
deliberately mow over any object. • If there are more than 5 inches (13 cm) of leaves
on the lawn, set the front cutting height one or
• If the mower strikes an object or starts to vibrate, two notches higher than the rear cutting height.
immediately stop the engine, disconnect the wire
from the spark plug, and examine the mower for • Slow down your mowing speed if the mower does
damage. not cut the leaves finely enough.

• For best performance, install a new blade before • If you mow over oak leaves, you can add lime to
the cutting season begins. the grass in the spring to reduce the acidity of the
leaves.
• 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 on page 6.
• 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.
• 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
rear wheels at 2-3/8 inches (60 mm).

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Maintenance
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the mower by standing in the operating position.

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Important: Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures.

Maintenance Service
Maintenance Procedure
Interval
• Check the engine oil level.
Each Use
• Remove grass clippings and dirt from under the housing.
1 Month (5 Hours)1 • Charge the battery.
• Replace the air filter; replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.
• Change the engine oil.2
1 Year (25 Hours)1 • Replace the blade or have the blade sharpened; replace it or have it sharpened
more frequently if the edge dulls quickly.
• Lubricate the wheel gears.
• Replace the spark plug (refer to your engine operator’s manual).
4 Years (100 Hours)1
• Clean the cooling system (refer to your engine operator’s manual).
• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed or before annual storage.
Annual Storage
• Charge the battery.

1Whichever comes first

2Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating hours.

Preparing for Maintenance

1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop.
Replacing the Air Filter
2. Disconnect the Replace the air filter yearly; replace it more frequently
A in dusty operating conditions.
spark plug wire from the
spark plug and hook it Refer to Preparing for Maintenance on page 11.
onto the retaining post
(A) before performing 1. Rotate the air filter
any maintenance cover to remove it.
procedure. 2. Replace the air filter.
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3. Install the cover.
3. After performing the maintenance procedure(s),
connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug.
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Note: Before tipping the mower to change the oil or
replace the blade, allow the fuel tank to run dry
through normal usage. If you must tip the mower prior
to running out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump to
remove the fuel. Always tip the mower onto its right
side.

Warning
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.

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Changing the Engine Oil Charging the Battery

Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating
hours; change it yearly thereafter.
Warning
Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil
to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contaminants. contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
Refer to Preparing for Maintenance on page 11. known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
1. Remove the handling battery.
dipstick.
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 temperature (70F or 22C) whenever possible.
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1. Connect the charger
2. Tip the mower onto to the mower wire
its right side to drain the harness located below
used oil out through the the ignition key.
oil fill tube.
Important: Use only the
charger supplied with
the mower.
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2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet.
3. Slowly pour oil into
the oil fill tube until the When the battery no longer holds a charge, recycle or
oil level reaches the Full dispose of the lead-acid battery according to local
line on the dipstick. Do codes.
not overfill. (Max. fill:
20 oz., type: SAE 30W
detergent oil with an API Replacing the Fuse
service classification of m-5571

SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or If the battery does not charge or the engine does not
higher.) turn with the electric starter, the fuse may be blown.
Replace it with a 40-amp plug-in type fuse. Refer to
4. Install the dipstick securely. Installing the Fuse on page 5.
5. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local
recycling center.
Lubricating the Wheel
Gears
1. Remove the wheel bolts on the rear wheels and
remove the rear wheels.
2. Apply a lubricating
oil to the inner and outer
sides of the gear as
shown.

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3. Install the rear wheels.

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Replacing the Blade Cleaning the Mower

Important: You will need a torque wrench to 1. With the engine
install the blade properly. If you do not have a running on a flat paved
torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this surface, spray a stream
procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. of water in front of the
Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline. right rear wheel.
If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it 1093

immediately. If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have The water will splash into the path of the blade,
it sharpened or replace it. cleaning out the clippings.
2. When no more clippings come out, stop the water
Warning and move the mower to a dry area.
3. Run the engine for a few minutes to dry the
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can housing to prevent it from rusting.
result in serious personal injury.
Wear cloth or leather gloves when servicing the
blade.
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark
plug and hook it onto the retaining post. Refer to
Preparing for Maintenance on page 11.
2. Tip the mower onto its right side.
3. Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady.
4. Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware.
5. Install the new blade and all mounting hardware.
Important: Position the curved ends of the blade to
point toward the mower.

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6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to

60 ft-lb (82 N⋅m).
Important: A bolt torqued to 60 ft-lb (82 Nm) is
very tight. While holding the blade with a block of
wood, put your weight behind the ratchet or
wrench and tighten the bolt securely. This bolt is
very difficult to overtighten.

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Storage Folding the Handle

You can fold the handle in two positions: vertical and
Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place. fully folded.

Preparing the Mower into Vertical Position

Storage
Warning
Warning The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can
result in serious personal injury.
Gasoline vapors can explode. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to

Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. stop before leaving the operating position.

Do not store the mower in an enclosure near 1. Go to the left side of the lawn mower.
an open flame. 2. Step on the
Allow the engine to cool before storing it. handle release
lever.
1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel
stabilizer to the fuel as directed by the engine
manufacturer.
2. Run the mower until the engine stops from
running out of fuel.
3. Prime the engine and start it again.
4. Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you
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5. Remove the wire from the spark plug and connect 3. Raise the
the wire onto the retaining post. handle to the
6. Remove the spark plug, add 1 oz. (30 ml) of oil vertical position.
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. Loosely install the spark plug.
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8. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
4. To unfold the
9. Charge the battery for 72 hours, then unplug the handle, simply
battery charger and store the mower in an unheated return the handle
area. If you must store the mower in a heated area, to the operating
you must charge the battery every 90 days. position.

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Fully Folded Position Warning

Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can
Warning damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating
condition.
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can
Do not damage the cables when folding or
result in serious personal injury. unfolding the handle.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized
stop before leaving the operating position. Service Dealer.
1. Go to the left side of the lawn mower. 6. Loosen the handle
2. Step on the knobs until you can
handle release move the upper handle
lever. freely.

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7. Fold the upper handle rearward as shown.

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3. Raise the
handle to the
vertical position.

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Important: Route the cables to the outside of the
handle knobs as you unfold the upper handle.
4. Push in on the lower 8. To unfold the handle, refer to Unfolding the
left handle leg until the Handle on page 4.
the handle moves freely
forward.
5. Rotate the handle forward. Removing the Mower from
Storage
1. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine
rapidly using the starter to blow the excess oil from
the cylinder.
2. Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque
wrench to 15 ft-lb (20 N
m).
3. Charge the battery.
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 The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee
and
The Toro Starting Guarantee on GTS-2 (Guaranteed to Start) Engines
A Full Two-Year Warranty (Limited Warranty for Commercial Use)
Conditions and Products Covered under The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee
The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, promise to repair any Toro Product used for residential purposes* if defective in materials or
workmanship or if it stops functioning due to the failure of a component. The following time periods apply from the date of purchase:
Products Warranty Period
• Recycler Walk Mowers 2 year full warranty
• Batteries 1 year full warranty
This warranty covers the cost of parts and labor, but you must pay transportation costs. This warranty applies to all steel deck Toro Recycler Walk Mowers.
Conditions and Products Covered under The Toro Starting Guarantee
The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, guarantee that your Toro GTS-2 Engine, when used for residential purposes*, will start on the first
or second pull for two years from the date of purchase, if you provide the routine maintenance it requires, or we will fix it free of charge.
This warranty covers the cost of parts and labor, but you must pay transportation costs. This warranty applies to all steel deck Toro Recycler Walk Mowers.
Limited Warranty for Commercial Use
Toro Recycler Walk Mowers used for commercial, institutional, or rental use are warranted for 45 days against defects in materials or workmanship.
Components failing due to normal wear are not covered by this warranty. The Toro Starting Guarantee does not apply when the product is used commercially.
Items and Conditions Not Covered
There is no other express warranty. This express warranty does not cover the following:
• Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters, fuel, lubricants, oil changes, spark plugs, air filter, blade sharpening, worn blade, cable/linkage
adjustments, or brake and clutch adjustments
• Any product or part which has been altered or misused or required replacement or repair due to accidents or lack of proper maintenance
• Repairs necessary due to improper battery care, electrical supply irregularities, or failure to properly prepare the mower prior to any period of non-use over
three months
• Pickup and delivery charges
• Operational misuse, neglect, or accidents
• Repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than a Toro Service outlet
• Repairs or adjustments to correct starting difficulties due to the following:
– failure to follow proper maintenance procedures
– rotary mower blade striking an object
– contaminants in the fuel system
– improper fuel or fuel/oil mixture (consult your Operator’s Manual if in doubt)
– failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of non-use over three months
• Special operational conditions where starting may require more than two pulls:
– first time starts after extended period of non-use over three months or seasonal storage
– cool temperature starts such as those found in early spring and late autumn
– improper starting procedures
If you are having difficulty starting your unit, please check the Operator’s Manual to ensure that you are using the correct starting procedures. This can save an
unnecessary visit to a Service Dealer.
Owner Responsibilities
You must maintain your Toro Product by following the maintenance procedures described in the Operator’s Manual. Such routine maintenance, whether
performed by a dealer or by you, is at your expense.
Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service
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 product’s engine in
one or two pulls, follow this procedure:
1. Contact any Toro Authorized or Master Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership. To locate a dealer convenient to you, refer to the Yellow Pages
of your telephone directory (look under “Lawn Mowers”) or access our website at www.Toro.com. U.S. Customers may also call 800-421-9684 to use our
24-hour Toro dealer locator system.
2. Bring the product and your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to the Service Dealer.
3. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer’s analysis or with the assistance provided, contact us at: Customer Care Department,
Consumer Division, Toro Warranty Company, 8111 Lyndale Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55420-1196; or call us toll free at 866-214-9807 (U.S.
customers) or 866-214-9808 (Canada customers).
General Conditions
All repairs covered by these warranties must be performed by an Authorized or Master Toro Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement parts. Repair by a
Toro Service Dealer is your sole remedy under these warranties.
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 cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or
non-use pending completion of repairs under these warranties.
Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions and
limitations may not apply to you.
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.
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* Residential purposes means use of the product on the same lot as your home. Use at more than one location is considered commercial use, and the
commercial use warranty would apply.