Toro 20340 User Manual

FormNo.3408-834RevB
22inRecycler
®
LawnMowerwithSmartStow
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ModelNo.20340—SerialNo.400000000andUp
Operator'sManual
Introduction
Thisrotary-blade,walk-behindlawnmowerisintendedto
beusedbyresidentialhomeowners.Itisdesignedprimarily
forcuttinggrassonwell-maintainedlawnsonresidential
properties.Itisnotdesignedforcuttingbrushorfor
agriculturaluses.
Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperateand
maintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoidinjuryand
productdamage.Youareresponsibleforoperatingthe
productproperlyandsafely.
YoumaycontactTorodirectlyatwww.Toro.comforproduct
andaccessoryinformation,helpndingadealer,ortoregister
yourproduct.
Wheneveryouneedservice,genuineToroparts,oradditional
information,contactanAuthorizedServiceDealerorToro
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WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition65Warning
Thisproductcontainsachemicalorchemicals
knowntotheStateofCaliforniatocausecancer,
birthdefects,orreproductiveharm.
Theengineexhaustfromthisproduct
containschemicalsknowntotheStateof
Californiatocausecancer,birthdefects,
orotherreproductiveharm.
ItisaviolationofCaliforniaPublicResourceCode
Section4442or4443touseoroperatetheengineonany
forest-covered,brush-covered,orgrass-coveredlandunless
theengineisequippedwithasparkarrester,asdenedin
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Engine Owner's Man ual issuppliedfor
informationregardingtheUSEnvironmentalProtection
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Regulationofemissionsystems,maintenance,and
warranty.Replacementsmaybeorderedthroughthe
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Toro 20340 Specifications

General

Engine	Briggs & Stratton
Deck Material	Steel
Mulching Capability	Yes
Bagging Capability	Yes
Side Discharge	Yes
Start Type	Recoil
Cutting Height Positions	9
Cutting Width	22 inches
Warranty	2-Year Full Warranty

Summary

Safety

General Safety Instructions

Outlines general safety precautions for operating the lawn mower to prevent injury.

Setup

Unfolding the Handle

Filling the Engine with Oil

Operation

Before Operation Safety and Procedures

Covers essential safety checks, fueling, and oil level procedures before starting the mower.

During Operation Safety

Provides critical safety guidelines to follow while operating the lawn mower.

Starting and Self-Propel Operation

Instructions for starting the engine and using the self-propel drive feature.

Shutting Off and Clipping Management

Storing the Machine Vertically

Vertical Stowage Safety Warnings

Highlights dangers of fuel and improper handle folding when storing the mower vertically.

Vertical Stowage Procedure

Cleaning the Machine

Cleaning Using the Washout Port

Folding the Handle

Maintenance

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Outlines recommended maintenance tasks and their service intervals (daily, before storage, yearly).

Maintenance Safety Precautions

Crucial safety warnings and procedures to follow before performing any maintenance.

Preparing for Maintenance

Steps to take before starting any maintenance, including shutting off the engine and disconnecting the spark plug.

Servicing the Air Filter

Changing the Engine Oil

Replacing the Blade

Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive

Storage

Preparing the Machine for Storage

Removing the Machine from Storage