Toro 20052 User manual

Operator’s Manual
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The Toro Company, Attn: Parts Dept., 8111 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420–1196.
Domestic English (EN)
FORM NO. 3322–252
E24 and E36
CarefreeCordless
Walk Power Mower
Model No. 20052–9900001 & Up
Model No. 20648–9900001 & Up
Model No. 20650–9900001 & Up

The Toro Company – 1999
All Rights Reserved
Printed in USA
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Contents
Page
Introduction 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe Operating Practices 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Operation 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
While Operating 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance And Storage 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety and Instruction Decals 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assembly 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Handle 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Side Discharge Chute 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Starting 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging Battery 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Secure Extension Cord 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Power Status 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Key 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting/Stopping Instructions 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Circuit Breaker 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mowing Tips 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Height-of-Cut 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Blade 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Disposal 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing Double-insulated Mower 18. . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing “On/Off” and Blade Brake System 18. . . .
Storage 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranty Back Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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).
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Figure 1
1. Model and serial number engraved in mower housing
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.
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.
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.

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Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
This machine meets or exceeds CPSC blade safety
requirements for walk-behind rotary mowers and the
B71.1 specifications of the American National
Standards Institute, in effect at time of production.
However, improper use or maintenance by the
operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce the
potential for injury, comply with these safety
instructions and always pay attention to the safety alert
symbol which means CAUTION, WARNING or
DANGER—“personal safety instruction.” Failure to
comply with the instruction may result in personal
injury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and personal injury when using electric lawn mowers,
always follow these basic safety precautions.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS MOWER
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
Safe Operating Practices
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to
avoid serious injury or death.
This mower is designed for cutting and mulching grass or,
when equipped with a grass bag, for catching cut grass.
Any use for purposes other than these could prove
dangerous to user or bystanders.
General Operation
1. Read this manual carefully before operating the
mower. Become familiar with the controls and proper
use of the mower. Never allow children under 16 years
of age to operate the mower. Never allow adults to
operate mower without proper instructions.
2. The operator of the mower is responsible for keeping
everyone, especially children and pets, away from area
of operation. The operator is responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
3. Thoroughly inspect area where mower will be used
and remove sticks, stones, wire, and debris that could
be picked up and thrown by mower. Watch for foreign
objects while mowing. Objects struck by the lawn
mower blade can cause severe injuries to persons.
4. Wear long pants and substantial shoes. Do not operate
mower while wearing open-toed shoes, jewelry, loose
clothing or when barefoot. Use of rubber gloves and
footwear is recommended when working outdoors.
5. Keep all guards, shields, safety devices, side discharge
chute or optional grass catcher in place. Repair or
replace damaged parts, including decals. Never tamper
with safety devices. Check their proper operation
regularly.
6. The motor and blade are designed to stop within 3
seconds after releasing the control bail. Ensure that the
control bail functions properly before each use of
mower. If the blade does not stop within 3 seconds, or
if there is a grinding or scraping metal-to-metal noise
when the control bail is released, contact your local
Authorized Toro Service Dealer for proper “On/Off”
and blade brake adjustment or replacement.
7. Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade fasteners and cutter assembly are not
worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades
and fasteners in sets to preserve balance.
8. Only use those accessories and attachments designed
to be used with this product. Use of any accessory or
attachment not designed for this product may increase
the risk of injury.
While Operating
1. Do not insert key into plug receptacle until you are
ready to mow.
2. Do not operate mower in gaseous, explosive
atmospheres. Normal sparking of motor could ignite
fumes.
3. Start the motor carefully according to instructions and
with feet well away from the blade.
4. Use Right Appliance – Do not use mower for any job
except that for which it is intended.
5. Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Do not operate
mower when tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication.
6. Be alert and turn mower off if children enter the area.
7. Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
8. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
The operator could lose footing or balance.

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9. Avoid dangerous environments. Never operate mower
in wet grass. or damp locations. Do not use mower in
the rain.
10.Always maintain secure footing. Keep a firm grip on
the handle and walk; never run. Mow only in daylight
or in good artificial light.
11. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
Use extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes. Wear
skid resistant shoes on slopes.
12.Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
13.Do not force the mower. It operates best and safest at
the rate for which it was designed.
14.Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation to protect eyes from foreign objects that may
be thrown from the machine. (Regular eyeglasses are
not safety glasses.)
15.Always wear an approved dust mask when using unit
in dusty conditions.
16.Keep face, hands, and feet away from the mower
housing and cutter blade when the motor is running.
Blade can cause injury to hands and feet. Stay behind
the handle until the motor stops.
17.Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
mower toward you. Before and while moving
backwards, look behind and down for small children.
18.Since the blade rotates for a few seconds after the
control bar is released, stay behind the handle until all
moving parts stop.
19.After striking a foreign object or if mower vibrates
abnormally, stop motor and disconnect extension cord.
Check mower for damage and make all repairs before
using mower again. If major repairs are ever needed or
if assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized
TORO Service Dealer.
20.Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or
damaged in any way. Repair any damage before
operating mower.
21.Stop the motor, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
disconnect extension cord from mower before
adjusting the height-of-cut.
22.Stop the motor when pushing the mower outside the
lawn area.
23.Stop the motor and remove the key from the plug
before removing side discharge chute or optional
grass catcher.
24.Stop motor before leaving the operator’s
position—behind the handle. Disconnect extension
cord from mower if mower will be unattended.
25.If mower must be lifted to be transported, stop motor,
stay behind the handle until all moving parts stop and
remove key from the plug receptacle.
Maintenance And Storage
1. Perform only those maintenance instructions described
in this manual. If major repairs are ever needed or if
assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized
TORO Service Dealer.
2. Before mower is cleaned, inspected, serviced, or
adjusted, stop motor and wait for all moving parts to
stop. Remove key from plug.
3. Do not charge lawn mower in rain or in wet locations.
4. To prevent electric shock while charging, repair or
replace any damaged electrical cords immediately.
Note: The extension cord is only needed to recharge the
battery. It is not used for mowing with the mower.
5. Don’t abuse extension cord while charging. Do not
yank cord to remove it from plug receptacle. Keep
cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
6. When replacing batteries, all batteries should be
replaced at the same time. Mixing fresh and
discharged batteries could increase internal cell
pressure and rupture the battery(ies).
7. When inserting the batteries into this product, the
proper polarity or direction must be observed. Reverse
insertion of batteries can result in burned wires, sparks,
leakage or explosion of batteries.
8. Remove key before servicing, cleaning, or removing
material from the lawn mower.
9. Use only replacement battery(ies) of approved type
and size.
10.Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire; the cell
may explode. Check with local codes for special
disposal instructions.
11. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the
eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
12.Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short
the battery (contact both positive and negative battery
posts) with conducting materials such as rings,
bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may
overheat and cause burns.
13.To ensure the mower is in safe operating condition,
frequently check and keep all nuts, bolts, and screws
tight. Ensure blade bolt is tightened to 35-40 ft–lb
(48-54 Nm).

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14.Always keep a sharp blade on your mower. When
servicing blade, refer to blade maintenance section for
correct installation and servicing procedures. Use
identical replacement blades only.
15.To reduce fire hazard, keep motor free of excessive
grass, leaves, and accumulations of dirt.
16.Check optional grass catcher bag frequently for wear
or deterioration. Replace with a new bag when worn
or damaged for your protection.
17.When not in use, remove key and store mower indoors
in a dry, locked-up place out of the reach of children.
Allow motor to cool before storing in an enclosure.
18.At the time of manufacture, the mower conformed to
the safety standards in effect for rotary mowers. To
assure best performance and continued safety
certification of the mower, use genuine TORO
replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts
and accessories made by other manufacturers may
result in non–conformance with the safety standards,
and that could be dangerous.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
Safety and Instruction Decals
Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any
area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.
ON KEY
ON CONTROL PANEL
ON REAR OF MOWER
ON MULCH PLUG
ON MULCH PLUG

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Assembly
IMPORTANT: Do not connect extension cord to
mower until mower is fully assembled. Also, always
unplug extension cord from mower when adding or
switching attachments.
Install Handle
IMPORTANT: Control cable must be over, not under,
handles (Fig. 2).
CORRECT ROUTING
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INCORRECT ROUTING
Figure 2
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•Excessive pulling on control cable may cause
mower to start. When mower is operating,
blade is rotating.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•Contact with rotating mower blade could cause
serious personal injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Do not lift mower by control cable or pull
excessively on cable.
1. Lift control cable above holes in rear of shroud.
2. Lower Handle – Slide ends of lower handle into holes
in shroud.
If handle stops before screw holes are aligned in center
of shroud openings, push down on lower handle
section while pushing tubes into holes in shroud
(Fig. 3). Push tubes in until screw holes are centered in
shroud openings.
Secure ends of lower handle with two screws.
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Figure 3
1. Lower handle

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3. Upper Handle (Fig. 4) – Handle height is adjustable to
three different heights for operator comfort. Stand
behind mower to gauge height. Position ends of upper
handle on outside of lower handle. Select one set of
upper handle holes and align with lower handle holes.
Secure handles in place with bolts and knobs.
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5
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6
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Figure 4
1. Upper handle
2. Lower handle
3. Screw (2)
4. Bolt (2)
5. Knob (2)
6. Control cable
4. If handles are in highest height position, use clip to
attach cable to left side of lower handle tube (Fig. 5).
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Figure 5
1. Clip
If handles are in lowest height position, use clip to
attach cable to right side of lower handle tube (Fig. 6).
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Figure 6
1. Clip

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Install Side Discharge Chute
1. Use handle on mulch door to raise door (Fig. 7).
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Figure 7
1. Mulch door 2. Handle
2. Hook side discharge chute onto pegs (Fig. 8 & 9).
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Figure 8
1. Peg (2)
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Figure 9
1. Side discharge chute
3. Lower mulch door on top of side discharge chute
(Fig. 10).
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Figure 10

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Before Starting
Charging Battery
It takes approximately 12–16 hours to charge a fully
discharged battery. Charge the battery after every use.
If the battery is not recharged after every use, the
battery life will be shortened. Recharge even if mower
is only run for a few minutes. This battery does not
have a “memory.”
Note: The battery is charged at the factory. However,
before using mower the first time, it is necessary to
recharge battery and ensure it has a full charge before
operating.
To charge battery:
1. Always charge mower in a dry area protected from the
weather. Also, keep mower away from water and any
flammable substances.
2. If key is in plug receptacle, remove it (Fig. 11).
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Figure 11
1. Key 2. Plug
3. Insert extension cord into the plug receptacle and
connect other end of extension cord to a normal 120
volt household outlet (Fig. 12). Refer to Securing
Extension Cord, page 9.
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Figure 12
4. The three vertical LED lights on the control panel will
indicate the charging status (Fig. 13). Refer to the
Charging Chart, page 9, for a summary of the LED
lights.
The red light on the control panel will begin to flash to
indicate battery is present and is ready to charge.
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3
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Figure 13
1. Red light
2. Yellow light
3. Green light
4. Empty box
5. Half full box
6. Full box
5. After a few minutes, the red light will stop flashing
and become a steady red. This indicates the battery is
charging.
6. When the battery is almost fully charged, the red light
will go out and the green light will go on. The red and
green light will alternately turn on and off. When the
green light is on more than the red light, the battery is
fully charged.
IMPORTANT: Your mower has been designed to be
safe if left continually on charge for extended periods
of time. It is recommended that the battery be left
continually on charge when it is not in use during the
mowing season. During the non-mowing season, the
mower can be unplugged and stored if the battery is
fully charged.
Note: When the mower is left on charge, it is normal for
the red and green lights to alternately turn on and off.

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LED CHARGING LIGHTS CHART
Charging Status Red Green Yellow
Pre-charge qualification – charger testing battery
condition/trickle charging battery. Trickle charge can
last from minutes to hours.
blinking off off
Battery charging on off off
Battery charged off on off
Battery absent or defective off off on
Charging fault – charger malfunctioning not applicable not applicable on
Charge pending – temperature too hot or cold to
charge not applicable not applicable blinking
Secure Extension Cord
Use only a UL listed (CSA certified in Canada) extension
cord.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•Contact with water while operating unit could
cause electric shock.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•Electric shock can cause injury or death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Don’t handle plug or mower with wet hands or
while standing in water.
•Use only a UL listed (CSA certified in Canada)
extension cord.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this mower has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) (Fig. 14)
and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The
polarized extension cord receptacle will fit onto the
mower plug only one way. If the extension cord receptacle
does not fit fully onto the mower plug, reverse the cord
receptacle. If the cord receptacle still does not fit, obtain a
correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension
cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. The
extension cord plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet
only one way. If the cord plug does not fit fully into the
wall outlet, reverse the cord plug. If the cord plug still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper wall outlet. Do not change the mower plug,
extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any
way.
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Figure 14
1. Wide blade

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7. Insert extension cord receptacle onto mower plug
(Fig. 15).
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Figure 15
Note: Do not unplug extension cord by pulling on cord.
To unplug, grasp the cord ends, not the cord.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•The electrical cord could be damaged.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•A damaged electrical cord could cause a shock
or fire.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Thoroughly inspect electrical cord before
charging unit. If cord is damaged, do not
charge unit. Replace or repair damaged cord
immediately. Contact your TORO service
dealer for assistance.
Battery Power Status
The three horizontal LED lights at the top of the control
panel indicate approximately how much charge is left in
the battery while the mower is in operation (Fig. 13). The
lights are only accurate when the mower is operating and
cutting grass. The following is an explanation of the
symbols under the battery power status LED lights:
Full Box – Battery is between 50%–100% charged.
Half Full Box – Battery is between 5%–50% charged.
Empty Box – Battery has less than 5% charge left and
should be recharged.
IMPORTANT: The battery’s life will be shortened if
mower is run after battery lights have turned off. Do
not continue to mow. Recharge battery.

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Operation
This mower is intended for residential use only.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•When key is in plug receptacle, mower is
operational. Someone could accidentally start
the mower.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•Accidental starting of mower could seriously
injure you or other bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Always remove key from plug receptacle when
leaving mower unattended, even for a short
period of time.
Key
The mower will only operate when key is fully seated in
plug receptacle (Fig. 16). To prevent accidental starting or
unauthorized use of mower, always remove key from plug
receptacle when leaving mower unattended. The key has a
tab with a hole in it to allow key to be hung from a nail,
out of the reach of children. Read warning label on key.
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Figure 16
1. Key 2. Circuit breaker button
Starting/Stopping Instructions
To Start Motor
1. Push mower onto a flat concrete or asphalt surface.
Note: Starting mower in thick grass could cause mower to
clog.
2. Insert key fully into plug receptacle (Fig. 16).
3. Pull control bar toward handle while pushing down
slide on control (Fig. 17).
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Figure 17
1. Control bar 2. Slide pushed down

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4. Squeeze control bar to handle (Fig. 18).
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Figure 18
1. Control bar
Note: Keep mower running when turning mower. Turning
mower off when making a turn does not save battery
energy.
To Stop Motor
1. Release control bar.
2. Remove key from plug receptacle if mower will be
unattended for any period of time. Hang key in a high
place out of reach of children.
3. Always charge battery immediately after each use
of mower. If battery is not charged after each use,
battery life will be shortened. See Charging Battery
in Before Starting section.
IMPORTANT: Your mower has been designed to be
safe if left continually on charge for extended periods
of time. It is recommended that the battery be left
continually on charge when it is not in use during the
mowing season. During the non-mowing season, the
mower can be unplugged and stored if the battery is
fully charged.
Circuit Breaker
If mower is run under too much load, the circuit breaker
will trip. Follow these instructions to reset circuit breaker.
IMPORTANT: Never reset circuit breaker when key is
in receptacle and control bar is squeezed to handle.
1. Remove key from plug receptacle (Fig. 19).
2. Wait 30 seconds to 1 minute before pushing in circuit
breaker button (Fig. 19).
3. Reinstall key in plug receptacle.
4. Resume cutting under less load.
If circuit breaker repeatedly trips, raise the height-of-cut
or side discharge.
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Figure 19
1. Key 2. Circuit breaker button

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Mowing Tips
Battery Run Time
With a battery powered lawn mower, the condition of the
grass and the way that you mow the grass will affect the
how long the battery will run on a single charge at each
mowing.
The following are some things that will affect battery run
time:
•Moisture content of grass – The more moisture there is
in the grass, the faster the battery will run down.
•Walking/mowing speed – The faster you walk, the
faster the battery will run down.
•Mode of operation – Mulching grass requires the most
battery energy. Bagging requires the second highest
amount of battery energy and side discharging uses the
least.
•Height-of-cut setting – If you are experiencing
problems with the battery running down too fast, try
raising the height-of-cut setting one notch.
General Mulching Tips
Your mower is designed to mulch grass when the mulch
door is completely closed (Fig. 20). Follow these
instructions whether cutting grass or leaves for the best
cutting results and lawn appearance:
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Figure 20
1. Mulch door 2. Handle
•Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting season.
Periodically file down nicks on blade.
•Only mow dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves
tend to clump on yard and may cause mower to plug or
motor to stall. They may also be slippery to walk on
and could cause you to slip and fall.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•Wet grass or leaves can cause you to slip and
contact blade.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•Blade contact can seriously injure you.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Mow only in dry conditions.
•Clean clippings or leaves from underside of mower
deck after each mowing.
•Grass grows at different rates at different times of the
year. In the heat of summer, it is generally best to cut
grass at the 2!/2”, 3” or 3!/2” height-of-cut settings.
Only about !/3of the grass blade should be cut off.
Cutting below the 2!/2”setting is not recommended
unless grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass
growth begins to slow down.
•When changing height-of-cut from the established
setting (ex. 2!/2”, 3” or 3!/2”) to a lower height, the
grass may appear ragged or uneven until the grass
adjusts to the new established height-of-cut and
regains its normal appearance.
•When cutting grass over six inches tall, you may want
to first mow using the side discharge chute or try the
highest height-of-cut setting and a slower walking
speed; then mow again at a lower setting for best lawn
appearance. If grass is too long and leaves clumps on
top of lawn, mower may plug and cause motor to stall.
•Alternate mowing direction. This helps disperse
clippings over lawn for even fertilization.
If the finished cut lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try
one or more of the following:
•Sharpen the blade.
•Walk at a slower pace while mowing.
•Raise the height-of-cut setting on your mower.
•Cut grass more frequently.
•Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath
with each pass.
•Set height-of-cut on front wheels one notch lower than
rear wheels. (example: set front wheels at 2 inch
setting and rear wheels at 2.5 inch setting)

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Cutting Leaves
•When cutting is complete, always be sure that 50% of
the lawn shows through the cut leaf cover. This may
require one or more passes over the leaves.
•For light leaf coverage, position all wheels at the same
height-of-cut setting.
•Walk at a slower mowing speed if leaves are not being
cut up finely enough to be hidden down in the grass.
•If you cut up a lot of oak leaves, you might want to
add lime to your grass in the spring. Lime reduces the
acidity of oak leaves.
Adjusting Height-of-Cut
The mower has five height-of-cut adjustments: 1!/2”, 2”,
2!/2”, 3” and 3!/2”. The rear adjustment lever adjusts the
height-of-cut for both rear wheels, and the front
adjustment lever adjusts both front wheels.
DANGER
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•Adjusting height-of-cut levers could bring
hands into contact with moving blade.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•Contact with blade could cause serious personal
injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Stop motor, disconnect extension cord from
mower and wait for all moving parts to stop
before changing the height-of-cut.
•Do not put fingers under housing to lift mower
when adjusting height-of-cut levers.
1. Stop motor and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Disconnect extension cord from mower.
2. For easier adjustment, lift housing up so wheels are off
ground. Do not place hands under deck to lift
housing. Squeeze adjustment lever toward wheel and
move lever to desired setting (Fig. 21). Ensure pin on
adjustment lever engages notch in mower housing.
Adjust all wheels to the same setting.
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Figure 21
1. Height-of-cut adjustment lever
Note: For easier adjustment of rear wheels, grasp lower
handle with one hand and lift up mower slightly so wheel
is off ground. Then squeeze adjustment handle toward
wheel.
Maintenance
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•When extension cord is connected to mower
and plugged into a normal household outlet, the
mower is operational. Someone could
accidentally start the mower.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•Accidental starting of mower could seriously
injure you or other bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Always remove extension cord from mower
receptacle when leaving mower unattended,
even for a short period of time.

EN–15
Cleaning
Before cleaning mower, stop motor, wait for all moving
parts to stop, and disconnect extension cord from mower.
IMPORTANT: Do not clean mower with a garden
hose. Moisture can be trapped in mower and may
cause corrosion of internal parts.
After Every Use
•Clean the underside of the mower housing. Be
particularly careful to keep the front cavity clear of all
debris (Fig. 22). Remove dirt and grass clippings with
a hardwood scraper. Avoid burrs and sharp edges.
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Figure 22
1. Front cavity
•Brush all debris off top of mower housing.
Once A Year
•Remove top shroud (Fig. 23) and clean out any debris
underneath it with compressed air, a vacuum cleaner
or a brush.
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Figure 23
1. Screw (4) 2. Shroud
IMPORTANT: Do not use metal objects to clean
around battery. If metal objects contact the positive
and negative posts at the same time, this could short
the battery. The battery or conductor may overheat
and cause burns.
•Check for any discolored or charred wires or switch
contacts. If any are damaged, see your Authorized
Toro Service Dealer for repairs.
Blade
Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts
cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades
like a dull blade.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•Motor could be started by someone
accidentally.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•Accidental starting of motor could cause
serious injury to operator or bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Do not attempt to inspect, remove or replace
blade without first disconnecting extension cord
from the mower.

EN–16
1. Stop motor and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Disconnect extension cord from mower.
2. Tip mower on its side (Fig. 24).
3. EXAMINING BLADE – Carefully examine blade for
sharpness and wear, especially where flat and curved
parts meet (Fig. 24A). Since sand and abrasive
material can wear away the metal that connects the flat
and curved parts of the blade, check blade before using
the mower. If a slot or wear is noticed (Fig. 24B &
24C), replace blade. Refer to step 4.
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1
1
1
2
3
4
A
B
C
Figure 24
1. Sail
2. Flat part of blade 3. Wear 4. Slot formed
Note: For best performance, install new blade before
cutting season begins. During the year, file down small
nicks to maintain the cutting edge.
DANGER
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•A worn or damaged blade could break and a
piece of blade could be thrown in operator’s or
bystander’s direction.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•A thrown piece of blade could cause serious
personal injury or death to operator or
bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Inspect blade periodically for wear or damage.
•Replace a worn or damaged blade.
4. REMOVING BLADE–Grasp end of blade using a rag
or thickly padded glove. Remove blade bolt, washer
and blade (Fig. 25).
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1
2
3
Figure 25
1. Blade bolt
2. Washer 3. Blade
5. SHARPENING BLADE – Using a file, sharpen top
side of blade and maintain original cutting angle
(Fig. 26). The blade will remain balanced if same
amount of material is removed from both cutting
edges.
IMPORTANT: Check balance of blade by putting it on
a blade balancer. An inexpensive balancer can be
purchased at a hardware store. A balanced blade stays
in a horizontal position and an unbalanced blade settles
to the heavy side. If blade is not balanced, file more
metal off cutting edge on heavy end of blade.
153
1
Figure 26
1. Sharpen at this angle only
6. Reinstall sharp, balanced blade, washer and blade bolt.
Sail part of blade must point toward top of mower
housing to ensure correct installation. Washer is
curved and must be reinstalled with curve side down
as shown in (Fig. 25). Tighten blade bolt to 35-40 ft-lb
(48-54 Nm).

EN–17
Battery Disposal
Battery Removal
1. Remove four screws from shroud (Fig. 23). Remove
shroud.
2. Move control panel out of the way.
3. Remove screw from battery hold-down strap 24 volt
models (Fig. 27) or (Fig. 28) 36 volt models.
4. Disconnect positive and negative wires from battery
terminals.
5. The bottom of the battery pack is secured with tape to
mower housing. Rock battery pack to free batteries
from tape.
2
43
1
m–2902
24 volt — Models
A
Figure 27
1. Screw (4)
2. Battery hold down strap 3. Battery pack 4. Jumper wire
2
4
3
1
m-3050
36 volt — Models
B
Figure 28
1. Screw (4)
2. Battery hold down strap 3. Battery pack 4. Jumper wire
Disposing of Battery
DO NOT PLACE USED BATTERIES IN YOUR
REGULAR TRASH!
THIS SEALED LEAD (ACID) BATTERY MUST BE
COLLECTED, RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF IN
AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND MANNER.
The incineration, land filling or mixing of sealed lead
(acid) batteries with the municipal solid waste stream is
PROHIBITED BY LAW in some areas.
Return this battery to a federal or state approved sealed
lead (acid) battery recycler. This may be where you
purchased the battery.
Contact your local waste management officials for other
information regarding the environmentally sound
collection, recycling and disposal of this battery.

EN–18
Servicing Double-insulated
Mower
In a double-insulated mower, two systems of insulation
are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is
provided on a double-insulated mower, nor should a
means for grounding be added to the mower. Servicing a
double-insulated mower requires extreme care and
knowledge of the system, and should be done only by
qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a
double-insulated mower must be identical to the parts they
replace. A double-insulated mower is marked with the
words “DOUBLE INSULATION” or “DOUBLE
INSULATED.” The symbol (square within a square)
may also be marked on the mower.
Servicing “On/Off” and Blade
Brake System
The motor and blade are designed to stop within 3 seconds
after releasing the control bail. Ensure that the control bail
functions properly before each use of mower. If the blade
does not stop within 3 seconds, or if there is a grinding or
scraping metal-to-metal noise when the control bail is
released, contact your local Authorized Toro Service
Dealer for proper “On/Off” and blade brake adjustment or
replacement.
Storage
Store mower in a cool, clean, dry place. Cover mower to
keep it clean and protected.
1. Clean mower housing. See Cleaning section in
Maintenance chapter.
2. Remove grass clippings, dirt and grime from external
parts of the shrouding and top of mower housing.
3. Check condition of blade. See Blade section in
Maintenance chapter.
4. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
5. Your mower has been designed to be safe if left
continually on charge for extended periods of time. It
is recommended that the battery be left continually on
charge when it is not in use during the mowing season.
During the non-mowing season, the mower can be
unplugged and stored if the battery is fully charged.

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