22in Recycler - Lawn Mower with SmartStow - Operator's Manual

Nov 4, 2026

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Operator’s manual for the 22in Recycler walk-behind lawn mower with SmartStow. Provides intended residential use guidance, emphasizes safe operation and maintenance to prevent injury and product damage, and explains the responsibility of the operator. Includes instructions for locating model/serial numbers, understanding safety-alert terminology, and complying with California and other emissions-related requirements. Covers manual organization and directs users to sections on setup, operation, and maintenance.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryTechnology

FormatPDF

Pages20

Reading Time50 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction

Safety

General Safety

Safety and Instructional Decals

Setup

Unfolding the Handle

Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope Guide

Filling the Engine with Oil

Assembling the Grass Bag

Product Overview

Operation

Before Operation

During Operation

After Operation

Maintenance

Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)

Maintenance Safety

Preparing for Maintenance

Form No. 3399-535 Rev A 22in Recycler® Lawn Mower with SmartStow® Model No. 20340—Serial No. 316000001 and Up Operator's Manual Replacement [parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer or at www.shoptoro.com](parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer or at www.shoptoro.com). Introduction This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is intended to be used by residential homeowners. It is designed primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawnson residential properties. It is not designed for cutting brush or for agricultural uses. Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage. You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product. Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product. Figure 1 1. Model and serial number plate Write the product model and serial numbers in the space below: Model No. Serial No. This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol (Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions. Figure 2 1. Safety alert symbol This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention. | WARNING | | --- | | CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning This product contains a chemical or chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. 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 spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California 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 . The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for information regarding the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance, and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through the engine manufacturer. Net Torque The gross or net torque of this engine was laboratory rated by the engine manufacturer in accordance with the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1940 . As configured to meet © 2015—The Toro® Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington, MN 55420 Register [at www.Toro.com](at www.Toro.com). Original Instructions (EN) Printed in the USA All Rights Reserved *3399-535* A safety, emission, and operating requirements, the actual engine torque on this class of mower will be significantly lower. Contents Introduction .................................................................. 1 Safety ........................................................................... 2 General Safety......................................................... 2 Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 3 Setup ............................................................................ 4 1 Unfolding the Handle ............................................ 4 2 Installing the Recoil-Starter Rope in the Rope Guide ................................................................. 5 3 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 5 4 Assembling the Grass Bag .....................

FAQs

What is the intended use of this lawn mower?

It is intended for residential homeowners to cut grass on well-maintained lawn properties and is not designed for cutting brush or for agricultural uses.

Where can I find the model and serial numbers?

Use Figure 1 to locate the model and serial number plate on the product, then write the numbers in the provided space.

What do the manual’s warning and note labels mean?

The safety alert symbol identifies hazards that may cause serious injury or death, while the manual uses “Important” for special mechanical information and “Note” for general information worthy of attention.

Nov 4, 2026

Uploaded by Tirek