Toro 20200 Adjusting the Handle Height, Starting the Engine, Standard Model, Electric-start Model

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Adjusting the Handle Height

You can raise or lower the handle to a position more comfortable for you.

1.Pull the handle-lock lever rearward to disengage the handle-lock pins (Figure 16).

Figure 15

Rear cutting-height lever

1.

1 inch (2.5 cm)

5.

3 inches (7.6 cm))

2.

1-1/2 inches (3.8 cm)

6.

3-1/2 inches (8.9 cm))

3.

2 inches (5.1 cm)

7.

4 inches (10.2 cm)

4.2-1/2 inches (6.4 cm)

Figure 16

1. Handle-lock lever

3. Notches

2.Handle-lock pin (2)

2.Rotate the handle and align the desired notch in the handle bracket to the handle-lock pins; refer to Figure 16.

3.Release the handle-lock lever to secure the handle in place.

Starting the Engine

Standard Model

Pull the recoil handle slowly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply. Allow the rope to return to the engine slowly.

Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

Electric-start Model

You can start the engine on an electric-start model by using either the ignition key or the recoil-start handle.

Ignition Key: Turn and hold the ignition key to the Start position (Figure 17); when the engine starts, release the key.

Important: Do not attempt to start the engine with the blade-control bar engaged; otherwise, you may blow the fuse.

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20199, 20200 specifications

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