Toro TimeMaster 21199HD Operator's Manual

Toro TimeMaster 21199HD Operator's Manual

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TimeMaster
Model No. 21199HD—Serial No. 400000000 and Up

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 lawns
on 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.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the product model and serial
numbers in the space provided.
Important:
With your mobile device, you can
scan the QR code on the serial number decal (if
equipped) to access warranty, parts, and other
product information.
1. Model and serial number location
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.
© 2018—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
30in Lawn Mower
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Register at www.Toro.com.
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
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.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code
Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on
any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered
land unless the engine is equipped with a spark
arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in
effective working order or the engine is constructed,
equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire.
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is
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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.
Gross or 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 or J2723. As
configured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine torque on this class
of mower will be significantly lower. Please refer to
the engine manufacturer's information included with
the machine.
Original Instructions (EN)
Form No. 3421-465 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
All Rights Reserved *3421-465* A
Printed in Mexico
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or or chemicals known to the State of additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model California to cause cancer, birth defects, and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Introduction ............... 1 This machine has been designed in accordance with Safety ............... 2 ANSI B71.1-2012. General Safety ........... 2 Safety and Instructional Decals ......3 General Safety Setup ................ 5 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle....5 This product is capable of amputating hands and 2 Installing the Blade-Control Bar......
  • Page 3: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional 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 missing. decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark 1. This mark indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
  • Page 4 decal132-4470 132-4470 Traction Adjustment 1. Attention; read the 2. Scan the QR code for Operator's Manual—1) more information on Loosen the knob by turning traction adjustment. it counterclockwise; 2) Pull the cable(s) away from the engine to decrease the traction, or push the cable(s) toward the engine to increase the traction;...
  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Assembling and unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition.
  • Page 6: Installing The Blade-Control Bar

    Installing the Blade-Control Bar No Parts Required Procedure g225133 Figure 4...
  • Page 7: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Important: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine, but it does come with a bottle of oil. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil. g222533 Figure 5 Assembling the Grass Bag No Parts Required Procedure...
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories.
  • Page 9: Operation

    To ensure optimum performance and continued safety – Do not handle fuel when smoking or around an certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro open flame or sparks. replacement parts and accessories. Replacement – Do not remove the fuel cap or add fuel to the parts and accessories made by other manufacturers tank while the engine is running or hot.
  • Page 10: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    g234916 Figure 10 Install the fuel-tank cap and tighten it securely by hand. Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine.
  • Page 11: Adjusting The Handle Height

    Adjusting the Handle Height You can raise or lower the handle to a position more comfortable for you. Pull the handle-lock lever rearward to disengage the handle-lock pins (Figure 12). g191982 Figure 12 1. Handle-lock lever 3. Notches 2. Handle-lock pin (2) Rotate the handle and align the desired notch in the handle bracket to the handle-lock pins;...
  • Page 12: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    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. Note: To raise the machine, move the front and rear cutting-height levers forward; to lower the machine, move the cutting-height levers rearward.
  • Page 13: Starting The Engine

    • Use accessories and attachments approved by (if equipped), wait for all moving parts to stop, and The Toro® Company only. disconnect the wire from the spark plug before examining the machine for damage. Make all Slope Safety necessary repairs before resuming operation.
  • Page 14: Shutting Off The Engine

    Note: Use the traction-assist handle in situations when you need more control than you have with the self-propel drive alone. Shutting Off the Engine Press the toggle switch (Figure 16) to the S position and hold it until the engine shuts off. g193334 Figure 18 Disengaging the Blades...
  • Page 15: Recycling The Clippings

    While watching the bag, release the the rear-discharge chute until the latch locks into blade-control bar. place; refer to Figure Note: If the bag does not deflate within 3 seconds of releasing the blade-control bar, the blade-stop system may be deteriorating and, if ignored, could result in an unsafe operating condition.
  • Page 16: Bagging The Clippings

    Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. If the side-discharge chute is on the mower, remove it before bagging the clippings; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 17).
  • Page 17: Operating Tips

    After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn the cutting season begins. shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need • Replace the blades when necessary with Toro to make more than a single pass over the leaves. replacement blades. •...
  • Page 18: Cleaning Under The Machine

    Hauling Safety WARNING • Remove the ignition key (if equipped) before A broken or missing washout fitting could loading the machine for hauling. expose you and others to thrown objects or • Use care when loading or unloading the machine. blade contact.
  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Important: Before tipping the machine to genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. change the oil or replace the blades, allow Replacement parts and accessories made by the fuel tank to run dry through normal other manufacturers could be dangerous, and usage.
  • Page 20: Servicing The Air Filter

    Clean the air-filter body and cover using a damp WARNING rag. Keep dirt away from the air opening. Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to Install the filter onto the base. leak. Fuel is flammable, explosive, and can cause personal injury. Install the cover and screw the fastener down securely.
  • Page 21: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive. Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment (Figure 28). g017281 Figure 27 After draining the used oil, return the machine to the operating position.
  • Page 22: Servicing The Blade-Drive System

    Servicing the Blade-Drive Install the blade-drive system cover that you previously removed. System Servicing the Blades Service Interval: Every 50 hours Remove the blade-drive system cover (Figure Service Interval: Yearly 29). Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the blades properly. If you do not have a torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 23 DANGER If you allow a blade to wear, a slot will form between the sail and flat part of the blade. Eventually a piece of the blade may break off and be thrown from under the housing, possibly resulting in serious injury to you or bystanders.
  • Page 24: Checking For Bent Blades

    Replace the blades when the machine hits a solid Figure object or when a blade is out of balance or bent. Use only genuine Toro replacement blades. Use a block of wood to hold each blade steady and turn the blade bolt counterclockwise as...
  • Page 25: Installing The Blades

    Installing the Blades Install the first blade so that it is horizontal, along with all mounting hardware as shown in Figure Note: Tighten the bolt with your fingers. Important: Position the curved ends of the blades to point toward the machine housing. Be sure to nest the raised areas on each g016536 blade driver with the recesses in the head of...
  • Page 26: Storage

    Storage Start the engine again and allow it to run until it shuts off. When you can no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry. Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the Engine General Information While the engine is still warm, change the engine Perform the recommended annual maintenance oil;...
  • Page 27 Notes:...

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