Toro TimeMaster 21200 Operator's Manual

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TimeMaster
Model No. 21199—Serial No. 402082000 and Up
Model No. 21200—Serial No. 402082000 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.
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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.
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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.
© 2017—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
30in Lawn Mower
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Register at www.Toro.com.
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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.
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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.
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
Original Instructions (EN)
Form No. 3418-853 Rev A
Operator's Manual
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Safety-alert symbol
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    This product contains a chemical additional information, contact an Authorized Service or chemicals known to the State of 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

    the engine manufacturer’s information included with Preparing the Engine ........33 the machine. Removing the Machine from Storage ....33 Contents Introduction ............... 1 Safety ............... 3 General Safety ........... 3 Safety and Instructional Decals ......3 Setup ................ 6 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle....
  • Page 3: Safety

    Safety • Do not operate the machine without all guards and other safety protective devices in place and working on the machine. This machine has been designed in accordance with • Keep bystanders and children a safe distance ANSI B71.1-2012. away from the machine.
  • Page 4 decal108-9751 108-9751 decal131-4514b 131-4514 Electric-Start Model Only 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 1. Engine—stop (shut off) 3. Engine—start 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower 2. Engine—run blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place. 3.
  • Page 5 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 6: Setup

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. Important: To prevent accidental starting, do not insert the key into the electric-start ignition (if equipped) until you are ready to start the engine. Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure...
  • Page 7 Installing the Blade-Control Bar No Parts Required Procedure g225133 Figure 4...
  • Page 8: 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 9: Charging The Battery

    Product Overview Charging the Battery No Parts Required Procedure Electric-Start Model Only Refer to Charging the Battery (page 26). g191969 Figure 7 1. Side-discharge deflector 9. Ignition switch (electric-start model only) or toggle switch (standard model only) 2. Spark plug 10.
  • Page 10: Operation

    Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety signs. • Check that all guards and safety devices, such as deflectors and/or grass catcher, are in place and working properly.
  • Page 11: Filling The Fuel Tank

    – Store fuel in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children. • Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. –...
  • Page 12: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    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. g222533 Figure 11...
  • Page 13: 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 14: 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 15: Starting The Engine

    Stop the machine and inspect the blades after Use accessories and attachments approved by striking an object or if there is an abnormal The Toro® Company only. vibration in the machine. Make all necessary repairs before resuming operation. Slope Safety •...
  • Page 16 g234919 Figure 15...
  • Page 17: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    • Recoil-Start Handle: Turn the ignition key to the R position (A of Figure 16). Important: Do not attempt to start the engine with the blade-control bar engaged; otherwise, you may blow the fuse (B of Figure 16). Pull the recoil handle slowly to the rear until you feel resistance, then pull sharply (C of Figure 16).
  • Page 18: Engaging The Blades

    When the engine shuts off, remove the ignition key and take it with you when you leave the machine (B of Figure 18). g193334 Figure 21 Disengaging the Blades Release the blade-control bar (Figure 22). g234920 Figure 19 g193345 Figure 22 Engaging the Blades Important: When you release the blade-control...
  • Page 19: Checking The Blade-Stop System Operation

    Checking the Blade-Stop Note: If the newspaper ball did not go under the machine, repeat steps through 10. System Operation If the newspaper is unravelled or shredded, the blades did not stop properly, which could result Service Interval: Before each use or daily in an unsafe operating condition.
  • Page 20: 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 21).
  • Page 21: Operating Tips

    – Raise the cutting height on your machine. the cutting season begins. – Cut the grass more frequently. • Replace the blades when necessary with Toro – Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full replacement blades. swath with each pass.
  • Page 22: After Operation

    Cleaning under the Machine After Operation Service Interval: Before each use or daily After Operation Safety Move the machine to a level surface. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. General Safety Lower the machine to its lowest cutting-height •...
  • Page 23 WARNING A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you and others to thrown objects or blade contact. Contact with a blade or thrown debris can cause injury or death. • Replace a broken or missing washout fitting immediately, before using the machine again.
  • Page 24: Maintenance

    • To ensure optimum performance and continued 1. Spark-plug wire safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by After performing the maintenance procedure(s), other manufacturers could be dangerous, and connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug.
  • Page 25: Servicing The Air Filter

    Note: usage. If you must tip the machine prior to Do not brush or blow dirt from the running out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump outside of the filter; either forces dirt into the to remove the fuel. Always tip the machine fibers.
  • Page 26: Charging The Battery

    Tip the machine onto its side (so that the air WARNING filter is up) to drain the used oil from the oil-fill tube (Figure 30). CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
  • Page 27: Replacing The Fuse

    Install the cover onto the battery. Removing the Old Battery Note: Ensure that the cover fits properly over Contact an Authorized Toro Parts Dealer to the wire harness. obtain a replacement battery. Install the rear door and handle-lock-lever Remove the belt cover; refer to step assembly onto the machine.
  • Page 28: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Adjusting the Self-Propel Servicing the Blade-Drive Drive System Service Interval: Every 50 hours Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the Remove the blade-drive system cover (Figure self-propel drive. 35). Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment (Figure...
  • Page 29: Servicing The Blades

    Install the blade-drive system cover that you previously removed. Servicing the Blades Service Interval: Yearly 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 30: Checking For Bent Blades

    Checking for Bent Blades DANGER If you allow a blade to wear, a slot will Rotate the blades to the position shown in form between the sail and flat part of the Figure 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 31: Removing The Blades

    Figure object or when a blade is out of balance or bent. Use only genuine Toro replacement blades. Note: Use a block of wood to hold each blade steady Tighten the bolt with your fingers.
  • Page 32: Storage

    Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. General Information Perform the recommended annual maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance (page 24). Clean under the machine housing; refer to g016536 Cleaning under the Machine (page 22). Figure 43 Remove chaff, dirt, and grime from the external 1.
  • Page 33: The Engine Manufacturer's Information Included With Preparing The Engine

    Preparing the Engine While the engine is still warm, change the engine oil; refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 25). Disconnect the wire from the spark plug and remove the ignition key (electric-start model only). Remove the spark plug. Using an oil can, add about 30 ml (1 fl oz), of motor oil to the engine through the spark-plug hole.
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