Toro 20199 Operator's Manual

Toro 20199 Operator's Manual

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TimeMaster 30in Lawn Mower
Model No. 20199—Serial No. 314200001 and Up
Model No. 20200—Serial No. 314200001 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. Figure 1 identifies the location of the
model and serial numbers on the product.
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.
© 2014—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
G017280
Figure 1
Register at www.Toro.com.
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 other 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.
For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross
horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the engine
manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1940. As configured
to meet safety, emission, and operating requirements, the
actual engine horsepower on this class of lawn mower will
be significantly lower.
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3385-131* A
Printed in the USA
Form No. 3385-131 Rev A
Operator's Manual
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. WARNING You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register CALIFORNIA your product. Proposition 65 Warning...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Read and understand the contents of this manual before you start the engine. Introduction ..............1 The safety alert symbol (Figure 2) is used to alert you to General Operation ..........2 potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages Slope Operation ............
  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    Toro equipment, count on Toro • Never refuel the machine indoors. genuine parts. When it comes to reliability, Toro delivers replacement parts designed to the exact engineering • Never store the machine or fuel container where there is specifications of our equipment.
  • Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Hauling • Use full-width ramps for loading the machine into a trailer or truck. • Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a • trailer or truck. Tie the machine down securely using straps, chains, cable, or ropes. Both the front and the rear straps should be directed down and outward from the machine.
  • Page 5: Setup

    104-7953 Electric-start model only 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual for information on charging the battery; contains lead; do not discard. 2. Read the Operator's Manual. Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. G016547 Assembling the Handle Figure 3 1.
  • Page 6: Installing The Blade-Control Bar

    Installing the Blade-control Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required No Parts Required Procedure Procedure Important: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine. Before starting the engine, fill the engine Install the blade-control bar into the upper handle (Figure 5). with oil.
  • Page 7: Charging The Battery

    Product Overview Figure 7 1. The oil level is too low; 3. The oil level is correct. add oil to the crankcase. 2. The oil level is too high; remove oil from the crankcase. • If the oil level is too low, slowly pour a small amount of oil into the oil-fill tube, wait 3 minutes, and repeat steps 3 through 5 until the oil level on the dipstick is correct as shown in Figure 7.
  • Page 8: Operation

    Operation Filling the Fuel Tank DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or machine directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
  • Page 9: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    5. Read the oil level on the dipstick (Figure 13). Figure 13 1/4 inch (6 mm) 1. The oil level is too low; 3. The oil level is correct. add oil to the crankcase. 2. The oil level is too high; remove oil from the crankcase.
  • Page 10: Adjusting The Handle Height

    Adjusting the Handle Height You can raise or lower the handle to a position more comfortable for you. 1. Lift the handle slightly and pull the handle-lock lever rearward to disengage the handle-lock pins (Figure 16). G017634 Figure 14 Front cutting-height lever G016488 Figure 16 1.
  • Page 11: Using The Self-Propel Drive

    Stopping the Engine Standard Model Press the toggle switch (Figure 19) to the Stop position and hold it until the engine stops. G017516 Figure 17 G017636 • Figure 19 Recoil-start Handle: 1. Turn the ignition key to the Run position (Figure 1.
  • Page 12: Disengaging The Blade

    Checking the Blade-stop System Operation Service Interval: Before each use or daily Check that the blades stop within 3 seconds of releasing the blade-control bar. Using the Grass Bag g016484 You can use the grass bag to check the blade-stop system. Figure 21 1.
  • Page 13: Recycling The Clippings

    Removing the Grass Bag Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, To remove the bag, reverse the steps in Installing the Grass install a new Toro replacement bag. Bag (page 13).
  • Page 14: Side-Discharging The Clippings

    • For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. • Replace the blade when necessary with a Toro replacement blade. Cutting Grass • Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do not...
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    • Be aware of a potential fire hazard in very dry conditions, – Set the cutting height on the front wheels one notch follow all local fire warnings, and keep the machine free lower than the rear wheels. For example, set the front of dry grass and leaf debris.
  • Page 16: Preparing For Maintenance

    Preparing for Maintenance Servicing the Air Filter 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Yearly 2. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug (Figure 29). 1. Loosen the fastener and remove the air-filter cover (Figure 30).
  • Page 17: Charging The Battery

    Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too 3. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance (page 16). low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. 4. Tip the machine onto its side, with the dipstick down, until the upper handle rests on the ground.
  • Page 18: Replacing The Fuse

    6. Raise the handle to the vertical position. Removing the Old Battery 7. Secure the shroud with the 4 small bolts that you 1. Contact an Authorized Toro Parts Dealer to obtain a removed in step 5 of Removing the Old Battery (page replacement battery.
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive Cable

    Adjusting the Self-propel Drive Servicing the Blade-drive Cable 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 self-propel 1. Remove the blade-drive system cover (Figure 38). drive cable.
  • Page 20: Servicing The Cutting Blades

    If a blade is worn, bent, damaged or cracked, replace it 1. Inspect the cutting edges (Figure 41). If the edges are immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. not sharp or have nicks, remove the blades and have them sharpened or replace them.
  • Page 21: Checking For Bent Blades

    Replace the blades when the machine hits a solid object or when a blade is out of balance or bent. Use only genuine Toro replacement blades. 1. Use a block of wood to hold each blade steady and turn the blade bolt counterclockwise as shown in Figure 43.
  • Page 22: Installing The Blades

    Installing the Blades 1. Install the first blade so that it is horizontal, along with all mounting hardware as shown in Figure 44. Note: Tighten the bolt with your fingers. Important: Position the curved ends of the blades to point toward the machine housing. Be sure to G016536 nest the raised areas on each blade driver with the recesses in the head of its corresponding spindle,...
  • Page 23: Storage

    Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. General Information 1. Perform the recommended annual maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance (page 15). 2. Clean under the machine housing; refer to Cleaning under the Machine Housing (page 22). 3. Remove chaff, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the top of the machine.
  • Page 24: Preparing The Engine

    Preparing the Engine 1. While the engine is still warm, change the engine oil; refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 16). 2. Remove the spark plug. 3. Using an oil can, add about 30 ml (1 oz), of motor oil to the engine through the spark-plug hole.
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  • Page 28: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.

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