Cleaning Under The Machine - Toro TimeMaster 21199 Operator's Manual

Cleaning under the Machine

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1. Move the machine to a level surface.
2. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop before leaving the operating position.
3. Lower the machine to its lowest cutting-height setting.
Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page
4. Attach a hose to the washout fitting, and turn the water
on high (Figure 29).
Note: Spread petroleum jelly on the washout fitting
O-ring to make the coupling slide on easier and protect
the O-ring.
Figure 29
1. Washout fitting
2. Hose
5. Start the engine, engage the blade-control lever, and
let the machine run for 1 to 3 minutes with the blades
turning.
6. Disengage the blade-control lever, shut off the engine,
and wait for all moving parts to stop.
7. Shut off the water and remove the coupling from the
washout fitting.
Note: If the machine is not clean after a single
washing, soak it and let it stand for 30 minutes. Then
repeat the process.
8. Run the machine again and engage the blades for 1 to 3
minutes to remove the excess water.
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3. O-ring
4. Coupling
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.
• Never put your hands or feet under the machine
or through openings in the machine.
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