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

Hauling Safety
•
Remove the ignition key (if equipped) before
loading the machine for hauling.
•
Use care when loading or unloading the machine.
•
Secure the machine from rolling.

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
(page 12).
4. Attach a hose to the washout fitting, and turn the
water on high (Figure
Note:
Spread petroleum jelly on the washout
fitting O-ring to make the coupling slide on
easier and protect the O-ring.
Figure 23
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.
Adjusting the Cutting Height
23).
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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