Toro Timemaster 20200, Timemaster 20199 User Manual

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Form No. 3369-191 Rev A

TimeMaster™ 30in Lawn Mower

Model No. 20199—Serial No. 31200001 and Up

Model No. 20200—Serial No. 31200001 and Up

Operator's Manual

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 machine properly and to avoid injury and equipment damage. You are responsible for operating the machine 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 machine ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product. Write the numbers in the space provided.

Figure 1

1.Model and serial number plate

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.

Figure 2

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

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

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Original Instructions (EN)

8111 Lyndale Avenue South

 

Printed in the USA

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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.

Do not tamper with the engine controls or alter the governor speed; doing so may create an unsafe condition resulting in personal injury.

Safety

This machine meets or exceeds the CPSC blade safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn mowers and the B71.1 specifications of the American National Standards Institute in effect at the time of production.

Read and understand the contents of this manual before you start the engine.

The safety alert symbol (Figure 2) is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. Improperly using or maintaining this machine could result in injury or death. To reduce this potential, comply with the following safety instructions.

The following instructions have been adapted from the ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1-2003.

This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

General Operation

Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting.

Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc., which could be thrown by the blades. Stay behind the handle when the engine is running.

Be sure that the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.

Do not operate the machine barefooted or while wearing sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.

Do not pull the machine backward unless it is absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while moving backward.

Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces.

Do not operate the machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety protective devices in place and working.

Never leave a running machine unattended.

Stop the engine and wait until the blades come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard.

Operate the machine only in daylight or good artificial light.

Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Never operate the machine in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing. Walk, never run.

Disengage the drive system, if so equipped, before starting the engine.

If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check for the cause immediately. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

Always wear eye protection when operating the machine.

Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If you see lightning or hear thunder in the area, do not operate the machine; seek shelter.

See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.

Slope Operation

Slopes are a major factor related to slip-and-fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.

Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip-and-fall accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

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Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a slip-and-fall accident.

Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. You could lose your footing or balance.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area.

Never allow children to operate the machine.

Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.

Service

Safe Handling of Gasoline

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.

Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.

Use only an approved gasoline container.

Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water heater or on other appliances.

Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.

Never overfill the fuel tank. Replace the fuel tank cap and tighten it securely.

WARNING

Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.

Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed area.

General Service

Never operate the machine in an enclosed area.

Keep all nuts and bolts tight to ensure that the equipment is in safe working condition.

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris. Clean up oil or fuel spills and remove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow the machine to cool before storing.

If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair the machine, if necessary, before starting.

Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Disconnect the spark-plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

Check the grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace them with manufacturer's recommended parts when necessary.

Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.

Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.

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Toro Timemaster 20200, Timemaster 20199 User Manual

Safety and Instructional Decals

Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals.

Manufacturer's Mark

1.Indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.

94-8072

108-8117

108-9751

Electric-start model only

1. Engine—stop

3. Engine—start

2.Engine—run

114-7982

1.Warning—read the Operator's Manual.

2.Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine.

3.Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—disconnect the spark-plug wire and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.

4.Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts.

5.Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—do not operate up and down slopes; operate side to side on slopes; stop the engine before leaving the operating position; and look behind you when backing up.

117–2718

120-9570

1.Warning—stay away from moving parts, keep all guards and shields in place.

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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.

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Assembling the Handle

Figure 3

1. Upper handle

2. Knob (2)

No Parts Required

Procedure

WARNING

Assembling and unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition.

• Do not damage the cables when unfolding the handle.

• If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

1. Rotate the upper handle so that it nests together with the lower handle (Figure 3), and tighten both knobs on the handle to lock the upper handle in place (Figure 4).

Figure 4

1. Handle-lock lever

2. Release the handle-lock lever (Figure 4).

3. Pull the handle rearward and lock it into position (Figure 4).

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2

Installing the Blade-control

Bar

No Parts Required

Procedure

Install the blade-control bar into the upper handle (Figure 5).

Figure 5

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Filling the Engine with Oil

Parts needed for this procedure:

20 fl. Engine oil oz.

Procedure

Important: This machine does not come with oil in the engine. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil.

1.Move the machine to a level surface.

2.Remove the dipstick (Figure 6) and pour about 3/4 of the crankcase capacity of oil into the oil-fill tube.

Note: Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.

Figure 6

3.Wipe off the dipstick end with a clean cloth.

4.Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, and screw it in until it stops.

5.Remove the dipstick and read the oil level on the dipstick; refer to Figure 7.

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, add a small amount of oil slowly to the oil-fill tube, and then repeat steps 3 through 5 until the oil level is correct as shown in Figure 7.

If the oil level is too high, drain the excess oil until you obtain the correct oil level on the dipstick. To drain the excess oil, refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 17).

Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine.

6.Install the dipstick securely by hand.

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4

Charging the Battery

No Parts Required

Procedure

Electric-start model only

Refer to Charging the Battery (page 18).

Product Overview

Figure 8

1.

Side-discharge deflector

9.

Ignition switch

2.

Spark plug

10.

Battery (not shown;

 

 

 

electric-start model only)

3.

Dipstick/oil-fill tube (not

11.

Rear cutting-height lever

 

shown)

 

 

4.

Recoil-start handle

12.

Rear-discharge deflector

5.

Fuel-tank cap

13.

Fuse

6.

Handle-lock lever

14.

Air filter

7.

Handle knob (2)

15.

Washout port

8.

Upper handle

16.

Front cutting-height lever

 

 

 

 

Figure 9

Upper handle

1.

Traction-assist handle

3.

Blade-control bar

2.

Blade-control bar lock

4.

Ignition switch

 

 

 

 

Figure 10

1.

Grass bag

3.

Side-discharge chute

2.

Rear-discharge plug

4.

Battery charger

 

(installed)

 

(electric-start model only)

 

 

 

 

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Operation

Before Starting

Recommended Fuel

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 mower directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.

Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold. Wipe up spills.

Do not handle gasoline when smoking or around an open flame or sparks.

Store gasoline in an approved fuel container, out of the reach of children.

For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method).

Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE by volume is acceptable.

Do not use ethanol blends of gasoline, such as E15 or E85, with more than 10% ethanol by volume. Performance problems and/or engine damage may result, which may not be covered under warranty.

Do not use gasoline containing methanol.

Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or in fuel containers over the winter unless fuel stabilizer has been added to the fuel.

Do not add oil to gasoline.

Using Fuel

Stabilizer/Conditioner

Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to provide the following benefits:

It keeps gasoline fresh during storage up to 90 days. When storing the machine for more than 90 days, drain the fuel tank.

It cleans the engine while it is running.

It eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel systems, which causes hard starting.

Add the correct amount of fuel stabilizer/conditioner to the gasoline as recommended on the product label.

Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when it is mixed with fresh gasoline. To prevent varnish deposits in the fuel system, use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner at all times.

Filling the Fuel Tank

1.Clean around the fuel tank cap, and remove the cap from the tank (Figure 11).

Figure 11

2.Fill the fuel tank, leaving at least 1/4 inch (6 mm) from the bottom of the neck empty to allow the gasoline room to expand (Figure 11).

3.Install the fuel tank cap and tighten it securely by hand.

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Checking the Engine Oil Level

Service Interval: Before each use or daily

Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.

1.Move the machine to a level surface.

2.Remove the dipstick (Figure 12).

Figure 12

3.Wipe off the dipstick end with a clean cloth.

4.Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube and screw it in until it stops. (Figure 12).

5.Remove the dipstick and read the oil level; refer to Figure 13.

Figure 13

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, add a small amount of oil slowly to the oil-fill tube, and then repeat steps 3 through 5 until the oil level is correct as shown in Figure 7.

If the oil level is too high, drain the excess oil until you obtain the correct oil level on the dipstick; to drain the excess oil, refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 17).

Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine.

6. Install the dipstick securely by hand.

Adjusting the Cutting Height

WARNING

Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blades, causing serious injury.

Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height.

Adjust the cutting height as desired; refer to Figure 14 and Figure 15.

Note: To raise the machine, move the front and rear cutting height levers forward; to lower the machine, move the cutting height levers rearward. Set the front and rear wheels to the same height unless special circumstances require otherwise; refer to Cutting Grass and Cutting Leaves in Operating Tips (page 15).

Figure 14

Front cutting-height lever

1.

1 inch (2.5 cm)

5.

3 inches (7.6 cm))

2.

1-1/2 inches (3.8 cm)

6.

3-1/2 inches (8.9 cm))

3.

2 inches (5.1 cm)

7.

4 inches (10.2 cm)

4.2-1/2 inches (6.4 cm)

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