DH 210 Lawn Tractor

• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.

• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawn mower. Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator.

• Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.

• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

• Do not carry passengers.

• Understand explanations for all pictograms used on the machine or in the instructions.

• All drivers should seek and obtain professional and practical instruction. Such instruction should emphasize:

  • the need for care and concentration when working with ride-on machines;

  • control of a ride-on machine sliding on a slope will not be regained by the application of the brake. The main reasons for loss of control are:

    • insufficient wheel grip;

    • being driven too fast;

    • inadequate braking;

    • the type of machine is unsuitable for its task;

    • lack of awareness of the effect of ground conditions, especially slopes;

    • incorrect hitching and load distribution.

• While mowing, always wear substantial, slip-resistant footwear and long trousers.

• Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing, tie back long hair.

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which may be thrown by the machine.

• Warning—Fuel is highly flammable.

  • Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.

  • Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling.

  • Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.

  • If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.

  • Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.

• Replace faulty silencers.

• Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.

• On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade can cause other blades to rotate.

• Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

• Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.

• Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all blade attachment clutches and shift into neutral.

• Do not operate without either the entire grass catcher or the deflector or a self-closing discharge-opening guard in place.

• Remember there is no such thing as a safe slope. Travel on grass slopes requires particular care. To guard against overturning:

  • do not stop or start suddenly when going up or downhill;

  • machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and during tight turns;

  • stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden hazards;

  • never mow across the face of the slope, unless the lawn mower is designed for this purpose.

• Do not operate the mower on the edges of cliffs, steep slopes, ditches, or embankments.

• Use care when mowing on wet grass.

• Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.

  • Use only approved drawbar hitch points.

  • Limit loads to those you can safely control.

  • Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.

  • Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when suggested in the instruction handbook.

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

• Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.

• Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other than grass.

• When using any attachments, never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the machine while in operation.

• Never operate the machine with damaged guards or without safety protective devices in place.

• Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed can increase the hazard of personal injury.

• Before leaving the operator’s position:

  • disengage the power take-off and lower the attachments;

  • change into neutral and set the parking brake;

  • stop the engine and remove the key.

• Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or remove the ignition key

  • before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;

  • before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn mower;

  • after striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawn mower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the equipment;

  • if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately).

• Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or not in use.

• Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment

  • before refuelling;

  • before removing the grass catcher;

  • before making height adjustment unless adjustment can be made from the operator’s position.

• Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure that the equipment is in safe working condition.

• Do not use pressure-cleaning equipment on the machine.

• Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank and inside a building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark.

• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, battery compartment and fuel storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.

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

• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

• Replace faulty silencers.

• If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.

• Be careful while adjusting the machine to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine.

• To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Do not use will fit parts and accessories; they may cause a safety hazard.

• Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or a truck.

• Use full-width ramps for loading the machine into a trailer or a 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.

• Measured vibration level for right hand = 5.4 m/s²

• Measured vibration level for left hand = 5.4 m/s²

• Uncertainty Value (K) = 2.7 m/s²

Measured values were determined according to the procedures outlined in EN ISO 5395:2013.

• Measured vibration level = 0.3 m/s²

• Uncertainty Value (K) = 0.15 m/s²

Measured values were determined according to the procedures outlined in EN ISO 5395:2013.

1. Push the brake pedal (Figure 4) down and hold it.

2. Move the parking brake lever to the right (Figure 5).

3. Gradually take your foot off the brake pedal.

   

   Figure 5

   1. Parking brake lever

   Note: The clutch/brake pedal should stay in the depressed (locked) position.

1. Push down on the brake pedal and hold it (Figure 4).

2. Move the parking brake lever to the left (Figure 5).

3. Gradually release the brake pedal.

1. Depress the brake pedal to stop the machine.

2. Pull the blade control (PTO) knob out to the Engaged position (Figure 4).

1. Depress the brake pedal to stop the machine.

2. Push the blade control (PTO) knob into the Disengaged position (Figure 4).

The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the engine from starting unless:

• You are sitting on the seat.

• The brake pedal is depressed.

• The blade control (PTO) knob is in the Disengaged position.

• The traction control pedal is in the Neutral position.

The safety interlock system stops the engine if you rise from the seat and the traction control pedal is not in the Neutral position, the parking brake is not set, or the blade control (PTO) knob is in the Engaged position.

The safety interlock system is designed to stop the mower if:

• You shift into Reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged.

• You remove the bag or dump the grass.

The interlock feature on the machine prevents the power take-off (PTO) from operating when you back up the machine. If you operate the machine in reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged (i.e., with the mower blades or other attachment running), the blades will stop. Do not mow in reverse unless it is absolutely necessary.

If you need to use the blades (PTO) while backing up, turn off the interlock feature using the KeyChoice switch located near the seat bracket (Figure 11).

Figure 11

1. KeyChoice switch

1. Engage the blades (PTO).

2. Insert the KeyChoice key into the switch (Figure 11).

3. Turn the KeyChoice key.

   Note: A red light on the front console (Figure 12) turns on, indicating that the interlock is disabled.

   

   Figure 12

   1. Operating-in-reverse light

4. Operate the machine in reverse and complete your task.

5. Disengage the blades (PTO) to activate the interlock.

6. Remove the KeyChoice key and put it in a safe place out of the reach of children.

1. Park the machine on a level surface.

2. Disengage the blades (PTO).

3. Set the parking brake.

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

5. Remove the ignition key.

6. Remove the grass collector; refer to Removing the Grass Collector.

7. Push the drive control (located at the rear of the machine), in to the Push position.

8. Release the parking brake.

Note: This disengages the drive system and allows the wheels to turn freely (Figure 13).

Figure 13

1. Push position
2. Operate position

1. Set the parking brake.

2. Pull the drive control into the Operate position (Figure 13) to engage the drive system.

   Note: The machine will not drive unless the drive control is in the Operate position.

3. Install the grass collector; refer to Installing the Grass Collector.

1. Park the machine on a level surface.

2. Disengage the blades (PTO).

3. Set the parking brake.

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

5. Remove the ignition key.

6. Allow the engine to cool.

7. Open the hood.

Oil Type: Detergent oil (API classification SJ or higher)

Crankcase capacity: 1.4 L (47 oz) with filter; 1.3 L (44 oz) without filter

Viscosity: See the oil table (Figure 24).

Figure 24

Use a Champion RC12YC or equivalent spark plug. Ensure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes is 0.030 inch (0.76 mm) before installing the spark plug. Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plug and a gapping tool or feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap.

Drain the fuel tank when you will not be using the machine for more than 30 days.

1. Park the machine so that the left front side is slightly lower than the right side to ensure that the fuel tank drains completely.

2. Disengage the blades (PTO).

3. Set the parking brake.

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

5. Remove the ignition key.

6. Close the fuel shut-off valve located under the front of the fuel tank.

7. Loosen the hose clamp at the fuel filter and slide it up the fuel line away from the fuel filter (Figure 29).

   

   Figure 29

   1. Hose clamp
   2. Fuel line
   3. Fuel filter

8. Pull the fuel line off the fuel filter (Figure 29).

9. Open the fuel shut-off valve and allow the fuel to drain into an approved fuel container or a drain pan.

   Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty.

10. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter.

11. Slide the hose clamp close to the fuel filter to secure the fuel line (Figure 29).

The best time to replace the fuel filter (Figure 29) is when the fuel tank is empty. Never install a dirty fuel filter after it has been removed from the fuel line.

1. Park the machine on a level surface.

2. Disengage the blades (PTO).

3. Set the parking brake.

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

5. Remove the ignition key.

6. Close the fuel shut-off valve (Figure 30).

   

   Figure 30

   1. Fuel shut-off valve

7. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide them away from the old fuel filter (Figure 30).

8. Remove the old fuel filter from the fuel line.

9. Install a new fuel filter and move the hose clamps close to it.

10. Open the fuel shut-off valve.

1. Disengage the blades (PTO).

2. Set the parking brake.

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

4. Remove the ignition key.

5. Open the hood.

6. Pull out the bulb socket (Figure 31).

   

   Figure 31

   1. Bulb
   2. Bulb socket

7. Bend the wire tabs in the metal sleeve (that hold the bulb in place) out of the way; refer to Figure 32.

   

   Figure 32

   1. Bulb
   2. Wire tabs (3)

8. Remove the old light bulb.

9. Install a new light bulb.

10. Bend the wire tabs in behind the bulb to hold it in place.

11. Install the bulb socket.

The electrical system is protected by fuses. They are located beneath the hood, near the fuel tank (Figure 33). If a fuse goes out, check the circuit wiring for a short.

Figure 33

1. Fuses

To replace a fuse, pull up to remove the old fuse from the socket. Insert a new fuse by pushing it down into the socket.

Note: Ensure that the new fuse has the same amperage as the old fuse that you are replacing.

Important: Do not start the engine with a battery booster (jump starter) pack. Jump-starting the engine with a battery booster pack may damage electronic components of the machine.

Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a paper towel to clean the battery and battery box. If the battery terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of 4 parts water and 1 part baking soda. Apply a light coating of grease to the battery terminals to prevent them from corroding.

Battery voltage and amperage: 12 volts, 190 cold cranking amps

Maintain the air pressure in the front tires at 103 kPa (15 psi) and rear tires at 83 kPa (12 psi). Check the pressure at the valve stem (Figure 36). Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading.

Figure 36

1. Valve stem

The brake is located on the right side of the rear axle, inside the rear tire (Figure 37).

Figure 37

1. Brake adjusting nut

Note: If the machine takes more than 1 m (3 ft) to stop at high speed in the highest gear, adjust the brake.

1. Lock the locking latch on the grass collector (Figure 38).

   

   Figure 38

2. Lift up the collector using the top support bar.

1. Hang the top support bar onto the 2 notches in the support bracket at the rear of the machine (Figure 39).

   

   Figure 39

   1. Top support bar
   2. Notches in collector support bracket

   Note: Ensure that the grass collector is properly seated on the mower. The mower will not function unless the grass collector is properly attached.

2. Unlock the locking pin to allow for emptying the grass collector.

1. Disengage the blades (PTO).

2. Set the parking brake.

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

4. Remove the ignition key.

5. Remove the grass collector; refer to Removing the Grass Collector.

6. Clean the collector bag with pressurized water.

7. Wipe the area around the full-bag sensor.

8. Clean the inside of the discharge tunnel all the way to the mower.

9. Install the grass collector; refer to Removing the Grass Collector.

   Note: Allow the bag to dry thoroughly before installing it.

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.

To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, keep extra blades.

1. Park the machine on a level surface.

2. Disengage the blades (PTO).

3. Set the parking brake.

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

5. Remove the ignition key.

6. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.

7. Move the height-of-cut lever to the lowest position.

8. Remove the tunnel.

9. Pull the idler arm assembly inward and remove the V-belt from the pulley (Figure 44).

   

   Figure 44

   1. Front arm linkage
   2. V-belt
   3. Pin
   4. Idler arm
   5. Rear pins

10. Remove both pins between the rear arm and the deck.

    Important: The relief spring is very strong. Wedge the mower housing to ensure that it does not fly upward and cause damage.

11. Remove the pin between the front arm linkage and the mower housing (Figure 44).

12. Remove the V-belt from the engine pulley (Figure 44).

13. Slide the mower out from beneath the machine.

Reverse the procedure for Removing the Mower.