I don't use time machine, I prefer superduper.

The system preference icon wasn't there in apps...that was my problem.

Thanks for the advice on trashing those items you mention.

jaybass

OS 13.6.6 iMac (Retina 5K, 27", 2017, 3.4 GHz Intel Core i5, 24 GB RAM, 2400 MHz DDR4. SuperDuper. 1 TB Lacie HD