Starting The Engine; Stopping The Engine; Using The Self-Propel Drive; Engaging The Blade - Toro 20373 Operator's Manual

Starting the Engine

1. If the ignition switch on your mower (Figure 11) is a
toggle switch (with both an "I" and a "Stop"), push
the switch to the ("I") position. Otherwise, go to
step 2.
1. Ignition toggle switch
2. Pull the recoil starter lightly until you feel resistance,
then pull it sharply (Figure 12). Allow the rope to
return to the handle slowly.
Note: If the mower does not start after several
attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

Using the Self-propel Drive

To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your
hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your
sides, and the mower will automatically keep pace with
you (Figure 13).
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Figure 11
Figure 12
Note: If the mower does not freely roll backward
after self-propelling, stop walking, hold your hands
in place, and allow the mower to roll a couple of
inches/centimeters forward to disengage the wheel
drive. You can also try reaching just under the personal
pace handle to the metal handle and push the mower
forward a couple of inches/centimeters. If the mower
still does not roll backward easily, contact an Authorized
Service Dealer.

Stopping the Engine

If the ignition switch on your mower (Figure 14) is a
toggle switch (with both an "I" and a "Stop"), push the
switch to the Stop position. Otherwise, hold down the
switch in the Stop position until the engine stops.
1. Ignition toggle switch

Engaging the Blade

When you start your engine, the blade does not turn.
You must engage the blade to mow.
1. Pull the control bar lock back (Figure 15).
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Figure 13
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Figure 14