Pre-Starting Checks; Starting Engine - Toro 07213 Operator's Manual

Passenger Hand Hold
On dashboard (Fig. 24).
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Figure 24
1. Passenger hand hold
Tachometer–Optional
Indicates engine RPM. Gear selection graphics indicates
speed (Fig. 24).
Pre–starting Checks
Safe operation begins before taking the vehicle out for a
day's work. You should check these items each time:
Check tire pressure.
Note: These tires are different than car tires, they require
less pressure to minimize turf compaction and damage.
Check all fluid levels and add the appropriate amount of
Toro specified fluids, if any are found to be low.
Check brake pedal operation.
Check to see that the lights and horn are working.
Turn steering wheel to the left and right to check
steering response.
Check for oil leaks, loose parts and any other noticeable
malfunctions. Make sure engine is off and all moving
parts have stopped before checking for oil leaks, loose
parts and other malfunctions.
If any of the above items are not correct, notify your
mechanic or check with your supervisor before taking the
vehicle out for the day. Your supervisor may want you to
check other items on a daily basis, so ask what your
responsibilities are.
2. Tachometer (optional)
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Starting Engine

Important The fuel system must be bled if any of the
following situations have occurred.
Initial start up of a new machine.
Engine has ceased running due to lack of fuel.
Maintenance has been performed upon fuel system
components; i.e., filter replaced, separator serviced, etc.
Refer to Bleeding The Fuel System.
1. Sit on operator's seat and engage parking brake.
2. Disengage PTO (if so equipped) and return hand
throttle lever to OFF position (if so equipped).
3. Move shift lever to NEUTRAL position and depress
clutch pedal.
4. Keep foot off accelerator pedal.
5. When temperature is below 15 C (60 F), push glow
plug switch upward to ON position (Fig. 22) and hold
for suggested interval.
Note: Do not exceed 30 seconds of continuous use or glow
plug may burn out prematurely.
Note: Refer to chart indicating approximate preheat time
suggested in various temperature ranges.
Temperature
Above 5 C (41 F)
+5 C (41 F) to –5 C (23 F)
Below –5 C (23 F)
6. Insert key into ignition switch and rotate it clockwise to
start the engine. Release key when engine starts.
Note: Do not run starter motor more than 20 seconds at a
time or premature starter failure may result. If engine fails
to start after 20 seconds, turn key to OFF position, recheck
controls and procedures, wait 10 additional seconds and
repeat starter operation.
Preheat Time (sec)
10
20
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