Product Overview; Controls - Toro 08887 Operator's Manual

Product Overview

Controls

Traction and Stopping Pedal
The traction pedal (Figure 5) has 3 functions: to make
the machine move forward, to move it backward, and to
stop the machine. Using the heel and toe of the right
foot, depress the top of the pedal to move forward and
the bottom of pedal to move backward or to assist in
stopping when moving forward (Figure 6). Also, allow
the pedal to move or move it to the neutral position to
stop the machine. For operator comfort, do not the rest
heel of the foot on reverse when operating forward.
1. Traction and stopping pedal
Ground speed is proportionate to how the far traction
pedal is depressed. For maximum ground speed, the
pedal must be fully depressed while the throttle is in
the Fast position. To get maximum power or when
ascending a hill, have the throttle in the Fast position
while depressing the pedal slightly to keep the engine
RPM high. When the engine RPM begins to decrease,
release the pedal slightly to allow the RPM to increase.
Important: For maximum pulling power, the
throttle should be in the Fast position and the
traction pedal just barely depressed.
Figure 5
Figure 6
CAUTION
Use the maximum ground speed only when driving
from one area to another.
Maximum speed is not recommended when using
a mounted or towed attachment.
Important: Do not operate in reverse with the
attachment in the down (operating) position or the
attachment could be severely damaged.
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch (Figure 7), used to start and stop the
engine, has three positions: Off, Run, and Start. Rotate
the key clockwise to the Start position to engage the
starter motor. Release the key when the engine starts.
The key will move automatically to the On position. To
shut the engine off, rotate the key counterclockwise to
the Off position.
1. Ignition key
2. Choke control
3. Throttle control
4. Hour meter
Choke Control
To start a cold engine, close the carburetor choke by
pulling the choke control (Figure 7) out to the On
position. After the engine starts, regulate the choke to
keep the engine running smoothly. As soon as possible,
open the choke by pushing it downward to the Off
position. A warm engine requires little or no choking.
Throttle Control
The throttle control lever (Figure 7) connects to and
operates the throttle linkage to the carburetor. The
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Figure 7
5. Fuse (option lights)
6. Lights (optional)
7. Fuse (main)