Operating Instructions; Starting/Stopping Engine - Toro 08884 Operator's Manual

Controls
control has two positions: SLOW and FAST. Engine
speed can be varied between the two settings.
Note: The engine cannot be stopped by the throttle con-
trol.
Hour Meter (Fig. 6)—Shows the total hours of machine
operation. The Hour Meter starts to function whenever
the key switch is turned to the "ON" position.
Lift Lever (Fig. 7)—To raise the implement, pull the
lever up; to lower the implement, push the lever forward.
For float position, move the lever into the detent posi-
tion. When the desired position is attained, release the
lever and it will return to neutral.
1. Lift lever
2. Parking brake
Operating
STARTING/STOPPING THE
ENGINE
1. Remove your foot from the traction pedal, make
sure the pedal is in the neutral position and engage
the parking brake.
2. Pull the choke lever out to the ON position—when
starting a cold engine—and the throttle lever to the
SLOW position.
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it
clockwise to start the engine. Release the key when
the engine starts. Regulate the choke to keep the
engine running smoothly.
IMPORTANT: To prevent overheating of the
starter motor, do not engage starter longer than
10
Figure 7
NOTE: The SAND PRO has a double-acting lift cylin-
der. Down pressure can be applied to the implement for
certain operating conditions.
Parking Brake (Fig. 7)—To engage the parking brake,
pull back on the lever. To disengage it, push the lever
forward.
Fuel Shut-Off Valve (Fig. 8)— Close the fuel shut-off
valve when storing the machine.
1. Fuel shut-off valve
10 seconds. After 10 seconds of continuous
cranking, wait 60 seconds before engaging
starter motor again.
4. When the engine is started for the first time, or after
overhaul of the engine, operate the machine in for-
ward and reverse for one to two minutes. Also
operate the lift lever to be sure of proper operation
of all parts.
Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts
to stop before checking for oil leaks, loose parts
and other malfunctions.
5. To stop the engine, move the throttle control to the
Figure 8
CAUTION