Operating The Throttle; Operating The Choke; Operating The Ignition Switch - Toro 74920 Operator's Manual

Releasing the Parking Brake
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Operating the Throttle

The throttle control can be moved between Fast and
Slow positions (Figure 15).
Always use the fast position when turning on the
mower deck with the blade control switch (PTO).
Figure 15

Operating the Choke

Use the choke to start a cold engine.
1. If the engine is cold, use the choke to start the
engine.
2. Pull up on the choke knob to engage the choke
before using the ignition switch (Figure 16).
3. Push down on the choke to disengage the choke
after the engine has started (Figure 16).
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Operating the Ignition Switch

1. Turn the ignition key to the Start position
(Figure 17). When the engines starts, release the key.
Important: Do not engage starter for more
than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails
to start allow a 15 second cool-down period
between attempts. Failure to follow these
instructions can burn out the starter motor.
Note: Additional starting cycles may be required
when starting the engine for the first time after the
fuel system has been without fuel completely.
2. Turn the ignition key to stop to stop the engine.
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