Starting/Stopping Engine - Toro 30789 Operator's Manual

The throttle regulates the speed of the cutter blades or other
implement components and, in conjunction with traction
pedal, controls ground speed of the traction unit.
Choke
To start a cold engine, close carburetor choke by moving
choke control (Fig. 18) fully forward. After engine starts,
regulate choke to keep engine running smoothly. As soon
as possible, open the choke by pulling it backward.
Seat Adjusting Lever
To adjust standard seat, push lever (Fig. 19) backward and
slide seat to the desired position. Release lever to lock seat
in place. The suspension seat may be adjusted forward or
rearward by pulling out the lever at the left side of the seat,
sliding the seat to the desired position, and releasing the
lever. The weight adjustment knob may be adjusted for any
operator's comfort.
Figure 19
1. Seat adjusting lever

Starting/Stopping Engine

1. Ensure parking brake is set, PTO switch is in OFF
position and lift lever is in TRANSPORT or FLOAT
position. Remove foot from traction pedal and insure it
is in neutral.
2. Move throttle control (Fig. 18) to 1/4–1/3 open position.
3. To start engine, move choke lever (Fig. 18) fully
forward.
4. Insert key into ignition switch (Fig. 18) and rotate it
clockwise to START position. Hold key in START
position for a few seconds to energize ignition system.
Release key immediately when engine starts and
regulate choke to keep engine running smoothly.
Important
To prevent overheating the starter motor, do
not engage starter longer than 15 seconds. After 15 seconds
of continuous cranking, wait 10 to 15 seconds before
engaging starter motor again. To prevent a short in the
ignition system, use only one key in the switch. If keys are
on a ring, one of the keys could contact pin on top of
temperature gauge resulting in a short.
5. When engine is started for the first time, or after
overhaul of the engine, transmission or axle, operate the
machine in forward and reverse for one or two minutes.
Also operate the lift lever and PTO lever to assure
proper operation of all parts. Turn steering wheel to the
left and right to check steering response. Then shut
engine off and check for oil leaks, loose parts, and any
other noticeable difficulties.
Caution
Shut engine off and wait for all moving parts to
stop before checking for oil leaks, loose parts or
other malfunctions.
6. To stop engine, move throttle control backward to
1/4–1/3 position, move PTO lever to OFF position and
rotate ignition key to OFF. Remove key from switch to
prevent accidental starting.
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