Operating The Parking Brake; Operating The Mower Blade-Control Switch (Pto) - Toro 74141 Operator's Manual

CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85 dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing
loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears, hands, feet,
and head is recommended.
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1. Wear safety glasses

Operating the Parking Brake

Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or
leave it unattended.
Setting the Parking Brake
WARNING
Parking brake may not hold machine parked on a
slope and could cause personal injury or property
damage.
Do not park on slopes unless wheels are chocked
or blocked
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2. Wear hearing protection
Releasing the Parking Brake
Operating the Mower
Blade-Control Switch (PTO)
The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the mower
blades and any powered attachments.
Engaging the Blade-Control Switch
(PTO)
Note: Engaging the blade-control switch (PTO) with the
throttle position at half or less will cause excessive wear to
the drive belts.
Disengaging the Blade-Control Switch
(PTO)
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