Operating The Throttle; Operating The Ignition Switch; Using The Fuel Shutoff Valve; Starting And Stopping The Engine - Toro 74942 Operator's Manual

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).

Operating the Ignition Switch

1. Turn the ignition key to the Start position
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.

Using the Fuel Shutoff Valve

The fuel shutoff valve is located under the seat. Move the
seat forward to access it.
Close the fuel shutoff valve for transport, maintenance, and
storage.
Ensure the fuel shutoff valve is open when starting the engine.
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Starting and Stopping the
16). Engine
Starting the Engine
1. Raise the ROPS up and lock into place, sit on the seat
and fasten the seat belt.
2. Move the motion controls to neutral-locked position.
3. Set the parking brake; refer to
Brake (page
4. Move the blade-control switch (PTO) to the Off
position (Figure
5. Move the throttle lever midway between the Slow and
Fast positions.
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Setting the Parking
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