Controls - Toro 74840 Operator's Manual

Controls

Become familiar with all the controls before you start
the engine and operate the machine (Figure 7).
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1. Throttle control
2. Choke
3. Hour meter
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch has three positions: Start, Run
and Off. The key will turn to Start and move back to
Run upon release. Turning the key to the Off position
will stop the engine; however, always remove the key
when leaving the machine to prevent the engine from
accidentally starting (Figure 7).
Throttle Control
The throttle control is variable between Fast and Slow.
Moving throttle lever forward will increase engine speed
and moving throttle lever to the rear will decrease engine
speed. Moving the throttle forward into the detent is
full throttle (Figure 7).
Choke
Use the choke to start a cold engine. Pull the choke
knob up to engage it. Push down on the choke knob
to disengage it.
Blade Control Switch (Power Take-Off)
The blade control switch, represented by a power
take-off (PTO) symbol, engages and disengages power
to the mower blades (Figure 7).
Hour Meter
The hour meter records the number of hours the blades
have operated. It operates when the blade control
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Figure 7
4. Ignition switch
5. Blade control switch (PTO)
switch (PTO) is engaged. Use these times for scheduling
regular maintenance (Figure 7).
Fuel Gauge
The fuel window located below the operator position
can be used to verify the level of gasoline in the tank
(Figure 8).
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1. Fuel gauge window
Motion Control Levers
The motion control levers are speed sensitive controls
of independent wheel motors. Moving a lever forward
or backward turns the wheel on the same side forward
or in reverse; wheel speed is proportional to the amount
the lever is moved. Move the control levers outward
from the center to the neutral lock position and exit the
machine (Figure 5). Always position the motion control
levers into the neutral lock position when you stop the
machine or leave it unattended.
Parking Brake Lever
Located on left side of the console (Figure 5). The brake
lever engages a parking brake on the drive wheels. Pull
the lever up and rearward to engage the brake. Push the
lever forward and down to disengage the brake.
Foot Pedal Deck Lift System
The foot pedal deck lift system allows the operator
to lower and raise the deck from the seated position.
The operator can use the foot pedal to lift the deck
briefly to avoid obstacles or lock the deck in the highest
height-of-cut or transport position (Figure 5).
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Figure 8