Operating The Mower Blade Control Switch (Pto); The Safety Interlock System - Toro 74882 Operator's Manual

seconds. Then push down the Choke control. Repeat
as required.
Note: If the fuel system was depleted of fuel—add
fuel to the machine and use additional starting cycles
when starting the engine.
Stopping the Engine
CAUTION
Children or bystanders can be injured if they
move or attempt to operate the machine while it is
unattended.
Always remove the ignition key and set the parking
brake when leaving the machine unattended, even
if just for a few minutes.
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Operating the Mower Blade
Control Switch (PTO)
The blade control switch (PTO) starts and stops the mower
blades and any powered attachments.
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Engaging the Blade Control Switch
(PTO)
Engage the blade control switch (PTO) with the throttle
position at Fast.
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)

The Safety Interlock System

WARNING
If safety interlock switches are disconnected or
damaged the machine could operate unexpectedly
causing personal injury.
• Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
• Check the operation of the interlock switches
daily and replace any damaged switches before
operating the machine.
Understanding the Safety Interlock
System
The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the engine
from starting unless:
•
The parking brake is engaged.
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