Using The Fuel Shut-Off Valve; Starting And Stopping The Engine - Toro 74568TE Operator's Manual

Using the Fuel Shut-off Valve

Close the fuel shut-off valve for transport, maintenance, and
storage (Figure 15).
Ensure the fuel shut-off valve is open when starting the
engine.
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1. On position
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
Starting the Engine
1. Connect the wires to the spark plugs.
2. Open the fuel valve.
3. Move the right motion-control lever to neutral locked
position.
4. Set the parking brake; refer to Setting the Parking
Brake (page 17).
5. Move the blade-control switch (PTO) to the Off
position.
6. Move the throttle lever midway between the Slow and
Fast positions.
Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking.
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Figure 15
2. Off position
7. Turn the ignition key to the Start position (Figure 17).
When the engines starts, release the key.
Important: Do not engage the 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.
1. Off position
2. Run position
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Figure 16
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Figure 17
3. Start position