Positioning The Seat; Positioning The Steering Wheel; During Operation; During Operation Safety - Toro TimeCutter 74780 Operator's Manual

the or
FORWARD REVERSE
disengage and the brake light should turn off.
Note: Tap the pedal, do not fully engage the pedal as
that causes the brake system to bind and not release.
17. With the brake released, engage the traction pedal
slightly and rise from the seat. The engine should shut
off.
18. Return to the seat and turn the ignition key to the
position. After several seconds, the brake system
OFF
should engage.
Note: With the key in the
does not illuminate.

Positioning the Seat

A
C
position. The brake should
position, the brake light
OFF
B
Figure 10

Positioning the Steering Wheel

The steering wheel has 3 positions for operation and 1 full-up
position. Use the full-up position for stepping on and off
the machine and getting out of the seat. When operating the
machine, position the steering wheel where you have the best
control of the machine and are most comfortable.
1. Press your foot onto the steering-column release lever.
2. Position the steering wheel to the desired position
(Figure

During Operation

During Operation Safety

General Safety
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The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible for
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accidents that may cause personal injury or property
damage.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye protection;
slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and hearing
protection. Tie back long hair and do not wear jewelry.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Never carry passengers on the machine and keep
bystanders and pets away from the machine during
operation.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid holes
or hidden hazards.
•
Avoid mowing on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause the machine to slide.
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Ensure that all drives are in neutral, the parking brake
is engaged, and you are in the operating position before
you start the engine.
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11).
A
B
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