Gauges And Indicator Lights - Toro 73545 Operator's Manual

5. Fully depress the brake pedal, set the parking
brake, push the PTO switch to OFF and start the
engine. Pull the PTO switch to ON. Rise
slightly from the seat; the engine should stop.

Gauges and Indicator Lights

The indicator lights (Fig. 15) illuminate when certain
controls are activated and when major malfunctions
occur that need immediate attention.
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Figure 15
1. Parking brake light
2. PTO (power take off) light
3. Battery light
4. Reverse with PTO on light
5. Oil pressure light
Parking Brake Light
When the parking brake light is ON it indicates the
parking brake is set. The machine will not drive
while the parking brake is set.
PTO (Power Take Off) Light
When the PTO (power take off) light is ON it
indicates the implement is being powered. The PTO
clutch must be disengaged before the engine will
start.
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6. Cruise control light
7. Water temperature light
8. Engine water temperature
gauge
9. Fuel gauge
Battery Light
The battery light will be ON when the key is in the
RUN or LIGHTS positions if the battery voltage is
below 12.1 volts or above 15.0 volts. If the light
comes on at a higher RPM, it is important to have
your battery and electrical system checked and the
problem corrected.
Flashing Reverse Light
When the reverse light flashes it indicates the PTO is
engaged and the tractor is operating in reverse.
When the light is flashing, look behind and use
extra caution when backing. Be especially
watchful for children and pets.
Oil Pressure Light
When the oil light is ON it indicates the engine oil
pressure is low. After the engine starts the light
should go out. When the engine is running, the light
comes ON if the oil pressure drops below a safe
operating level. If the light comes on while the
engine is running, stop the engine immediately and
correct the cause of low oil pressure.
Cruise Control Light
The cruise control light indicates that the cruise
control system is activated.
Water Temperature Light
The water temperature light shows when the engine
cooling system is overheated. The light indicates to
check the gauge and follow the cautions, below.
Operation
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