Operating The Choke; Operating The Ignition Switch; Using The Fuel Shut-Off Valve; Starting And Stopping The Engine - Toro 74915 Operator's Manual

Operating the Choke

Use the choke to start a cold engine.
1. If the engine is cold, use the choke to start the engine.
2. Pull up on the choke knob to engage the choke before
using the ignition switch (Figure 16).
3. Push down on the choke to disengage the choke after
the engine has started (Figure 16).
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Operating the Ignition Switch

1. Turn the ignition key to the Start position (Figure 17).
When the engines starts, release the key.
Important: Do not engage 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.
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2. Turn the ignition key to stop to stop the engine.

Using the Fuel Shut-Off Valve

The fuel shut-off valve is located under the seat. Move the
seat forward to access it.
Close the fuel shut-off valve for transport, maintenance, and
storage.
Ensure the fuel shut-off valve is open when starting the
engine.
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Starting and Stopping the
Engine
Starting the Engine
1. Raise the ROPS up and lock into place, sit on the seat
and fasten the seat belt.
2. Move the motion controls to neutral locked position.
3. Set the parking brake; refer to Setting the Parking
Brake.
4. Move the blade control switch (PTO) to the Off
position (Figure 19).
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Figure 17
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