Operating The Blades; Stopping The Engine; Driving The Machine - Toro 74760 Operator's Manual

Operating the Blades

The blade-control switch, represented by a power
take-off (PTO) symbol, engages and disengages
power to the mower blades. This switch controls
power to any attachments that draw power from the
engine, including the mower deck and cutting blades.
Engaging the Blades
Important:
Do not engage the blades when
parked in tall grass. Belt or clutch damage can
occur.
Note:
Always engage the blades with the throttle in
the F position.
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Figure 13
Disengaging the Blades
Figure 14
1. Power take-off (PTO) switch

Stopping the Engine

1. Disengage the blades by moving the
blade-control switch to O
2. Move the throttle lever to the F
(Figure 13).
3. Turn the ignition key to O
remove the key.

Driving the Machine

Driving the machine benefits from an understanding
of what zero-turn-radius mower means. The drive
wheels turn independently, powered by hydraulic
motors on each axle; hence one side can turn in
reverse while the other turns forward causing the
machine to spin rather than turn. This vastly improves
the machine maneuverability but may require some
adjustment if the operator is unfamiliar.
WARNING
The machine can spin very rapidly. The
operator may lose control of the machine
and cause personal injury or damage to the
machine.
• Use caution when making turns.
• Slow the machine down before making
sharp turns.
g027582 The throttle control regulates the engine speed as
measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Placing the
throttle control in the F
performance. For most applications, operating in the
full-throttle position is desirable.
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(Figure 14).
FF
position
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(Figure 5) and
FF
position can be best for
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