Operating The Blades; Engaging The Blades; Stopping The Engine; Driving The Machine - Toro TimeCutter SS 4225 Operator's Manual

Operating the Blades

The blade-control switch, 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.
AST
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C
Disengaging the Blades
1. Control panel

Stopping the Engine

1. Disengage the blades by moving the blade-control
switch to Off (Figure
2. Move the throttle lever to between the half and full
throttle position.
3. Turn the ignition key to Off and remove the key.
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2. Blade-control switch—Off
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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 1 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 you are unfamiliar.
WARNING
The machine can spin very rapidly. You 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.
The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured
in rpm (revolutions per minute). Placing the throttle control
in the F position can be best for performance. For most
AST
applications, operate the machine in the full-throttle position.
1. P position
ARK
2. Center, unlock position
3. Forward
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4. Backward
5. Front of the Machine