Stopping The Engine - Toro 74268 Operator's Manual

7. After the glow plug indicator light goes out, turn the
key to the start position. When the engine starts,
release the key.
Important Use starting cycles of no more than
30 seconds per minute to avoid overheating the starter
motor.
8. If the engine does not start immediately, move the
throttle control to fast and turn the key to the start
position.
Note: Additional starting cycles may be required when
starting the engine for the first time after the fuel system
has been completely without fuel.
Starting in Cold Weather
(Below 14 F or –10 C)
Note: Use the correct engine oil for the starting
temperature; refer to Engine Oil, page 35.
1. Start the engine with the throttle in the FAST position.
Note: Do not use fuel left over from the summer. Use only
fresh winter grade diesel fuel.
Figure 11
1. PTO—On
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1
2. PTO—Off
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2
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Figure 12
1. Throttle—Fast
2. Throttle—Slow

Stopping the Engine

1. Push the PTO to the off position (Fig. 12).
2. Move the throttle lever to slow (Fig. 12).
3. Let the engine idle for 60 seconds (Fig. 13).
4. Turn the ignition key to the off position (Fig. 13).
5. Remove the key to prevent possibility of someone
accidentally starting the machine before transporting
or storing machine.
6. Close the fuel shut off valve before transporting or
storing the machine.
Important
Make sure that the fuel shut off valve is
closed before transporting or storing the machine, as fuel
leakage may occur. Set the parking brake before
transporting.
Important Make sure to remove the key as the fuel
pump may run and cause the battery to lose charge.
Caution
Children or bystanders may be injured if they
move or attempt to operate the tractor while it is
unattended.
Always remove the ignition key and set the
parking brake when leaving the machine
unattended, even if just for a few minutes.
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Figure 13
1. Off
2. Run
3. Start