Operating The Power Take Off; (Pto); The Safety Interlock System - Toro 74402 Operator's Manual

Note: A warm or hot engine may not require
choking.
4. Turn the ignition key to Start to energize the starter.
When the engine starts, release the key.
Important: Do not engage the starter for
more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine
fails to start, allow a 60 second cool-down
period between attempts. Failure to follow
these instructions can burn out the starter
motor.
5. After the engine starts, move the throttle lever to
Fast (Figure 8 ). If the engine stalls or hesitates,
move the throttle lever back to Choke for a few
seconds. Then move the throttle lever to the
desired setting. Repeat this as required.
Figure 8
1. Engine
2. Choke
Figure 9
1. Off
2. Run
Stopping the Engine
1. Move the throttle lever to Fast (Figure 8 ).
2. Move the PTO to Off (Figure 7 ).
3. Turn the ignition key to Off (Figure 9 ).
4. Pull the wire off of the spark plug(s) to prevent
the possibility of someone accidentally starting
the machine before transporting or storing the
machine.
5. Close the fuel shut-off valve under the front of
the fuel tank before transporting or storing the
machine.
Important: Make sure the fuel shut-off valve
is closed before transporting or storing the
machine, as fuel leakage may occur.
3. Fast
4. Slow
3. Start
4. Ignition
Operating the Power Take
Off (PTO)
The power take off (PTO) switch engages and
disengages power to the electric clutch.
Engaging the PTO
1. Release pressure on the traction control levers and
place the machine in neutral.
2. Move the throttle to the Fast position.
3. Pull out on the PTO switch to engage it (Figure 10 ).
Figure 10
1. PTO-On
Disengaging the PTO
Push the PTO switch to Off (Figure 10 ).

The Safety Interlock System

If safety interlock switches are disconnected
or damaged the machine could operate
unexpectedly causing personal injury.
•
Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
•
Check the operation of the interlock switches
daily and replace any damaged switches
before operating the machine.
Understanding the Safety Interlock System
The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the
engine from starting unless:
The PTO is disengaged.
The motion control levers are in the brake position.
The safety interlock system also is designed to stop the
engine when the control levers are out of the brake
position and you rise from the seat when the PTO is
engaged.
Testing the Safety Interlock System
Test the safety interlock system before you use the
machine each time. If the safety system does not
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2. PTO-Off