Engaging The Rotor Blades; Disengaging The Rotor Blades - Toro 38472 Operator's Manual

Figure 18
1. Electric-start button
Note: Use only a UL-listed, 16-gauge extension cord
recommended for outdoor use that is not longer than
15 m (50 feet).
WARNING
The electrical cord can become damaged,
causing a shock or fire.
Thoroughly inspect the electrical cord before
plugging it into a power source. If the
cord is damaged, do not use it to start the
machine. Replace or repair the damaged cord
immediately. Contact an Authorized Service
Dealer for assistance.
Figure 19
Important: Run the electric starter no more
than 10 times at intervals of 5 seconds on, then
5 seconds off. Running the electric starter
extensively can overheat and damage it. If the
engine does not start after this series of attempts,
wait at least 40 minutes to allow the starter to cool
before attempting to start it again. If the engine
does not start after the second series of attempts,
take the machine to an Authorized Service Dealer
for service (Model 38473 only).
Note: If the recoil starter does not operate properly, it
may be frozen. Thaw out the starter before attempting
to start the machine.
5. While the engine is running, move the choke lever
gradually to the left.
6. Unplug the extension cord from the power source and
the machine (Model 38473 only).
CAUTION
If you leave the machine plugged into a power
source, someone can inadvertently start the
machine and injure people or damage property
(model 38473 only).
Unplug the power cord whenever you are not
starting the machine.

Engaging the Rotor Blades

To engage the rotor blades, hold the control bar against the
handle (Figure 20).
1. Control bar

Disengaging the Rotor Blades

To disengage the rotor blades, release the control bar
21).
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Figure 20
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