Operating The Neutral Locks - Toro 30069 Operator's Manual

Note: Do not engage the starter for more than
5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start,
allow for a 15 second cool-down period between
attempts. Failure to follow these instructions can
burn out the starter motor.
11. Push the choke to off as the engine warms up
(Figure 9).
12. If the engine is cold, allow it to warm up and then
move the throttle control to the fast position.
Stopping the Engine
1. Move drive levers to neutral and set neutral locks.
2. Move the throttle lever to slow (Figure 9).
3. Disengage the blade control knob (PTO) and move
the speed control lever to neutral.
4. Let engine idle for 30 to 60 seconds before turning
the engine off.
5. To stop the engine, turn the ignition key to off.
Figure 9
1. Throttle lever
2. Ignition switch
Important: Make sure fuel shut off valve is
closed before transporting or storing machine,
as fuel leakage may occur. Before storing
machine, remove wire from the sparking plug(s)
to prevent possibility of accidental starting.

Operating the Neutral Locks

Always set the neutral lock when you stop the machine.
Set the parking brake if it is left unattended.
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3. Choke
Setting the Neutral Lock
1. Squeeze the drive levers back until an increase in
force is felt.
2. Place thumbs on the upper part of the locks and
move them back until the pins are in the neutral
position (Figure 10).
1. Handle
2. Neutral lock
3. Neutral position
Releasing the Neutral Lock
1. Squeeze the drive levers back until an increase in
force is felt.
2. Place thumbs on the upper part of locks and move
them forward until the pins are in the forward slot
(Figure 11).
1. Handle
2. Neutral lock
3. Drive lever
15
Figure 10
4. Drive lever
5. Full speed forward
6. Reverse position
Figure 11
4. Pin in full speed forward
5. Handle
6. Forward slot