Operating The Power Take Off (Pto); The Safety Interlock System - Toro 74253 Operator's Manual

Important: Do not engage starter for more
than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails
to start allow a 15 second cool-down period
between attempts. Failure to follow these
instructions can burn out the starter motor.
Note: Additional starting cycles may be required
when starting the engine for the first time after the
fuel system has been without fuel completely.
Figure 13
1. Off
2. Run
Stopping the Engine
1. Push the PTO to the Off position (Figure 11).
2. Move the throttle lever midway between the Slow
and Fast positions (Figure 12).
3. Let the engine idle for 60 seconds.
4. Turn the ignition key to the Off position and
remove the key (Figure 13).
5. Close the fuel shut off valve before transporting
or storing the machine. Refer to Fuel System
Maintenance , page 35.
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. Make sure
to remove the key as the fuel pump may run
and cause the battery to lose charge.
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.
3. Start
Operating the Power Take Off
(PTO)
The power take off (PTO) switch starts and stops the
mower blades and any powered attachments.
Engaging the PTO
1. If the engine is cold, allow the engine to warm up 5
to 10 minutes before engaging the PTO.
2. While seated in the seat, release the pressure on the
traction control levers and place in neutral.
3. Place the throttle in the fast position.
Note: Engaging the PTO with the throttle at the
half or less position will cause excessive wear to the
drive belts.
4. Pull out on the power take off (PTO) switch to
engage it (Figure 14).
1. PTO-On
Disengaging the PTO
To disengage, push the PTO switch to the off position
(Figure 14).

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.
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Figure 14
2. PTO-Off