Starting And Stopping The Engine - Toro ProLine 30187 Operator's Manual

Operation
Starting and Stopping
the Engine
Starting
1. Make sure spark plug wire(s) are installed on
spark plug(s) and fuel valve is open.
2. Move the throttle control to "CHOKE" position
before starting a cold engine.
Note: A warm or hot engine may require
choking. After engine starts, move
choke control to "RUN" position.
3. Turn ignition key "START" to energize starter.
When engines starts, release key.
IMPORTANT: Do not engage starter for
more than 10 seconds at a time. If engine fails
to start allow 30 second cool-down period
between attempts. Failure to follow these
instructions can burn out starter motor.
4. When engine starts move the throttle control to
the "FAST" position.
Stopping
1. Move the throttle lever to "SLOW" (Fig. 10).
Note: If the engine has been working hard or
is hot, let it idle for a minute before
turning the ignition key "OFF." This
helps cool the engine before it is
stopped. In an emergency, the engine
may be stopped by turning the ignition
key to "OFF."
2. Turn the ignition key to "OFF" (Fig. 10).
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Figure 10
1. Throttle lever
3. Pull wire off spark plug(s) to prevent possibility
of accidental starting before transporting or
storing machine.
4. Close fuel shut off valve, under fuel tank, before
transporting or storing machine.
IMPORTANT: Make sure fuel shut off valve
is closed before transporting or storing
machine, as fuel leakage may occur.
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2. Ignition key