Operating The Blades - Toro 74398 Operator's Manual

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1. Control panel
2. Throttle
3. Fast
4. Turn the ignition key to Start to energize the starter.
When the engine starts, release the key (Figure 13).
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 damage the starter motor.
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4. Continuous variable
setting
5. Slow
6. Choke control
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1. Control panel
2. Ignition key—run position
3. Ignition key—start position 7. Choke control
4. Off
5. After the engine starts, push down on the Choke
control (Figure 13). If the engine stalls or hesitates,
pull up on the Choke control and let the engine run
for a few seconds. Then push down on the Choke
control. Repeat this as required.

Operating the Blades

The blade control switch, represented by a power
take-off (PTO) symbol, engages and disengages power
to the mower blades. This switch controls power to any
attachments that draw power from the engine, including
the mower deck and cutting blades.
Engaging the Blades
Important: Do not engage the blades when
parked in tall grass. Belt or clutch damage can
occur.
1. Release pressure on the motion control levers and
place the machine in neutral.
2. Move the throttle to the Fast position.
Note: Always engage the blades with the throttle
in the Fast position.
3. Pull up on the blade control switch to move it to
the On position and engage the blades (Figure 14).
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Figure 13
5. Run
6. Start