Operating The Platform; Driving Forward Or Backward - Toro 74538 Operator's Manual

Operating the Platform

The machine can be used with the platform in the up
or down position. It is the operator's preference on
which position to use.
Operating the Machine with the
Platform Up
Operating the machine with the platform up is
recommended when:
• Mowing near drop-off 's
• Mowing small areas where the machine is too long
• Areas with low over hanging branches or obstacles
• Loading the machine for transport
• Driving up slopes
To raise the platform, pull the back of the platform up
so the latch pin and knob lock it into place. Push it tight
against the cushion for the latch pin to lock into place.
Operating the Machine with the
Platform Down
Operating the machine with the platform down is
recommended when:
• Mowing most areas
• Driving across slopes
• Driving down slopes
To lower the platform, push the platform forward
against the cushion to release pressure on the latch pin
and then pull the knob out and lower the platform.
1. Platform up
2. Platform down

Driving Forward or Backward

The throttle control regulates the engine speed as
measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place
the throttle control in the fast position for best
performance. Always operate in the full throttle
position when mowing.
CAUTION
Machine can spin very rapidly. Operator may lose
control of machine and cause personal injury or
damage to machine.
Slow the machine down before making sharp turns.
Driving Forward
1. Release the parking brake; refer to Releasing the
Parking Brake in Operation.
2. Move the right side motion control lever to the
center, un-locked position.
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3. Pull the knob out to release
the platform
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