Starting The Engine - Toro Power Clear 721 R Operator's Manual

causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
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Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating the machine in reverse.
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Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm
hold on the handles. Walk; never run.
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Exercise extreme caution when operating the
machine on a slope.
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Do not operate the machine without good visibility
or light.
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Look behind and use care when backing up the
machine.
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When not actively clearing snow, disengage power
to the auger.
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Exercise extreme caution when operating the
machine on or crossing gravel drives (2-stage
models only), walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traffic.
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Never attempt to make any adjustments while
the engine is running, except as directed in the
instructions.

Starting the Engine

Using Electric Start
Note:
Remove your glove when you push in the primer so that air cannot escape from the primer hole.
Important:
Do not use the primer or the choke if the engine has been running and is hot. Excessive
priming may flood the engine and prevent it from starting.
To use the electric starter (electric-start models only), connect a power cord to the electric-start plug-in first
and then to a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) power outlet. Use only a UL-listed, 16-gauge power cord
recommended for outdoor use that is not longer than 15 m (50 ft).
WARNING
The electrical cord can become damaged, causing a shock or fire.
Thoroughly inspect the electrical cord before plugging it into a power source. If the cord
is damaged, do not use it. Replace or repair the damaged cord immediately. Contact an
Authorized Service Dealer for assistance.
Important:
Run the electric starter no more than 10 times at intervals of 5 seconds on, then 5 seconds
off. Running the electric starter extensively can overheat and damage it. If the engine does not start
after this series of attempts, wait at least 40 minutes to allow the starter to cool before attempting to
start it again. If the engine does not start after the second series of attempts, take the machine to an
Authorized Service Dealer for service.
If the recoil starter does not operate properly, it may be frozen. Thaw out the starter before attempting to
start the machine.
CAUTION
If you leave the machine plugged into a power source, someone can inadvertently start the
machine and injure people or damage property (electric-start models only).
Unplug the power cord whenever you are not starting the machine.
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After striking a foreign object, shut off the engine,
remove the ignition key (electric-start models
only), inspect the machine for damage. Repair any
damage before starting the machine.
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If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, shut off
the engine and check immediately for the cause.
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Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are
dangerous.
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Do not overload the machine capacity by
attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
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Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting the engine.
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Shut off the engine whenever you leave the
operating position, before clearing or unclogging
the collector, impeller, or discharge chute, and
when making any repairs, adjustments, or
inspections.
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Never operate the machine at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces.
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