Driving The Machine; Shutting Off The Engine; Moving A Non-Functioning Machine - Toro STX-38 Operator's Manual

Driving the Machine

Use the traction controls to move the machine. The
farther you move the traction controls in any direction,
the faster the machine moves in that direction.
Release the traction controls to stop the machine.
CAUTION
When reversing, you may back into stationary
objects or over bystanders and cause serious
personal injury or death.
Look behind you for obstructions or
bystanders and keep your hands on the
reference bar.
The throttle control regulates the engine speed as
measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the
throttle lever in the F
AST
You can, however, use the throttle position to operate
at slower speeds.

Shutting off the Engine

1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage
the parking brake (if applicable), and lower the
hydraulic lift.
2. Move the throttle lever to the S
(Figure 18).
3. If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let
it idle for a minute before turning the key switch
to the O position.
FF
Note:
This helps to cool the engine before you
shut it off. In an emergency, you can shut off
the engine immediately.
4. Turn the key switch to the O
remove the key.
CAUTION
A child or untrained bystander could
attempt to operate the machine and be
injured.
Remove the key from the switch when
leaving the machine, even if just for a few
seconds.
position for best performance.
position
LOW
position and
FF
Moving a Non-Functioning
Machine
Important:
Do not tow or pull the machine
without first opening the tow valves, or you will
damage the hydraulic system.
1. Engage the parking brake and lower the
hydraulic lift.
2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.
3. Remove the bottom shield.
4. Using a wrench, turn the tow valves on the
hydraulic pumps twice counter-clockwise
19).
1. Tow valves
5. Install the bottom shield and tow the machine
as required.
6. After repairing the machine, close the tow valves
before operating it.
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Figure 19
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