Operating The Throttle; Operating The Choke; Operating The Ignition Switch; Starting And Shutting Off The Engine - Toro Z Master Commercial TURBO FORCE 3000 Series Operator's Manual

Operating the Throttle

You can move the throttle control between the F
and S positions (Figure
LOW
Always use the F position when turning on the
AST
mower deck with the blade-control switch (PTO).
Figure 21

Operating the Choke

Use the choke to start a cold engine.
1. If the engine is cold, use the choke to start the
engine.
2. Pull up on the choke knob to engage the choke
before using the ignition switch
3. Push down on the choke to disengage the choke
after the engine has started
Figure 22
1. On position
AST
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2. Off position
Operating the Ignition
Switch
1. Turn the ignition key to the S
(Figure 23).
Note:
When the engines starts, release the key.
Important:
Do not engage starter for more
than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails
to start allow a 15 second cool-down period
between attempts. Failure to follow these
instructions can burn out the starter motor.
Note:
You may need multiple attempts to start
the engine when you start it the first time after
the fuel system has been without fuel completely.
2. Turn the ignition key to shut off the engine.
Starting and Shutting Off
the Engine
Starting the Engine
1. Raise the ROPS up and lock into place, sit on
the seat, and fasten the seat belt.
2. Move the motion controls to the N
position.
3. Engage the parking brake; refer to
Parking Brake (page
4. Move the blade-control switch (PTO) to the O
position (Figure
5. Move the throttle lever midway between the
S and F
LOW AST
23
position
TART
Figure 23
EUTRAL
Engaging the
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LOCK
FF