Starting The Engine; Using The Self-Propel Drive; Shutting Off The Engine - Toro Recycler 20958 Operator's Manual

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Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip-and-fall
accident.
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Stop the machine and inspect the blades after striking an
object or if there is an abnormal vibration in the machine.
Make all necessary repairs before resuming operation.
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Before leaving the operating position, shut off the engine,
and wait for all moving parts to stop.
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If the engine has been running the muffler will be hot and
can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot muffler.
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Check the grass catcher components and the discharge
guard frequently and replace them with the manufacturer's
recommended parts when necessary.
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Use accessories and attachments approved by the The
Toro® Company only.
Slope Safety
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Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Use
extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
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Do not mow on excessively steep slopes. Poor footing
could cause a slip-and-fall accident.
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Mow with caution near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments.

Starting the Engine

Note: You can start the engine either from the operating
position (Figure 19) or at the engine (with the recoil-start
handle out of the rope guide).
Pull the recoil-starter handle lightly until you feel resistance,
then pull it sharply. Allow the rope to return to the handle
slowly.
Note: If the machine does not start after several attempts,
contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Figure 19

Using the Self-Propel Drive

To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands
on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the
machine will automatically keep pace with you
Note: If the machine does not freely roll backward after
self-propelling, stop walking, hold your hands in place, and
allow the machine to roll a couple of centimeters (inches)
forward to disengage the wheel drive. You can also try
reaching just under the upper handle to the metal handle and
push the machine forward a couple of centimeters (inches).
If the machine still does not roll backward easily, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.

Shutting Off the Engine

To shut off the engine, press and hold the ignition switch
(Figure 13) until the engine shuts off.
Important: When you release the blade-control bar,
the blade should stop within 3 seconds. If it does not
stop properly, stop using your machine immediately and
contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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