Shutting Off The Engine - Toro Power Max 826 OE Operator's Manual

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1. Electric-start button
2. Electric-start plug-in
To use the electric starter (electric start 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).
Important: Do not use a worn or damaged power
cord.
WARNING
The electrical cord can become damaged,
causing a shock or fire.
Thoroughly inspect the electrical cord before
using the machine. If the cord is damaged,
do not operate the machine. Replace or repair
the damaged cord immediately. Contact an
Authorized Service Dealer for assistance.
Important: To prevent damaging the electric
starter, run it in short cycles (5 seconds maximum,
then wait one minute before trying to start it
again). If the engine still does not start, take
the machine to an Authorized Service Dealer for
service.
8. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet first
and then from the machine (electric start only).
9. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes,
move the choke toward the R
engine to run smoothly before each choke adjustment.
3. Recoil-start handle
position. Wait for the
UN
CAUTION
If you leave the machine plugged into a power
outlet, someone can inadvertently start the machine
and injure people or damage property.
Unplug the power cord whenever you are not
starting the machine.

Shutting Off the Engine

1. Move the throttle to the S
S position (Figure
TOP
2. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3. Remove the ignition key.
4. Close the fuel-shutoff valve by rotating it clockwise
(Figure 27).
5. Pull the recoil-start handle 3 or 4 times. This helps
prevent the recoil starter from freezing up.
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position and then to the
LOW
26).
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Figure 27