Starting The Engine; Driving The Machine; Shutting Off The Engine; Using Attachments - Toro TX 427 Operation And Safety Manual

– Bodies of water
The machine could suddenly roll over if a track
goes over the edge or the edge caves in. Maintain
a safe distance between the machine and any
hazard.
•
Do not remove or add attachments on a slope.
•
Do not park the machine on a hillside or slope.

Starting the Engine

1. Stand on the platform (if equipped on your
machine).
2. Ensure that the auxiliary hydraulics lever is in
the N position.
EUTRAL
3. Move the choke lever fully forward if you are
starting a cold engine.
Note:
A warm or hot engine may not require
choking.
4. Move the throttle lever midway between the
S and F positions.
LOW AST
5. Insert the key into the key switch and turn it to
the S position. When the engines starts,
TART
release the key.
Important:
Do not engage the starter for
more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine
fails to start, wait 30 seconds for the starter
to cool down between attempts. Failure to
follow these instructions could burn out the
starter motor.
6. After the engine starts, gradually move the
choke lever back to the O
engine stalls or hesitates, move the choke
forward again until the engine warms up.
7. Move the throttle lever to the desired setting.
Important:
Running the engine at high
speeds when the hydraulic system is cold
(i.e., when the air temperature is at or
below freezing) could damage the hydraulic
system. When starting the engine in cold
conditions, allow it to run in the middle
throttle position for 2 to 5 minutes before
moving the throttle to the F
Note:
If the outdoor temperature is below
freezing, store the machine in a garage to keep
it warmer and to aid in starting.
position. If the
FF
position.
AST

Driving the Machine

Use the traction control to move the machine. The
farther you move the traction control in any direction,
the faster the machine moves in that direction.
Release the traction control to stop the machine.
The throttle control regulates the engine speed as
measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the
throttle lever in the F
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 equipped), and lower the
loader arms.
2. Ensure that the auxiliary hydraulics lever is in
the N position.
EUTRAL
3. Move the throttle lever 3/4 of the way to the
F position.
AST
Note:
If you set the throttle lower than halfway
to the F position, the engine may continue to
AST
run for 1 second after turning the key to the O
position, preventing a loud after-fire bang.
4. 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.
5. Turn the key switch to the O
remove the key.
CAUTION
Children or bystanders may be injured if they
move or attempt to operate the machine while
it is unattended.
Always remove the key and engage the
parking brake when leaving the machine
unattended.

Using Attachments

Installing an Attachment
Important:
Use only Toro-approved attachments.
Attachments can change the stability and the
operating characteristics of the machine. The
warranty of the machine may be voided if you use
the machine with unapproved attachments.
Important:
Before installing the attachment,
ensure that the mount plates are free of any dirt or
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position for best performance.
AST
position and
FF
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