Starting The Engine; Shutting Off The Engine; Adjusting The Wheels - Toro 58601 Operator's Manual

machine forward. If this occurs, let go of the
machine; do not try to restrain it.
•
Exercise extreme caution when crossing gravel
surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
•
Do not leave a running machine unattended.
•
Shut off the machine and wait for all moving parts
to stop before you leave the operator's position.
Allow the machine to cool before adjusting, fueling,
unclogging, servicing, cleaning, or storing the
machine.
•
Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is
an odorless, deadly poison.
•
Use only accessories and attachments approved
by The Toro® Company.
•
Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine.
•
Always be sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on
the handle and walk, never run.
•
Allow the muffler and engine area to cool before
touching them.
•
The tines should not rotate when the engine is
idling; if they do rotate, contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
•
If an object becomes lodged in the tines, shut off
the engine, disconnect the wire from the spark
plug, and allow the engine to cool before removing
the object.

Starting the Engine

1. Press the primer bulb until the primer hose is
filled with gas.
Note:
Allow the bulb to return to its original
position between presses.
Note:
A warm or hot engine may not require
priming.
2. Move the choke lever to the C
Note:
A warm or hot engine may not require
choking.
3. Press the engine On/Off switch to the O
position.
4. Stand in the operating position and grab the
handle bar with 1 hand.
5. With your other hand, pull the starter handle
lightly until you feel resistance, then pull the
handle briskly. Return the starter handle gently.
Note:
If the engine does not start after 5 or 6
pulls, press the primer bulb once and pull the
starter handle again.

Shutting Off the Engine

Adjusting the Wheels

Adjust the wheels to 1 of 3 positions. Use the low
position when transporting the cultivator over level
surfaces while the engine is off. Use the middle and
high positions to help stabilize the machine when
cultivating at different depths.
position.
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6. Once the engine is running, move the choke
lever midway between the C
positions.
7. When the engine runs smoothly, move the choke
lever to the R position.
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8. Squeeze the throttle lever to the desired speed.
Note:
Use full throttle when possible. Do not let
the machine idle for extended periods of time.
1. Release the throttle lever.
2. Remain in the operating position and grab the
handle bar with 1 hand.
3. Move the engine On/Off switch to the O
position.
4. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position.
Figure 13
1. High position
2. Middle position
1. Move the machine to a level surface, shut off the
engine, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Pull the locking sleeve away out of the vertical
guide to the unlocked position
3. Slide the wheels to the desired position.
4. Release the locking sleeve and ensure it locks
into a notch in the vertical guide.
and R
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3. Low position
(Figure 14).