Using The Self-Propel Drive; Shutting Off The Engine - Toro Reccycler Manual

Starting the Engine Using the Recoil-Start Handle
1. Hold the blade-control bar against the handle (A of
2. Pull the recoil-start handle (B of
Note:
When you pull the recoil-start handle, pull it 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.

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 (Figure 15).
Note:
If the machine does not freely roll backward
after self-propelling, stop walking, hold your hands
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Figure 15
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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 pushing 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

Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Ensure
To shut off the engine, release the blade-control bar.
Note:
Remove the electric-start button (if equipped)
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whenever you leave the machine.
Important:
bar, the engine should shut off and the blade
should stop within 3 seconds. If they do not, stop
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that the engine shuts off within
3 seconds after releasing the
blade-control bar.
When you release the blade-control
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