Using The Self-Propel Drive; Using The Traction-Assist Handle - Toro 20353 Operator's Manual

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.
(Figure
Figure 18
Using the Traction-Assist
Handle
The traction-assist handle
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hands to control the speed of the machine instead of your
walking speed. This is helpful for turning tight corners
and going up hills, where you want the machine to move
but cannot move yourself. It is also useful for mowing at
maximum speed.
1. Traction-assist handle
1. Reach forward with your fingertips and grasp the
corners of the traction-assist handle
2. Squeeze the 2 handles together until the machine
achieves your desired ground speed.
3. Release the traction-assist handle when you no longer
need it.
Important: The machine will continue to
self-propel until you release the traction-assist
handle and stop walking.
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(Figure 19) allows you to use your
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Figure 20
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