Operating The Choke; Starting The Engine - Toro 76601 Operator's Manual

Operating the Choke

Use the choke to start a cold engine.
1. Pull up the choke knob to engage the choke
before using the key switch
2. Push down the choke knob to disengage the
choke after the engine has started
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1. O position
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2. O position
FF

Starting the Engine

Note:
A warm or hot engine may not require choking.
Important:
Do not engage the starter for more
than 5 seconds at a time. Engaging the starter
motor for more than 5 seconds can damage the
starter motor. If the engine fails to start, wait 10
seconds before operating the engine starter again.
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