Operating The Ignition Switch; Starting And Stopping The Engine - Toro 74822 Operator's Manual

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Move the throttle lever back to disengage the choke
after the engine has started.

Operating the Ignition Switch

1. Turn the ignition key to the Start position
(Figure 14). When the engines starts, release the key.
Important: Do not engage starter for more
than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails
to start allow a 15 second cool-down period
between attempts. Failure to follow these
instructions can burn out the starter motor.
Note: Additional starting cycles may be required
when starting the engine for the first time after the
fuel system has been without fuel completely.
Figure 14
2. Turn the ignition key to stop to stop the engine.
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
Starting the Engine
1. Sit down on the seat (Figure 15).
2. Move the motion controls outward to the neutral
lock position (Figure 15).
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3. Set the parking brake (Figure 15); refer to Setting
the Parking Brake.
4. Move the blade control switch (PTO) to the Off
position (Figure 15).
5. Move the throttle lever to Choke before starting
a cold engine.
Note: A warm or hot engine may not require
choking.
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Figure 15
6. Turn the ignition key to the Start position
(Figure 14). When the engines starts, release the key.
Important: Do not engage starter for more
than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails
to start allow a 15 second cool-down period
between attempts. Failure to follow these
instructions can burn out the starter motor.
Note: Additional starting cycles may be required
when starting the engine for the first time after the
fuel system has been without fuel completely.
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