Toro LX465 Operator's Manual page 14

Throttle / Choke Control
The throttle/choke control is
located on the right side of the
tractor's dash panel. This lever
controls the speed of the engine
and, when pushed all the way
forward, closes the choke for cold
starting. When set in a given
position, the throttle will maintain
a uniform engine speed.
When operating the
IMPORTANT:
tractor with the cutting deck
engaged, be certain that the
throttle/choke control is always
in the FAST (rabbit) position.
Brake Pedal
The brake pedal is located on the
right front side of the tractor
above the drive pedal along the
running board. The brake pedal
can be used for sudden stops or
setting the parking brake.
NOTE:
The brake pedal must
be fully pressed to activate the
safety interlock switch when
.
starting the tractor
Deck Lift Lever
Found on your tractor's right
fender, the deck lift lever is used
to change the height of the
cutting deck. To use, move the
lever to the left, then place in the
notch best suited for your
application.
Ignition Switch Module
Choke
Position
To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition
switch and turn clockwise to the START position.
Release the key into the NORMAL MOWING MODE
position once the engine has fired.
To stop the engine, turn the ignition key
counterclockwise to the STOP position. See Figure 8.
IMPORTANT:
Interlock System on page 16 and Reverse Caution Mode on
page 16 of this manual for detailed instructions
regarding the Ignition Switch Module and operating the
tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MODE.
Drive Pedal
The drive pedal is located on the
right side of the tractor, along the
running board. Press the upper
portion of the drive pedal forward
to cause the tractor to travel
forward. Press the lower portion
of the drive pedal with the ball of
your right foot (NOT your heel) to
cause the tractor to travel in
reverse. Ground speed is also
controlled with the drive pedal.
The further forward or rearward
that the pedal is pivoted, the
faster the tractor will travel. The
pedal will return to its original
position when it's not pressed.
IMPORTANT:
parking brake when leaving the
tractor unattended.
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WARNING:
Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always disengage the PTO,
move the shift lever into Neutral, set the
parking brake, stop the engine and remove
the key to prevent unintended starting.
Stop
Position
Figure 8
Prior to operating the tractor, refer to Safety
Always set the
Normal
Mowing
Mode
Start
Position