Toro 39521 Operator's Manual page 26

Tap the bottom of the multi-function switch to increase
the tine depth to remove a longer plug.
Tap the top of the switch to decrease the tine depth
to remove a shorter plug.
Note:
You can make tine-depth adjustments with the
multi-function switch only. The ideal plug depth is 6.4
to 7.6 cm (2-1/2 to 3 inches). Adjust the controls to
adapt to the soil conditions.
Raising the Tines
To raise the tines, remove your foot from the
tine-elevation switch (Figure
Important:
The tines rotate when the
motion-control lever is moved out of the neutral
position.
Shutting Off the Engine
1. Move the motion-control levers to the neutral
position and bring the machine to a full stop;
refer to Motion-Control Levers (page
2. Lift your foot off the tine ground-engagement
foot switch control to raise the tines; refer to
Raising the Tines (page
3. Place the throttle in the midway between the
S and F positions; refer to
LOW AST
(page 12).
4. Allow the engine to run for a minimum of 15
seconds, then turn the key switch to the O
position to shut off the engine; refer to
Switch (page 14).
5. Engage the parking brake; refer to
Handle (page 13).
6. Remove the key to prevent children or other
unauthorized persons from starting the engine.
7. Close the fuel-shutoff valve when the machine
will not be used for a few days, when
transporting, or when the machine is parked
inside a building; refer to
Valve (page 24).
8).
12).
26).
Throttle Lever
FF
Key
Parking-Brake
Using the Fuel-Shutoff
Driving the Machine
CAUTION
Machine can spin very rapidly by positioning
1 lever too much ahead of the other. You may
lose control of the machine, which may cause
damage to the machine or injury.
• Use caution when making turns.
• Slow the machine down before making
sharp turns.
Important:
To drive the machine (forward or
backward), disengage the brake lever before you
can move the motion-control levers.
1. Left motion-control lever
2. Right motion-control lever
3. Front reference bar
4. Front of the machine
Driving Forward
1. Make sure that the motion-control levers are in
the neutral position.
2. Disengage the parking brake.
3. To move forward in a straight line, move both
levers forward with equal pressure.
Note:
The machine moves faster the farther
the motion-control levers are moved from the
neutral position.
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Figure 25
5. Forward
6. Neutral
7. Reverse
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