Toro 30672, Operator'S Manual, Page: 15 / 48

Shutting Off the Engine
Important:
In an emergency, you can stop the
engine immediately by turning the ignition key to
the Off position.
1. Move the throttle lever to the S
LOW
position
( Figure 6 ).
2. Idle the engine for 30 to 60 seconds before
turning the ignition key to the O
FF
position.
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Figure 6
1. Blade-control lever (PTO) 3. Ignition key
2. Throttle lever
3. Engage the parking brakes and remove the
ignition key.
4. Disconnect the spark-plug wires.
5. Close the fuel-shutoff valve.
Important:
Ensure that you close the
fuel-shutoff valve before transporting or
storing the machine, as fuel may leak.
Operating the
Blade-Control Lever (PTO)
The blade-control lever (PTO) engages and
disengages power to the mower blades.
Engaging the Mower Blades
1. Squeeze the blade-control bail against the upper
control bar (
Figure 7 ).
2. Push the blade-control lever (PTO) firmly
forward, until it latches over the center.
Note:
If you release the blade-control bail, start
the engine and repeat this procedure to engage
the mower blades.
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Figure 7
1. Upper control bar 3. Blade-control lever (PTO)
2. Blade-control bail
Disengaging the Mower Blades
Pull the blade-control lever (PTO) fully rearward
(
Figure 7 ).
Note:
The engine shuts off if you release the
blade-control bail with the blade-control lever
engaged.
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