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Choke
Use the choke to start a cold engine ( Figure 5 ).
Blade-Control Switch (PTO)
Use the blade-control switch (PTO) to engage and disengage
the mower blades (
Figure 5 ).
Ignition Switch
Use the ignition switch to start the mower engine ( Figure 5 ).
The switch has 3 positions: O
FF
, R
UN
, and S
TART
.
Motion-Control Levers
The motion-control levers are used to drive the machine
forward and reverse and to turn either direction (
Figure 5 ).
Fuel-Shutoff Valve
Close the fuel-shutoff valve (located on the left side of the
fuel tank) when transporting or storing the mower (
Figure 4 ).
Attachments/Accessories
A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is
available for use with the machine to enhance and expand
its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or
Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved
attachments and accessories.
Specifications
Note:
Specifications and design are subject to change
without notice.
Width with deflector down 163 cm (64 inches)
Width with deflector raised 127 cm (50 inches)
Length with platform down 191 cm (75 inches)
Length with platform up 155 cm (61 inches)
Height 122 cm (48 inches)
Weight 408 kg (899 lb)
Operation
Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
Think Safety First
Carefully read all the safety instructions and decals in the
safety section. Knowing this information could help you or
bystanders avoid injury.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85 dBA at the operator's ear and can cause hearing
loss from extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
Use protective equipment for your eyes, ears, and feet.
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1 2
Figure 6
1. Wear eye protection. 2. Wear hearing protection.
Adding Fuel
•
For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days
old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or
higher ((R+M)/2 rating method).
•
Ethanol : Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol)
or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) by volume
is acceptable. Ethanol and MTBE are not the same.
Gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15) by volume is not
approved for use.
Never use gasoline that contains
more than 10% ethanol by volume , such as E15
(contains 15% ethanol), E20 (contains 20% ethanol), or
E85 (contains up to 85% ethanol). Using unapproved
gasoline may cause performance problems and/or engine
damage which may not be covered under warranty.
•
Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
•
Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel containers
over the winter unless you use a fuel stabilizer.
•
Do not add oil to gasoline.
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