Toro ProForce 44538, Operator'S Manual

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Note:
A warm or hot engine may not require
choking. After engine starts, move choke control
to off position.
3. Rotate the engine ignition key to the “START”
position and quickly release it to the “ON” position.
This wakes up the receiver.
Note:
If the key was left in the on position for an
extended time, move the key to the off position
before proceeding to the starting procedure.
4. On the remote, use the following sequence to start
the engine:
Note:
Using this sequence prevents the remote
from accidentally starting the engine.
• Press the START button.
• Then, press the rotate left button.
• Then, press the rotate right button.
• Then, press and hold the START button until
the engine starts.
Important:
Do not engage starter for more
than 10 seconds at a time. If engine fails to
start allow 30 second cool-down period between
attempts. Failure to follow these instructions
can burn out starter motor.
Note:
If the START button is pressed inadvertently
without completing the starting sequence, the chute
direction buttons will not function. Wait 5 seconds
before pressing the chute direction buttons.
5. After the engine starts, move the choke control to
the off position. If the engine stalls or hesitates,
move the choke back to the ON position for a few
seconds, then set the engine speed to the desired
setting. Repeat this as required.
Stopping the Engine
1. Decrease the engine speed midway between the
slow and fast positions.
2. Let the engine idle for 20 seconds.
3. Press the STOP button on the remote.
4. If leaving the machine, rotate the key to the OFF
position and remove it from the engine.
Important:
The lights on the control module
will stay on and the chute can be rotated for 30
minutes after the key is turned off.
Controller Time Out
The blower is equipped with a time-out feature for the
control module. The time-out feature is activated after
30 minutes of continuous remote transmitter
inactivity .
• When in the time-out mode the engine will not run
(or will quit running) and the remote transmitter
will not control any function.
• To wake controller in time-out mode, turn the key
switch to the OFF position and then turn the key
switch to the start position momentarily (engine will
turn over).
• To avoid controller time-out during operation, use
the remote transmitter to rotate the chute or change
the engine speed at least every 30 minutes.
Adjusting the Nozzle Direction
The direction of the nozzle opening can be changed
from right to left by pressing the appropriate button on
the remote control.
Operating Tips
Discharged air has considerable force and could
cause injury or loss of footing.
• Stay away from nozzle opening when
machine is operating.
• Keep bystanders away from nozzle opening
when machine is running.
TIP OVER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH.
• NEVER operate on steep slopes.
• Operate on slopes up and down, never
across the face.
• When going uphill or downhill, do not stop
or start suddenly.
• Stay alert for holes in the terrain or other
hidden hazards. To avoid tipping or loss of
control, do not drive close to a ditch, creek
or drop off.
• If the tow vehicle stops while going uphill,
back slowly downhill. Do not attempt to
turn.
• Practice operating the blower. It is advisable to blow
the same direction the wind is blowing to prevent
material from blowing back into the cleared area.
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