Toro SGR-13, Original Instructions Manual

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Performing Daily
Maintenance
Before starting the machine each day, perform the
Each Use/Daily procedures listed in
Maintenance
(page 12) .
Starting the Engine
1. Move the fuel valve to the O
PEN
position, all the
way to the right ( Figure 8 ).
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Figure 8
1. Choke lever 3. Recoil-start handle
2. Fuel valve
2. Move the choke lever to the O
N
position ( Figure
8 ).
Note:
A warm or hot engine may not require
choking.
3. Move the throttle lever to the D
ISENGAGE
position.
4. Hold the safety bail against the handle and push
the handle down enough to raise the cutting
wheel off the ground.
5. Pull the recoil-start handle lightly until you feel
resistance, then pull the handle briskly (
Figure
8 ). Return the recoil-start handle gently.
6. After the engine starts, gradually move the
choke lever back to the O
FF
position. If the
engine stalls or hesitates, move the choke back
to the O
N
position again until the engine warms
up. Then move it to the O
FF
position.
Shutting Off the Engine
1. Move the throttle to the D
ISENGAGE
position.
Note:
If the engine has been working hard or
is hot, let it run for a minute before releasing the
safety bail. This helps to cool the engine before
shutting it off. In an emergency, the engine may
be shut off immediately.
2. Release the safety bail to shut off the engine.
3. Move the fuel valve to the C
LOSED
position, all
the way to the left.
Grinding a Stump
DANGER
This machine is capable of amputating hands
and feet.
• Always wear substantial, slip-resistant
footwear.
• Stay in the operating position while the
machine is running, and keep away from
moving parts.
• Keep all bystanders a safe distance away
from the machine.
• Stop the machine immediately if any
people or animals enter the work area.
WARNING
Grinding a stump throws wood chips, soil,
and other debris into the air, which could
injure you or bystanders.
• Always wear eye protection and long pants
when using the grinder.
• Keep all bystanders a safe distance away
from the grinder.
WARNING
The grinder is very loud when cutting a stump
and can damage your ears.
Always wear hearing protection when using
the grinder.
1. Set throttle to the D
ISENGAGE
position, start the
engine, and allow the machine to warm up for
2 minutes.
2. Push the handle down enough to raise the
cutting wheel off the ground (
Figure 9 ).
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