Toro TimeCutter HD X5450, Operator'S Manual

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Operating the Ignition Switch
1. Turn the ignition key to the S
TART
position ( Figure 21 ).
Note:
When the engines starts, release the key.
Important:
Do not engage starter for more than 5
seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, allow
a 15 second cool-down period between attempts.
Failure to follow these instructions can burn out
the starter motor.
Note:
You may need multiple attempts to start the
engine when you start it the first time after the fuel
system has been without fuel completely.
ST
ART
RUN
ST
OP
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Figure 21
2. Turn the ignition key to shut off the engine.
Starting and Shutting Off the
Engine
Starting the Engine
Note:
A warm or hot engine may not require choking.
Important:
Do not engage the starter for more than
5 seconds at a time. Engaging the starter motor for
more than 5 seconds can damage the starter motor. If
the engine fails to start, wait 10 seconds before operating
the engine starter again.
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Figure 22
Shutting Off the Engine
1. Disengage the blades by moving the blade-control
switch to the O
FF
position ( Figure 20 ).
2. Move the throttle lever to the F
AST
position.
3. Turn the ignition key to the O
FF
position and remove
the key.
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