Toro TimeCutter SW5425, Operator'S Manual

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Starting the Engine
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.
Sit down on the seat and engage the parking brake ( Figure 11 ).
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B
C
D
E
A
F
Figure 11
Operating the SmartPark ™
Parking Brake
The parking brake is activated electronically.
Engage the parking brake by 1 of the following actions:
•
Pressing the SmartPark
™
switch to the
ON
position
( Figure 5 ).
•
The parking brake engages automatically when the
operator leaves the seat and the traction control pedal is
in the
NEUTRAL
position.
•
The parking brake automatically engages 5 to 6 seconds
after the ignition switch is turned to the
OFF
position (if
not already engaged).
Disengage the parking brake by 1 of the following actions:
•
Tap the traction-control pedal forward or reverse.
•
Press the brake switch to the
OFF
position ( Figure 5 ).
Operating the Blades
The blade-control switch engages and disengages power
to the mower blades. This switch controls power to any
attachments that draw power from the engine, including the
mower deck and cutting blades.
Engaging the Blades
Important:
Do not engage the blades when the machine
is parked in tall grass. Belt or clutch damage can occur.
Note:
Always engage the blades with the throttle in the
FAST
position.
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Figure 12
Disengaging the Blades
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Figure 13
1. Power-takeoff (PTO) switch
Stopping the Engine
1. Disengage the blades by pushing the blade-control
switch to
OFF
( Figure 13 ).
2. Move the throttle lever to the
FAST
position.
3. Turn the ignition key to the
OFF
position and remove
the key.
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