Toro TimeCutter ZD420T, Operator'S Manual

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Starting and Stopping the
Engine
Starting the Engine
1. Sit down on the seat and move the motion controls
to the brake position.
2. Disengage the blades by moving the blade control
switch to Off (Figure 10).
Figure 10
1. Blade control switch—On 2. Blade control switch—Off
3. Move the throttle lever to Choke before starting a
cold engine (Figure 11).
Note:
A warm or hot engine may not require
choking.
4. Turn the ignition key to Start to energize the starter.
When the engine starts, release the key.
Important:
Do not engage the starter for more
than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine fails
to start, allow a 60 second cool-down period
between attempts. Failure to follow these
instructions can burn out the starter motor.
5. After the engine starts, move the throttle lever to
Fast (Figure 11). If the engine stalls or hesitates,
move the throttle lever back to Choke for a few
seconds. Then move the throttle lever to the desired
setting. Repeat this as required.
Figure 11
1. Engine 3. Fast
2. Choke 4. Slow
Figure 12
1. Off 3. Start
2. Run 4. Ignition
Stopping the Engine
1. Move the throttle lever to Fast (Figure 11).
2. Disengage the blades by moving the blade control
switch to Off (Figure 10).
3. Turn the ignition key to Off (Figure 12).
4. Pull the wire off of the spark plug(s) to prevent
the possibility of someone accidentally starting the
machine before transporting or storing the machine.
5. Close the fuel shut-off valve under the front of the
fuel tank before transporting or storing the machine.
Important:
Make sure the fuel shut-off valve
is closed before transporting or storing the
machine, as fuel leakage may occur.
Driving Forward or Backward
The throttle control regulates the engine speed as
measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place
the throttle control in the Fast position for best
performance. Always operate in the full throttle
position.
WARNING
The machine can spin very rapidly. The operator
may lose control of the machine and cause personal
injury or damage to the machine.
• Use caution when making turns.
• Slow the machine down before making sharp
turns.
Forward
1. Move the levers to the center, unlocked position.
2. To go forward, slowly push the motion control
levers forward (Figure 13).
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