Toro Z593-D Z Master 74264TE, Operator'S Manual

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Operating the Mower
Blade-Control Switch (PTO)
The blade-control switch (PTO) starts and stops the mower
blades and any powered attachments.
Engaging the Blade-Control Switch
(PTO)
Note:
Engaging the blade-control switch (PTO) with the
throttle position at half or less causes excessive wear to the
drive belts.
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Figure 19
Disengaging the Blade-Control Switch
(PTO)
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Figure 20
Operating the Throttle
You can move the throttle control between the F
AST
and
S
LOW
positions ( Figure 21 ).
Always use the F
AST
position when turning on the mower
deck with the blade-control switch (PTO).
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Figure 21
Operating the Ignition Switch
1. Turn the ignition key to the S
TART
position ( Figure 22 ).
Note:
When the engine starts, release the key.
Important:
Do not engage the starter for more
than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to
start, wait 15 seconds 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 22
2. Turn the ignition key to the S
TOP
position to shut off
the engine.
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