3.
With the engine running, engage the service
brake (not the parking-brake latch), press the
OPC, and engage the traction lever (
).
The engine should labor to overcome the brake
but should not shut off. If the engine shuts off
immediately, the interlock switch needs service.
Correct the problem before operating the
machine; refer to
.
4.
With the engine running, engage the
parking-brake latch, press the OPC, and engage
the traction lever (
). The engine
should
shut off. If the engine does not shut off,
the interlock switch needs service. Correct the
problem before operating the machine; refer to
Servicing the Brake-Interlock Switch (page 34)
.
5.
Carefully lower the machine off the kickstand.
Transporting the Machine
to a Job Site
Transporting the Machine Using
Transport Wheels
Use the transport wheels to transport the machine a
shorter distance.
1.
Install the transport wheels; refer to
the Transport Wheels (page 9)
.
2.
Ensure that the traction and reel-drive controls
are in the N
EUTRAL
position.
3.
Start the engine; refer to
(page 24)
.
4.
Set the throttle control to S
LOW
, tip the front of
the machine up, gradually engage the traction
drive, and slowly increase the engine speed.
5.
Adjust the throttle to operate the mower at the
desired ground speed and transport the machine
to the desired destination.
Transporting the Machine Using a
Trailer
Use a trailer to transport the machine a considerable
distance. Use caution while loading and unloading the
machine onto the trailer.
1.
Carefully drive the machine onto the trailer.
2.
Shut off the engine, engage the parking brake,
and turn the fuel valve to the O
FF
position.
3.
Use a full-width ramp for loading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
4.
Securely fasten the machine to the trailer.
Note:
You can use the Toro Trans Pro trailer to
transport the machine. For instructions on loading the
trailer, refer to your trailer
Operator’s Manual
.
Important:
Do not run the engine while
transporting it on a trailer because damage can
occur to the machine.
Using the Choke Lever
Use the choke lever to aid in starting a cold engine.
Move the lever to the C
HOKE
position when starting a
cold engine. After the engine starts, move the lever
to the R
UN
position.
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Figure 28
1.
Choke lever—C
HOKE
position
2.
Choke lever—R
UN
position
Opening and Closing the
Fuel-Shutoff Valve
Control fuel flow to the engine with the fuel-shutoff
valve as follows:
•
To open the fuel valve, turn the fuel-shutoff lever
toward the recoil starter handle (
•
To shut the fuel valve, turn the fuel-shutoff lever
away from the recoil starter handle (
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