Operating The Parking Brake; Operating The Throttle; Operating The Ignition Switch - Toro 74311TE Operator's Manual

Operating the Parking Brake

Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or
leave it unattended.
Setting the Parking Brake
WARNING
The parking brake may not hold a machine parked
on a slope and could cause personal injury or
property damage.
Do not park on slopes unless the wheels are
chocked or blocked.
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Releasing the Parking Brake
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Operating the Throttle

The throttle control can be moved between Fast and Slow
positions (Figure 11).
Always use the middle position when turning on the mower
deck and blower with the PTO engagement lever.
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Figure 10

Operating the Ignition Switch

1. Turn the ignition key to the S
12). 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.
Note: Additional starting cycles may be required
when starting the engine for the first time after the fuel
system has been completely without fuel.
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2. To shut off the engine, turn the ignition key to the stop
position.
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Figure 11
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Figure 12
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