Toro 07253TC Operator's Manual page 15

on a steep grade, make sure the parking brake is
applied. Place blocks at the downhill side of the
wheels.
Figure 4
1. Accelerator pedal
2. Brake pedal
3. Parking brake
Choke Control
The choke control is located below and to the right of
the operator's seat. To start a cold engine, close the
carburetor choke (Fig. 5) by pulling the choke control
outward to ON position. After the engine starts,
regulate the choke to keep the engine running
smoothly. As soon as possible, open the choke by
pushing the control in to the OFF position. A warm
engine requires little or no choking.
Figure 5
1. Choke
2. Gear shift selector
Gear Shift Selector
The gear shift selector moves the vehicle in the
desired direction forward or reverse (Fig. 5). The
vehicle will start in either direction.
Note: If the gear shift selector is in reverse when the
ignition is turned on, a buzzer will sound to warn the
operator.the
Important
before changing the gear selection and direction.
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch (Fig. 6), used to start and stop the
engine, has two positions: OFF and ON. Turn the key
clockwise-ON position-to allow operation. When the
vehicle is stopped, turn the key counterclockwise to
THE OFF position. Remove the key from the ignition.
Hour Meter
The hour meter (Fig. 6) indicates the total number of
hours the engine is running. The hour meter starts to
function whenever the accelerator is depressed.
Oil Light
The oil light warns the operator if the engine oil
pressure drops below a safe level (Fig. 6). If the light
comes on and remains lit, the oil level should be
checked and oil added if necessary; see Engine Oil,
page 23.
Note: The oil light may flicker. This is normal and no
action needs to be taken.
1
Light Switch
Toggle switch to activate headlights. Push to turn
lights "ON" (Fig. 6).
2
Power Point
The power point is used to power optional electrical
accessories (Fig. 6).
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: The vehicle should always be stopped