Starting Instructions (Engine Driven) - Toro 07052 Operator's Manual

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Figure 16
1. Clutch handle
Choke Control
To start a cold engine, close carburetor choke by moving
choke control lever (Fig. 17) to the "ON" position. After
engine starts, regulate choke to keep engine running
smoothly. As soon as possible, open the choke by moving
lever to the "OFF" position. Starting a warm engine
requires little or no choking (Model 07050 only).
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Figure 17
1. Choke control
2. Ignition switch
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch (Fig. 17), which is used to start and
stop the engine, has three positions: OFF, RUN and
START. Rotate key clockwise — START position — to
engage starter motor. Release key when engine starts. The
key will move automatically to the ON position. To shut
engine off, rotate key counterclockwise to the OFF position
(Model 07050 only).
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3. Throttle control
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Throttle Control
Throttle (Fig. 17) is used to operate engine at various
speeds. Moving throttle lever to FAST position increases
engine speed. To decrease engine speed, move lever to
SLOW position (Model 07050 only).
Tailgate Latch Rope
Pull tailgate latch rope (Fig. 18) to unlatch tailgate when
emptying hopper.
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Figure 18
1. Tailgate latch rope
Starting Instructions
(
Engine Driven)
1. Place all controls in disengaged or off position.
2. Move throttle lever midway between SLOW and FAST
position.
3. Move choke lever to ON position.
Note: Choke not required when starting a warm engine.
4. Insert key into ignition switch and rotate it clockwise to
start the engine. Release key when engine starts.
Regulate the choke to keep engine running smoothly.
Important To prevent overheating of the starter motor,
do not engage starter longer than 10 seconds. After 10
seconds of continuous cranking, wait 60 seconds before
engaging starter motor again.
5. Move throttle lever to desired engine speed.
6. Pull flap lever as far forward as possible.
7. Push rake lever to the rear as far as possible.
8. Engage rake by engaging clutch handle.
Note: Do not allow sweeper to stand still with rake
engaged as turf damage may occur.
2. Jack handle