Starting The Machine; Shutting Off The Engine - Toro 58604 Manual Del Operador

for all moving parts to stop, and disconnect the
wire from the spark plug before examining the
machine for damage. Vibration is often a warning
sign of trouble. Make all necessary repairs before
resuming operation.
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Do not operate the machine at high transport
speeds on hard or slippery surfaces.
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Look behind and down and use care when
reversing.
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Do not overload the machine capacity by
attempting to till or cultivate too deep and at too
fast a rate.
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Do not pick up or carry a machine while the engine
is running.
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Exercise caution and be sure of your footing,
especially when backing up, to avoid slipping or
falling.
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Be careful when operating the machine in hard
ground. The tines can catch in the ground and
propel the machine forward. If this occurs, let go
of the machine; do not try to restrain it.
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Exercise extreme caution when crossing gravel
surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
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Do not leave a running machine unattended.
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Shut off the machine and wait for all moving parts
to stop before you leave the operator's position.
Disconnect the spark-plug wire, keep it away from
the plug to prevent accidental starting, and allow
the machine to cool before adjusting, fueling,
unclogging, servicing, cleaning, or storing the
machine.
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Operate the engine only in well-ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is
an odorless, deadly poison.
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Use only accessories and attachments approved
by The Toro® Company.
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Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine.
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Always be sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on
the handle and walk, never run.
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Allow the muffler and engine area to cool before
touching them.
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The tines should not rotate when the engine is
idling; if they do rotate, contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
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If an object becomes lodged in the tines, shut off
the engine, disconnect the wire from the spark
plug, and allow the engine to cool before removing
the object.
•
Do not operate the machine on steep slopes. To
prevent overturning, operate the machine up and
down the slope.

Starting the Machine

1. Move the engine on/off switch to the O
2. Move the choke lever to the C
Note:
A warm or hot engine may not require
choking.
3. Move the throttle lever halfway between the
S and F
LOW AST
4. Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel
resistance, then pull the handle briskly. Return
the starter handle gently.
5. After the engine starts, gradually move the
choke lever to the R
lever to the F
AST

Shutting Off the Engine

1. Release the drive-control lever.
2. Move the engine on/off switch to the O
position.
3. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position.
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position.
HOKE
positions.
position and the throttle
UN
position.
position.
FF