Operation - Toro 02000 GROUNDS PRO 2000 Operator's Manual

Operation

STARTING AND STOPPING THE
ENGINE
1. Be sure the parking brake is set and the PTO switch
is in the DISENGAGED position.
2. Remove your foot from the traction pedal and make
sure the pedal is in the neutral position.
3. Move the choke lever to ON when starting a cold
engine—and the throttle lever to the half-throttle
position.
4. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it
clockwise to start the engine. Release the key when
the engine starts. Regulate the choke to keep the
engine running smoothly.
IMPORTANT, To prevent overheating the
starter motor, do not engage the starter longer
than 10 seconds. After 10 seconds of continuous
cranking, wait 60 seconds before engaging the
starter again.
5. When starting the engine for the first time, or after
overhauling the engine, operate the machine in
forward and reverse for one to two minutes. Also
operate the lift lever and PTO switch to be sure all
parts operate correctly.
Turn the steering wheel to the left and right to
check steering response. Then shut off the engine
and check for oil leaks, loose parts and any other
noticeable malfunctions.
Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts
to stop before checking for oil leaks, loose parts
and other malfunctions.
6. To stop the engine, move the throttle downward to
the IDLE position, move the PTO switch to OFF
and turn the ignition key to OFF. Remove the key
from the switch to prevent accidental starting.
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CAUTION
7. Set the parking brake.
8. Close the fuel valve before storing the machine.
OPERATING THE POWER TAKE
OFF (PTO)
The power take off (PTO) switch engages and
disengages power to the electric clutch.
Engaging the PTO
1. Release the parking brake.
2. Release pressure on the traction pedal to stop
movement.
3. To engage, lift the cover and move the PTO switch
forward to the "ON" position.
Disengaging the PTO
Closing the cover moves the PTO switch to the "OFF"
(disengaged) position.
DRIVING FORWARD OR
BACKWARD
Place the throttle control in the 3/4 position for best
performance.
Forward
1. To go forward, place your foot on the traction pedal.
2. Release the parking brake.
3. Slowly press on the upper pad of the traction
control to move forward.
Backward
1. To go backward, place your foot on the traction
pedal.
2. Release the parking brake.