Break-In Period; Starting The Engine - Toro 04356 Operator's Manual

Steering Arm Locking Lever
Rotate the lever (Fig. 20) rearward to loosen the
adjustment, raise or lower steering arm for operator
comfort, then, rotate the lever forward to tighten the
adjustment. To adjust the travel of the locking lever,
proceed as follows:
1. Rotate the lever rearward to loosen the adjustment and
move the steering arm to the lowest position.
2. Loosen the lever set screw.
3. Rotate the adjusting bolt (left-hand thread)
counterclockwise to tighten or clockwise to loosen the
adjustment.
4. Tighten the set screw to lock the adjustment.
Fuel Shut-Off Valve
Close the fuel shut-off valve (Fig. 21), under the fuel tank,
when storing the machine.
Figure 21
1. Fuel shut-off (under the fuel tank)

Break-in Period

Refer to the Engine Manual supplied with the machine for
oil change and maintenance procedures recommended
during the break-in period.
Only 8 hours of mowing operation is required for the
break-in period.
Since the first hours of operation are critical to future
dependability of the machine, monitor its functions and
performance closely so that minor difficulties, which could
lead to major problems, are noted and can be corrected.
Inspect the machine frequently during break-in for signs of
oil leakage, loose fasteners, or any other malfunction.
To ensure optimum performance of the brake system,
burnish (break-in) the brakes before using the machine. To
burnish the brakes, firmly apply the brakes and drive the
machine at mowing speed until the brakes are hot, as
indicated by their smell. An adjustment to the brakes may
be required after break-in; refer to Adjusting the Brakes,
page 32.

Starting the Engine

Note: Inspect the areas beneath the mowers to be certain
they are clear of debris.
1. Unlock the mow lockout lever by pulling the pin
outward, rotating it clockwise, and inserting the end
into the rear hole in the bracket.
2. Sit on the seat, place the shift selector in Neutral, and
check the mow and lift pedals to be sure they are level
with one another.
3. Remove your foot from the traction pedal and make
sure the pedal is in the Neutral position.
4. Move the choke lever to the On position (only when
starting a cold engine) and the throttle lever to the half
throttle position.
5. Insert and rotate the ignition key clockwise until the
engine starts. After the engine starts, regulate the choke
to keep the engine running smoothly. As soon as
possible, open the choke by pulling it rearward to the
Off position. A warm engine requires little or no
choking.
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6. Check the machine out with the following procedures
after the engine has started:
A. Move the throttle control to the Fast position and
momentarily engage the reels by depressing the
mow pedal. The cutting units should drop and all the
reels should turn.
B. Operate the lift pedal. The cutting reels should stop
and the cutting units should raise to the full
transport position.
Important
basket to be sure it is not in contact with the reel during
operation. Adjust the pull arms if contact is noted; refer
to Installing the Cutting Units.
C. Depress the brake pedal to keep the machine from
moving, and operate the traction pedal through the
forward and reverse positions.
D. Continue the above procedure for 1–2 minutes.
Neutralize the traction lever and mow and lift
pedals, lock the parking brake, and turn the engine
off.
E. Check for oil leaks. If oil leaks appear, check the
tightness of the hydraulic fittings. If oil leaks
continue to appear, contact your local Toro
Distributor for assistance and, if necessary,
replacement parts.
Important
some trace of oil for a short period of time until the
machine break-in period has transpired.
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Stop the engine. Check the lip of each
The motor or wheel seals may show