Operation; Think Safety First; Controls - Toro 07253TC Operator's Manual

suitable for automotive use (85 pump octan
minimum). Leaded gasoline may be used if unleaded
regular is not available.
Important Never use gasoline containing
methanol, gasoline containing more than 10%
ethanol, gasoline additives, or white gas because
engine fuel system damage could result.
Filling the Fuel Tank
Fuel tank capacity is approximately 26.5 L (7
gallons).
1. Shut the engine off and set the parking brake.
2. Clean the area around the fuel tank cap (Fig. 3).
Figure 3
1. Fuel tank cap
3. Remove the fuel tank cap.
4. Fill the tank to about one inch below the top of the
tank, (bottom of the filler neck). This space in the
tank allows gasoline to expand. Do not overfill.
5. Install the fuel tank cap securely. Wipe up any fuel
that may have spilled.

Operation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.

Think Safety First

Please carefully read all the safety instructions and
symbols in the safety section. Knowing this
information could help you or bystanders avoid injury.

Controls

Accelerator Pedal
The accelerator pedal (Fig. 4) gives the operator the
ability to vary ground speed of the vehicle.
Depressing the pedal starts the engine. Depressing the
pedal farther increases ground speed. Releasing the
pedal will slow the vehicle and the engine will stop
running. Maximum forward speed is 26 kmh (16
MPH)
Brake Pedal
The brake pedal is used to stop or slow the vehicle
(Fig. 4).
CAUTION
Brakes can become worn or can be misadjusted,
resulting in personal injury.
If the brake pedal travels within 2.5cm (1") of the
vehicle floor board, the brakes must be adjusted or
repaired.
Parking Brake
The parking brake is a small plate at the top of the
brake pedal (Fig. 4). Whenever the engine is shut off,
the parking brake must be engaged to prevent
accidental movement of the vehicle. To engage the
parking brake, step on the brake pedal firmly and roll
forward with the top of your foot. To disengage,
depress the accelerator pedal. If the vehicle is parked
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