Operating The Parking Brake; Starting The Engine - Toro Groundsmaster 7210 Series Operator's Manual

Operating the Parking
Brake
Always engage the parking brake when you stop the
machine or leave it unattended.
Engaging the Parking Brake
WARNING
The parking brake may not hold the machine
parked on a slope and could cause personal
injury or property damage.
Do not park the machine on slopes unless the
wheels are chocked or blocked.
Figure 17
Releasing the Parking Brake
Figure 18

Starting the Engine

Note:
The glow plug light illuminates for 6 seconds
when you turn the ignition key to the R
Turn the ignition to the S
goes out.
Important:
Use starting cycles of no more than
15 seconds per minute to avoid overheating the
starter motor.
Important:
Operate the machine with the throttle
lever in the S
LOW
and reverse directions for 1 to 2 minutes after
changing the engine oil, overhauling either the
engine, transmission, or wheel motor, and when
you start the engine for the first time. Operate the
lift lever and PTO lever to ensure that they operate
properly. Shut the engine off, check fluid levels,
and check for oil leaks, loose parts, and any other
noticeable malfunctions.
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Note:
Leave the throttle midway between the S
and F positions until the engine and hydraulic
AST
system warm up.
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UN
position after the light
TART
position in both the forward
Figure 19
position.
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LOW