Using The Machine - Toro CM Series Operator's Manual

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1. Choke lever
2. Fuel valve
3. Move the lever of the fuel valve to the O
the way to the right
4. Position the choke lever as follows:
•
To start a cold engine, move the choke lever to the
C position, all the way to the left
LOSED
•
To start a warm engine, move the choke lever in
the O position, all the way to the right.
PEN
5. Rotate the engine On/Off switch to the O
6. Pull the recoil-start handle lightly until you feel
resistance, then pull the handle briskly. Return the
starter handle gently
Note: If the choke lever is set to the C
start the engine, gradually move it toward the O
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Figure 36
3. Throttle lever
position, all
N
(Figure 36).
(Figure
N
(Figure 37).
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Figure 37
position to
LOSED
PEN
as the engine warms up. If the engine stalls or hesitates, move
the choke lever toward the C
runs smooth. Allow the engine to warm up, then move the
choke lever to the O
Shutting Off the Engine
1. Move the throttle lever to the S
(Figure
2. Turn the cowl-mounted engine switch to the O
position
3. Move the fuel valve to the O
rotate the engine On/Off switch to the O
Important: If you need to shut off the engine
immediately, use the engine switch located on the
outside of the engine cowl

Using the Machine

DANGER
This machine is capable of amputating hands.
• Stay in the operator's position while the machine
is running.
• Keep all bystanders a safe distance from the
machine.
• Shut off the machine immediately if any people
36).
or animals enter the work area.
• Never place any part of your body into a position
that causes an unsafe operating condition.
position.
1. Ensure that the machine is on level ground and the
surrounding area is clear of obstacles. Disconnect the
machine from the tow vehicle and secure the machine
from movement.
2. Read all the recommendations from
Practices (page 4)
3. Start the engine and close the engine cowl. Allow
the engine to warm up at idle for 2 minutes; refer to
Starting the Engine (page
4. Use the handwheel to move the drum into an upright,
slightly tilted position to allow access for pouring
materials into the drum.
Note: This position also allows the mixing paddles to
mix the materials more effectively.
5. Push the drum-tilt brake down to lock the drum into
position and avoid accidentally dumping the material.
Important: If you need to shut off the machine, use
the engine switch located on the cowl; refer to
Off the Engine (page
position
25
position until the engine
LOSED
position.
PEN
LOW
36).
(Figure 35).
position
FF
(Figure 35).
before using the machine.
24).
25).
(turtle) position
FF
(Figure 36) and
position.
FF
Safe Operating
Shutting