Stopping The Engine; Using The Safety Interlock System - Toro 71233 Operator's Manual

Note: An engine that has been running and is warm may
not require step 4.
Figure 8
1. Choke
2. Fast
5. Turn the ignition key clockwise and hold it in the Start
position (Fig. 9). When the engine starts, release the
key.
Figure 9
1. Start
2. On
Important If the engine does not start after 30 seconds
of continuous cranking, turn the ignition key to Off and let
the starter motor cool; refer to Troubleshooting on page 30.
6. After the engine starts, slowly shift the throttle lever to
Fast (Fig. 8). If the engine stalls or hesitates, shift the
throttle lever back to Choke for a few seconds. Then
shift the throttle lever to Fast. Repeat this as required.

Stopping the Engine

1. Shift the throttle lever to Fast (Fig. 8).
2. Turn the ignition key to Off and remove the ignition key
(Fig. 9).
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2
3
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3. Slow
3
2
1
3. Off
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Using the Safety Interlock
System
Caution
If the safety interlock switches are disconnected or
damaged, the tractor could operate unexpectedly
causing personal injury.
Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
Check the operation of the interlock switches
daily and replace any damaged switches before
operating the tractor.
Replace switches every 2 years regardless of
whether they are operating properly or not.
Understanding the Safety Interlock
System
The safety system is designed to prevent the engine from
starting unless:
You are sitting on the seat.
The clutch/brake pedal is depressed.
The blade control (PTO) lever is in the Disengaged
position.
The safety system is designed to stop the engine if:
You rise from the seat when the clutch/brake pedal is
released.
You rise from the seat when the blade control (PTO)
lever is in the Engaged position.
You shift into reverse with the blade control (PTO)
lever in the Engaged position and the
operating-in-reverse interlock not deactivated.
Setting the KeyChoice Switch to
Operate in Reverse
An interlock feature on the tractor prevents the power take
off (PTO) from operating when backing up. If you shift into
reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged (i.e., with mower
blades or other attachment running), the the engine will
stop. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
If you need to use the blades (PTO) while backing up, you
can turn off this interlock feature using the KeyChoice
switch located near the seat bracket (Fig. 10).