Before Operations Checks; Checking The Interlock System - Toro 08743 Operator's Manual

Important:
Never use methanol, gasoline
containing methanol, or gasohol containing
more than 10% ethanol because the fuel
system could be damaged. Do not mix oil
with gasoline.

Before Operations Checks

Perform the following daily procedures before
operating the machine:
•
Checking the Interlock System (page 15)
•
Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 23)
•
Checking the Tire Pressure (page 29)
•
Checking the Hydraulic Lines and Hoses (page
31)
•
Checking the Hydraulic-Fluid Level (page 32)
•
Ensure that the temperature is greater than -6.7°C
(20°F) before operating the machine or the main
traction pump may be damaged.
Checking the Interlock
System
CAUTION
If safety interlock switches are disconnected
or damaged the machine could operate
unexpectedly and cause 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 machine.
The purpose of the interlock system is to prevent the
engine from cranking or starting unless the traction
pedal is in the
NEUTRAL
should shut off if the traction pedal is moved either
forward or reverse without an operator in the seat.
Important:
If the traction unit has either the rear
remote hydraulic kit Model 08781 or hydraulic
switch kit Model 08783 installed, there are
additional interlock conditions:
The machine does not start when the remote
hydraulic switch is turned ON.
If the machine is running with the hydraulic
switch turned ON, the machine shuts off when the
operator leaves the seat.
1. Position the machine in a wide-open area free of
debris and bystanders. Shut off the engine.
2. Sit on the seat and engage the parking brake.
3. Press the traction pedal in forward and reverse
while trying to start the engine.
Note:
If the engine cranks, there may be a
malfunction in the interlock system. Repair it
immediately.
If the engine does not crank, the system is
operating correctly.
4. Stay seated on the seat, with the traction pedal
in the
NEUTRAL
engaged, and start the engine.
5. Rise off the seat and slowly press the traction
pedal.
Note:
The engine should shut off in 1 to 3
seconds. Correct the problem if the system
does not operate properly.
15
position. Also, the engine
position and the parking brake