Toro 14AQ81RP544, 14AK81RK544 Starting the Engine, Stopping the Engine, Using the Deck Lift Lever

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Starting the Engine

Starting the Engine

WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and protection.

NOTE: Refer to the TRACTOR SET-UPon page 10 of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.

•Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module.

•Place the PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the disengaged (OFF) position.

•Engage the tractor’s parking brake.

•Activate the choke control.

•Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position. After the engine starts, release the key. It will return to the NORMAL MOWING position.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing so may cause damage to your engine’s electric starter.

•After the engine starts, deactivate the choke control.

NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the tractor. Doing so will result in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly.

Stopping the Engine

WARNING: If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine and remove the key. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating

•If the blades are engaged, place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF) position.

•Position the throttle/choke control between half- throttle and the FAST (rabbit) position

•Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position.

•Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting.

Using the Deck Lift Lever

To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to the left, then place it in the notch best suited for your application. Refer to Setting The Cutting Height earlier in this section.

Driving The Tractor

WARNING: Avoid sudden starts, ex- cessive speed and sudden stops.

WARNING: Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF) position, depressing the brake pedal and engaging the parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, also turn the ignition key off and remove the key.

•Briefly depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position.

•To travel FORWARD, slowly depress the upper portion of the drive pedal forward until the desired speed is achieved. See Figure 6.

Brake Pedal

Drive Pedal

Figure 6

•To travel in REVERSE, check that the area behind is clear then slowly depress the lower portion of the drive pedal with the ball of your foot (NOT your heel) until the desired speed is achieved. See Figure 6.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT attempt to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion. Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before pivoting the drive pedal from forward to reverse or vice versa.

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Contents ManualOperator’s Form NoGT2200 & GT2300 Garden Tractors Model No. 14AQ81RP744 Model No. 14AK81RK744TABLE OF CONTENTS ContentFINDING MODEL NUMBER CUSTOMER SUPPORTCalifornia Proposition 65 Warning SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESGENERAL OPERATION SLOPE OPERATION DO NOTSERVICE CHILDRENTOWING SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINEGENERAL SERVICE SECTION 2 SAFETY LABELS ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UNIT BEFORE OPERATINGREAD OPERATORS MANUAL. KEEP SAFETY DEVICES IN PLACE AND WORKING DANGERSECTION 3 INSTRUCTIONAL LABELS SLOWSECTION 4 SLOPE GAUGE Attaching the Battery Cables SECTION 5 TRACTOR SET-UPGas and Oil Fill-up Tire PressureRoller Model GT2300 Gauge WheelsSetting the Gauge Wheels and Roller D E F SECTION 6 KNOW YOUR GARDEN TRACTORI J K L Ignition Switch Module Seat Adjustment LeverThrottle Control Choke ControlSystems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter BatteryElectric PTO Blade Engage Knob Cruise Control LeverSafety Interlock System SECTION 7 OPERATING YOUR GARDEN TRACTORReverse Caution Mode To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODEUsing the Deck Lift Lever Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Driving The TractorSetting The Cruise Control Driving On SlopesEngaging the Parking Brake Moving The Tractor ManuallyEngaging the PTO Blades MowingFront View Top ViewSECTION 8 MAKING ADJUSTMENTS Seat AdjustmentLeveling the Deck Front To RearParking Brake Adjustment Steering AdjustmentSECTION 9 MAINTAINING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR EngineEngine Oil Checking the Oil LevelChanging the Engine Oil Draining the OilChanging the Oil Filter Re-filling the Crankcase with OilPrecleaner Service Paper ElementAir Filter Spark PlugsCleaning the Engine And Deck Hydrostatic TransmissionFuel Filter Deck Wash System Model GT2300 OnlyLubrication EngineFront Wheels Pivot Points & LinkageSECTION 10 SERVICE TiresFuse Cutting BladesBattery California Proposition 65 Warning BatteryCutting Deck Removal Jump StartingChanging the Deck Belt Belt GuardPivoting Idler Pulley Idler BracketElectric PTO Clutch Idler PulleysSECTION 11 OFF-SEASON STORAGE SECTION 12 MAINTENANCE CHART SECTION 13 TROUBLESHOOTING TroublePossible Causes Corrective ActionSECTION 14 SPECIFICATIONS DimensionsGT2200 GT2300Page CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONSMANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIESMANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR LAWN & GARDEN TRACTORSThe Toro Company In the U.S.A. or Canada
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