OPERATING
Testing the safety systems
The safety systems installed on your machine should be tested before
each machine use. Be sure you have read this manual and are completely
familiar with the operation of the machine before performing these safety
system checks.
If there is a malfunction during one of these procedures, do not operate
machine. See your authorized dealer for service.
Perform these tests in a clear open area outdoors. Keep bystanders away.
Use the following checkout procedures to check for normal operation of
the machines saftey systems.
Testing Saftety cover Switch (Start)
1. Engage parking brake.
2. Remove Blower saftey cover.
2. Stand on operator’s platform with motion control levers in the neutral position.
4. Turn key switch to the start position.
Result: The engine must not crank.
Testing Park Brake Switch (Start)
1. Disengage parking brake.
2. Turn key switch to the start position.
Result: The engine must not crank.
Testing Neutral Switch (Start)
1. Engage parking brake.
2. Push one motion control lever forward.
3. Turn key switch to the start position. Repeat steps 2, 3 for other control.
Result: The engine must not crank.
Testing Saftety cover Switch (Run kill)
1. Engage parking brake.
2. Start engine. Idle engine.
3. Open blower saftey cover.
Result: The engine must stop.
Testing Operator Presence Switch (Run kill)
1. Stand on operator’s platform with motion control levers in the neutral position.
2. Engage parking brake. Start engine. Idle engine.
3. Disengage park brake.
4. Step completely off operator’s platform.
Result: The engine must stop.
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