GB-18
JACOBSEN AR250 Series CE
SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL
7
OPERATION
7.2
OPERATOR PRESENCE AND SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
1.
The operator presence & safety interlock system prevents the engine from starting unless the neutral
latch is released, and the mowing device is switched off. The system also stops the engine if the
operator leaves the seat with the mowing device engaged or the neutral latch depressed.
2.
Perform each of the following tests to ensure the operator presence & safety interlock system is
functioning properly. Stop the test and have the system inspected and repaired if any of the tests
fail
as listed below:
•
The engine
does not
start in test 1;
•
The engine
does
start during tests 2 or 3.
•
The engine
continues
to run during test 4.
3.
Refer to the chart below for each test and follow the check (
) marks across the chart. Shut engine
off betwen each test.
Test 1: Represents normal starting procedure. The operator is seated, pedal neutral latch is released,
the operators feet are off the pedals and the mower engagement device is off. The engine should
start.
Test 2: The engine must not start if the mower engage device is on.
Test 3: The engine must not start if the neutral latch is depressed. (Traction Pedal)
Test 4: Start the engine in the normal manner, then turn mower engage device on and lift your weight
off the seat.
Never operate the equipment with the
operator presence & safety interlock
system disengaged or malfunctioning. Do
not disconnect or bypass any switch.
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