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Operation
Safety Interlock System Tests
WARNING
:
This unit is equipped with safety
interlock switches and other safety devices. These
safety systems are present for your safety. Do
not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never
tamper with safety devices.
Test 1 — Engine should NOT start if:
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Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if:
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Test 4 — Check Blade Brake Stopping Time
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a
complete stop within five seconds after blade rotation control
is moved to DISENGAGE position. If the mower drive belt
does not stop within five seconds, see your dealer.
WARNING: If the unit does not pass a safety test, do
not operate it. See your authorized dealer.
Using The Controls
Use The Throttle Control
(Figure 8)
Use the
throttle control (G)
to increase or decrease the
speed of the engine.
The FAST position is marked with a detent. For normal
1.
operation and when using a grass bagger, move the
throttle control to the FAST position. For maximum
charging of the battery and for a cooler running engine,
operate the engine in the FAST position.
The engine governor is set at the factory for maximum
2.
performance. Do not adjust the governor to increase
the speed of the engine.
Use The Blade Rotation Control
(Figure 8)
Use the
blade rotation control (A)
to engage the blade(s).
Before you start the engine, make sure the
1.
blade
rotation control (A)
is in the DISENGAGE position.
Move the
2.
blade rotation control (A)
to the ENGAGE
position to rotate the blade(s).
NOTE:
If the engine stops when you engage the
blade(s), the seat switch is not activated. Make sure
you sit in the middle of the seat.
Move the
3.
blade rotation control (A)
to the DISENGAGE
position to stop the blade(s). Before you leave the
operator’s position, make sure the blade(s) has stopped
rotating.
Before you ride the unit across a sidewalk or a road,
4.
move the
blade rotation control (A)
to the DISENGAGE
position.
WARNING: Always keep your hands and feet away
from the blade, deflector opening, and the mower
housing when the engine runs.
Use The Shift Lever
To change the forward speed or the direction of the unit,
follow the steps below.
CAUTION:
Before you move the shift lever, completely push
the clutch/brake pedal forward to stop the unit. If the unit is
not stopped, the gearbox can be damaged.
Completely push the
1.
clutch/brake pedal (B)
forward
to stop the unit. Keep your foot on the pedal (see
Figure 8).
Move the
2.
throttle control lever (G)
to the SLOW
position.
To go forward, move the
3.
shift lever (D)
to a forward
speed setting. To go backward, move the shift lever to
reverse.
Slowly release the
4.
clutch/brake pedal (B)
. Do not keep
your foot on the pedal.
Move the
5.
throttle control (G)
to the FAST position.
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