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Section 4
6. Hourmeter (Figure 4-1).
Indicates the number of
hours the engine has been operated. It operates
whenever the ignition key switch is in the ON
position. Has preset maintenance reminders for
engine and hydraulic system oil changes. Will start
flashing scheduled maintenance 2 hours before
preset time and continue flashing until 2 hours after.
Automatically resets.
7. Fuse Holders (Figure 4-1).
Two 20-amp fuses
protect the mower’s electrical system. To replace
fuses, pull fuse out of the socket and install a new
fuse.
8. Left Steering Control (Figure 4-1).
Used to control
the mower's left wheel when traveling forward or
reverse.
9. Right Steering Control (Figure 4-1).
Used to
control the mower's right wheel when traveling
forward or reverse.
10. Parking Brake Control (Figure 4-1).
Used to
engage and disengage the parking brakes. Pull the
lever back to engage the parking brakes. Push the
lever forward to disengage the parking brakes.
11. Dump Valve Control Levers (Figure 4-2).
Located
on the left and right side of the bumper, used to
“free-wheel” the mower. Rotating the levers forward
into the notch (towards the front of the mower) allows
the unit to move under hydraulic power. Rotating the
levers backward to the notch (towards the rear of
the mower) allows the mower to be moved by hand
(free-wheeling).
DUMP VALVE
CONTROL LEVER
"FREEWHEEL" POSITION
"DRIVE" POSITION
2007 SFZ DVL
Figure 4-2. Dump Valve Control
12. Deck Lift Foot Lever (Figure 4-1).
Used to raise
and lower the cutter deck.
13. Cutting Height Adjustment (Figure 4-1).
Used to
set the cutter deck at the desired cutting height.
14. Deck Release Lever (Figure 4-1).
Used to lock the
cutter deck in the transport position. Push the foot
pedal forward and pull back on the release lever to
release the cutter deck for normal mowing.
15. Seat Belt (Figure 4-1).
Used to secure the operator.
Seat belt must be worn at all times during operation.
16. Seat Hold Down Release Latch (Figure 4-1).
Located behind the seat. Used to secure the seat
in the operator's position. Release the latch to gain
access under the seat.
4.2 SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
The mower is equipped with a safety interlock system that
prevents the engine from starting unless the deck drive is
disengaged, the steering control levers are in the neutral
position and the operator is in the seat. The interlock
system shuts off the engine if the operator leaves the seat
with the steering control levers not in the neutral position
and/or the cutter blades engaged and the parking brake
not engaged.
WARNING
Never operate the mower with the interlock
system disconnected or malfunctioning. Do not
disengage or bypass any switch; injury to yourself
and others or property damage could result.
4.3 INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES
FIRST DAY OF USE OR APPROXIMATELY 20 HOURS
1. Check all belts for proper alignment and wear at 2, 4
and 8 hours.
2. Change the engine oil and oil filter after the first 20
hours of operation. (See Section 7.4.)
3. Check hydraulic oil level in reservoir. (See Section
7.3.)
4. Check for loose hardware. Tighten as needed.