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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.6 REVERSE LOCKOUT MECHANISM
Data indicates that tragic back-over accidents occur
each year. These accidents usually involve
unsupervised children. Many times these children have
been given rides on the machine and have been trained
to view this potentially dangerous piece of machinery as
fun rather than being taught how to avoid danger.
This riding mower has a Reverse Lockout Mechanism.
This mechanism prevents the mower from being shifted
into reverse with the blade running. To shift into reverse
you must first stop the blade by releasing the blade
pedals and then shift to reverse. It is our
recommendation that this mechanism remain functional
and the operator of this equipment develop the habit of
never backing up with the blade running. As the Safety
Instructions Indicate, DO NOT operate blades in
reverse. STOP BLADES, LOOK AND SEE BEHIND
AND DOWN for children, pets and hazards before
and while backing.
We realize that this could cause a change to your
previous mowing method but we encourage you to
adjust to this new system. Do not defeat the Reverse
Lockout Mechanism.
If you operate your mower near roadways or use
attachments that require quicker shifting to reverse,
there is an override lever provided. This lever can be
pushed and held before starting the blade and will allow
reverse operation until the blade pedals are released, at
which time the system will return to its Reverse Lockout
mode. This feature should never be selected unless you
are absolutely sure that no children or others are
present in the mowing area and that all children are
away and supervised by a responsible adult.
2.6.1. Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override
1.
Stop machine. Stop blade.
2.
Depress and hold Override Lever.
3.
Depress and hold Blade Pedals. Release
Override Lever.
4.
Move blade lever forward to “ON” position.
WARNING
LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets
and hazards before and while backing.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use the Reverse Lockout
Mechanism Override as the normal operating mode. To
return to the Reverse Lockout Mechanism mode,
release blade pedals to turn blade off. The Override will
reset to Reverse Lockout. Check the Reverse Lockout
Mechanism frequently for proper function. With the
blade pedals depressed, the shift lever must not go into
reverse. DO NOT operate machine if Reverse Lockout
Mechanism is not functioning properly. Contact your
local Snapper dealer for assistance.
DANGER
LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets
and hazards before and while backing.
BLADES must be turned off before backing
machine.
DO NOT allow children on machine (even with
blades off) or in yard when mowing.
