Controls System
Maintenance
Checking the Forward and
Reverse Pedal Action
With the engine switched off, operate the forward and reverse
travel pedals through the full range of articulation and ensure
that the mechanism returns freely to the
NEUTRAL
position.
Operating the Presence Seat
Switch
Service Interval:
Before each use or daily
1.
Sit on the seat and start the engine.
2.
Lower the cutting unit to the ground.
3.
Engage the cutting-unit-drive switch.
4.
Rise from the seat and check that the cutting unit
comes to a stop after an initial 0.5- to 1-second delay.
Using the Cutting Unit
Interlock Switch
1.
Shut off the engine.
2.
Operate the cutting unit drive switch to the
OFF
position and turn the ignition key to position
I
. The cutting unit drive switch indicator light
should not illuminate. Refer to
Operator-Presence Control (page 21)
.
3.
Operate the switch to the on position. The indicator
light should illuminate and the engine should not start
when you turn the ignition key.
Using the Parking-Brake
Interlock Switch
1.
Shut off the engine.
2.
Engage the parking brake.
3.
Turn the ignition key to position the
ON
position (
I
).
Note:
The parking brake indicator light should
illuminate.
4.
Disengage the parking brake.
Note:
The indicator light should go out and the
engine should not start when the ignition key is turned.
5.
Set the parking brake, sit on the seat, and start the
engine.
6.
Release the parking brake.
7.
Rise from the seat and check that the engine shuts off.
Inspecting the Transmission
Control Cable and Operating
Mechanism
Service Interval:
Every 250 hours
Check the condition and security of the cable and operating
mechanism at the speed control pedals and transmission
pump ends.
•
Remove any buildup of dirt, grit, and other deposits.
•
Ensure that the ball joints are securely anchored and
check that mounting brackets and cable anchors are tight
and free from cracks.
•
Inspect end fittings for wear, corrosion, broken springs,
and replace if necessary.
•
Ensure that the rubber seals are correctly located and are
in good condition.
•
Ensure that the articulating sleeves supporting the inner
cable are in good condition and firmly attached to the
outer cable assembly at the crimped connections. If there
are any signs of cracking or detachment, install a new
cable immediately.
•
Check that sleeves, rods, and inner cable are free from
bends, kinks, or other damage. If they are not, install a
new cable immediately.
•
With the engine switched off, operate the pedal controls
through the entire range and ensure that the mechanism
moves smoothly and freely to the N
EUTRAL
position
without sticking or hanging up.
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Figure 49
1.
Outer cover
3.
Sleeve
2.
Rubber seal
4.
Rod end
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