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Operation
General Operating Safety
Before first time operation:
• Be sure to read all information in the Safety and
Operation sections before attempting to operate this
rider and mower.
• Become familiar with all of the controls and how to
stop the unit.
• Drive in an open area without mowing to become
accustomed to driving the unit.
Checks Before Starting
• Check that the crankcase oil is filled to full mark on
dipstick (see CHECK ENGINE OIL in the
Maintenance section).
• Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel.
WARNING
If you do not understand how a specific control
functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the
CONTROL FUNCTIONS section, do so now.
Do NOT attempt to operate the rider without first
becoming familiar with the location and function
of ALL controls.
Check Safety Interlock System
This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These
safety systems are present for your safety. Do not
attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with
safety devices. Check their operation before each use.
Operational SAFETY Checks
TEST 1 — ENGINE SHOULD NOT CRANK IF:
• Mower blades switch is ON, OR
• Ground speed control levers are not in their
START/PARK positions, OR
• Parking brake lever is in DISENGAGE position.
TEST 2 — ENGINE SHOULD CRANK IF:
• Mower blade switch is OFF, AND
• Ground speed control levers are in their START/PARK
positions, AND
• Parking brake lever is in ENGAGE position.
TEST 3 — ENGINE SHOULD SHUT OFF IF:
• Operator rises off seat with the mower blade switch
ON, OR
• Operator rises off seat with the ground speed levers in
DRIVE positions, OR
• Operator rises off seat with the parking brake in
DISENGAGE position, OR
• Operator moves the left and/or right ground speed
control lever out of its START/PARK position with the
parking brake lever in ENGAGE position.
TEST 4 — BLADE BRAKE CHECK
The mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a
complete stop within five seconds after the mower blade
switch is turned OFF. If mower drive belt does not stop
within five seconds, contact your local authorized dealer.
NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, the mower blade
switch must be turned OFF, the ground speed control
levers must be locked in their START/PARK positions, and
the parking brake lever must be in the ENGAGE position
in order to start the engine.
WARNING
If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not
operate it. See your local authorized dealer. Under
no circumstance should you attempt to defeat the
purpose of the safety interlock system.
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Reproduction