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Features & Controls
SAFETY
INTERLOCK SYSTEM
CHECK
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 switch-
es, and never tamper with safety devices. Check their
operation regularly.
Operational SAFETY Checks
Your unit is equipped with an operator presence switch
safety system. Check the operator presence switch
operation every fall and spring with the following tests.
Test 1 — Engine WILL NOT start if:
• PTO switch is engaged.
Test 2 — Engine WILL start if:
• PTO switch is NOT engaged.
Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if:
• Operator releases the operator presence / parking
brake handles with PTO engaged.
Test 4 — Blade Brake Check
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a
complete stop within five seconds after electric PTO
switch is turned off (or operator releases operator pres-
ence handles). If mower drive belt does not stop within
five seconds, see your dealer.
NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, PTO switch must
be turned off in order to start the engine.
WARNING
If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not
operate it. See your authorized dealer. Under no
circumstance should you attempt to defeat the
purpose of the safety interlock system.
C. Throttle / Choke Control
Moving the throttle control fully forward is the CHOKE
position, which fully chokes the engine for cold starts. (A
warm engine may not require choking.) Moving the throt-
tle control slightly back from the CHOKE position is the
FULL throttle position. Always operate the unit at FULL
throttle when mowing.
D. PTO Engagement Switch
The PTO Engagement Switch engages and disengages
the mower blades.
To engage the mower blades, pull up on the switch. To
disengage the mower blades, push down on the switch.
When the PTO engagement lever or switch is in the
Engaged position, the Engine Kill system is activated.
E. Operator Presence / Parking Brake
Handles
This control deactivates the engine kill system and disen-
gages the parking brake when depressed. Release the
handles to activate the engine kill system and engage
the parking brake. The engine will shut off if the operator
releases the handles with the PTO engaged.
F. Fuel Tank Cap
To remove cap, turn counterclockwise.
