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Perform the Safety Checks
WARNING
Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, set the parking
brake, and wait for moving parts to stop before leaving the
operator’s position for any reason.
If the unit does not pass a test, do not operate the unit. Under
no circumstance should you attempt to defeat the purpose of
the safety system.
Functional Tests
1. Check the unit for loose bolts, screws, nuts, etc.
2. Start the engine and check all the controls for proper
operation: ground speed control levers, parking brake,
throttle cable, electric PTO clutch, etc.
3. Stop the engine and check for fluid leaks: oil, fuel, and
hydraulic oil.
4. If any control fails to operate properly during testing or
seems to be out of adjustment, check and re-adjust it
according to the following Adjustment Procedures
section.
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 regularly.
Operational SAFETY Checks
Test 1 - Engine SHOULD NOT crank if:
• PTO switch is engaged, OR
• Parking brake is not engaged.
Test 2 - Engine SHOULD crank if:
• PTO switch is not engaged, AND
• Parking brake is engaged.
Test 3 - Engine should SHUT OFF if:
• Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged, OR
• Operator rises off seat with parking brake disengaged.
Test 4 - Blade Brake Check
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a
complete stop within seven (7) seconds after electric PTO
switch is turned off (or operator rises off seat). If mower drive
belt does not stop within seven (7) seconds, see your dealer.
NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, PTO switch must be
turned off, parking brake must be engaged, and the ground
speed control levers must be locked in the NEUTRAL position
after the operator returns to the seat 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 safety interlock system.
Adjustment Procedures
If any control fails to operate properly during testing or seems
to be out of adjustment, check and re-adjust it according to
the following instructions.
Seat Adjustment
The seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move the lever
(A, Figure 26) towards the left, position the seat as desired,
and release the lever to lock the seat into position.
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Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment
The control levers can be adjusted in three ways. The
alignment of the control levers, the placement of the levers
(how close the ends are to one another) and the height of the
levers can be adjusted.
To Adjust the Handle Alignment
Loosen the mount bolts (A, Figure 27) and pivot the lever(s)
(C) to align with each other.
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To Adjust the Handle Placement