Operation; Safety Interlock System Tests - Simplicity 2690879 Operator's Manual

Safety Interlock System Tests

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 switches,
and never tamper with safety devices.
WARNING
If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not
operate it. See an authorized dealer.
Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank if:
• PTO switch is ON, OR
• Brake pedal is NOT fully depressed (parking brake
OFF), OR
• The cruise control lever is NOT in NEUTRAL.
Test 2 — Engine SHOULD crank and start if:
• Operator is sitting in seat, AND.
• PTO switch is OFF, AND
• Brake pedal is fully depressed (parking brake ON),
AND
• The cruise control lever is in NEUTRAL.
Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if:
• Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged, OR
• Operator rises off seat with brake pedal NOT fully de-
pressed (parking brake OFF).
Test 4 — Check Mower Blade Stopping Time
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a com-
plete stop within five seconds after electric PTO switch is
turned OFF (or operator rises off seat). If mower drive belt
does not stop within five seconds, see an authorized dealer.
Test 5 — Reverse Mow Option (RMO) Check
• Engine should shut off if reverse travel is attempted if the
PTO has been switched on and RMO has not been acti-
vated.
• RMO light should illuminate when RMO has been acti-
vated.
Adding Fuel
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable
and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
When Adding Fuel
• Turn engine off and let engine cool at least 3
minutes before removing the fuel cap.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area.
• Do not overfill fuel tank. To allow for expansion of
the fuel, do not fill above the bottom of the fuel tank
neck.
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot
lights, heat, and other ignition sources.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently
for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting
engine.
1. Clean the fuel cap area of dirt and debris. Remove
the fuel cap (A, Figure 4).
2. Fill the fuel tank (B) with fuel. To allow for expansion
of the fuel, do not fill above the bottom of the fuel tank
neck (C).
3. Reinstall the fuel cap.
Starting the Engine
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable
and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
When Starting Engine
• Ensure that spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air
cleaner (if equipped) are in place and secured.
• Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
• If engine floods, set choke (if equipped) to OPEN/RUN
position, move throttle (if equipped) to FAST position
and crank until engine starts.

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