Operation - Simplicity Prestige Series Operator's Manual

OPERATION

Safety Interlock System Tests
This unit is equipped with a Safety Interlock System. Do
not attempt to bypass or tamper with the switches and
devices.
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 if:
• 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
complete stop within fi ve seconds after electric PTO
switch is turned OFF. If mower drive belt does not stop
within fi ve seconds, readjust the PTO clutch as described
in the MAINTENANCE section or see your 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 activated.
• RMO light should illuminate when RMO has been ac-
tivated.
NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, the PTO switch
must be turned off 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.
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Adding Fuel
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely fl ammable
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 overfi ll fuel tank. To allow for expansion of
the fuel, do not fi ll above the bottom of the fuel tank
neck.
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open fl ames, pilot
lights, heat, and other ignition sources.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fi ttings 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 with fuel. To allow for expansion of the
fuel, do not fi ll above the bottom of the fuel tank neck.
3. Reinstall the fuel cap.
Starting the Engine
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely fl ammable
and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
When Starting Engine
• Ensure that spark plug, muffl er, fuel cap and air
cleaner (if equipped) are in place and secured.
• Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
• If engine fl oods, set choke (if equipped) to OPEN/RUN
position, move throttle (if equipped) to FAST position
and crank until engine starts.
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