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7 OPERATION
7.1
DAILY INSPECTION_________________________________________________
1. Perform a visual inspection of the entire machine, look for signs of wear, loose hardware and missing or dam-
aged components. Check for fuel and oil leaks to ensure connections are tight and hoses and tubes are in
good condition.
2. Check the fuel supply, radiator coolant level, crankcase oil level, hydraulic oil level and the air cleaner is
clean. All fluids must be at the full mark with the engine cold.
3. Make sure all cutting units are adjusted to the same height of cut.
4. Check all tyres for proper inflation.(Section 4.3).
Once checks 1-4 are complete, start machine and test the operator presence control. (Section 7.2).
7.2
OPERATOR PRESENCE AND SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM ______________
1. The operator presence & safety interlock system prevents the engine from starting unless the operator is
seated, Park Brake is on, the Cutter Engage (PTO) switch is off, and the Traction Pedal is in the neutral
position. The system stops the engine after 3 seconds if the operator leaves the seat and the Park Brake is
off. If the operator leaves the seat with the Cutter Engage (PTO) switch on and the Park Brake on only the
cutters will stop.
2. Perform each of the following tests to ensure the operator presence & safety interlock system is functioning
properly. Stop the test and have the system inspected and repaired if any of the tests fail as listed below:
Represents normal starting procedures, With the operator seated, the Park Brake on, the Cutter
Test 1
Engage (PTO) switch off and the Tractor Pedal in the neutral position, the engine starts.
The engine must not start if the operator is not seated.
Test 2
The engine must not start if the park brake is off.
Test 3
The engine must not start if the Cutter Engage (PTO) is switch on.
Test 4
The engine must not start if the Traction Pedal is out of neutral.
Test 5
Start the engine in the normal manner and turn the Cutter Engage (PTO) switch on. Lift your
Test 6
weight off the seat, the Cutter PTO will disengage within 3 seconds.
Start the engine in the normal manner. Turn the Park Brake off and the Cutter Engage (PTO)
Test 7
switch on. Lift your weight off the seat, the engine should stop after 3 seconds.
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CAUTION
The daily inspection should be performed only when the
engine is off and all fluids are cold. Lower
cutting units to the ground, engage Park
Brake, stop engine and remove
Ignition Key.
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