Controls; Safety Start Interlock System - HUSTLER FasTrak 48 Operator's Manual

G. 10 amp fuse (Figure 3-1, Figure 3-2, & Figure 3-3) —
Ignition/Safety system – 10 amp, blade-type.
H. Fuel tank gauge (Figure 3-1, Figure 3-2, & Figure 3-3) —
This gauge shows the fuel level in the fuel tank.
I. Oil pressure light (Figure 3-2 & Figure 3-3) — this light
comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the
RUN position and stays lit until the engine is running
and a safe oil pressure is developed. If the light comes
on during operation, shut engine off immediately and
locate and correct the problem.
J. Engine malfunction light (Figure 3-3) — this light comes
on when there has been an engine malfunction on
mowers with electronic fuel injected engines. Refer to
the engine owner's manual for more details.

Controls

A. Steering control levers (Figure 3-4 & Figure 3-5) —
these levers control the mower's speed, direction,
stopping, and park brake.
The parking brake may not hold the mower if
parked on a slope. Block or chock the machine
when parked on a slope.
B. Deck lift pedal (Figure 3-6) — the deck lift pedal is
used to raise or lower the deck. Push on the pedal to
raise the deck and then place the adjusting pin into the
desired cutting height hole. Release the pedal.
Push the deck lift pedal to raise the deck when going
over obstructions.
Shown with steering control levers in the park brake
position
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A. Steering control lever
Figure 3-5
REV K
Shown with steering control levers in the neutral position
A. Steering control lever
A. Deck lift pedal

Safety Start Interlock System

The mower's safety start interlock system consists of the
park brake switches, seat switch, and deck clutch switch.
IMPORTANT:
immediately if it malfunctions.
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This safety feature prevents mower runaway or accidental
entanglement during operation.
Check the mower's safety start interlock system daily,
prior to operation.
To inspect the system:
1. Sit on the seat when testing the seat switch.
2. Set both steering control levers in the park brake
position.
3-2
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Figure 3-4
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Figure 3-6
Repair this important safety feature
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