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Operation
Operating the
Power Take Off (PTO)
The power take–off (PTO) switch engages and
disengages power to the electric clutch.
If the ignition key is in the RUN or LIGHTS position
and the power take off (PTO) is engaged, the PTO
indicator light will be on. When this light is on, it is
a reminder: the implement is being powered and the
starter will not crank while the PTO is engaged.
Always turn off the PTO before getting off the seat.
Engaging the Power Take Off (PTO)
1.
Depress the brake pedal to stop the machine.
2.
Move the throttle lever to FAST.
IMPORTANT: For best performance, always
use full throttle when the power take off
(PTO) switch is ON.
3.
Pull the power take off (PTO) switch to ON
(Fig. 14).
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Figure 14
1. Push (off-disengaged)
Disengaging the Power Take Off (PTO)
1.
Push the power take off (PTO) switch to OFF.
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2. Pull (on-engaged)
Check the Safety Interlock
System
Understanding the Safety Interlock
System
The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the
engine from starting unless:
You are sitting on the seat
The brake pedal is depressed
The power take off (PTO) is OFF
The safety interlock system will stop the engine if
you rise from the seat when the brake pedal is
released or the power take off (PTO) is ON.
Testing the Safety Interlock System
Test the safety interlock system each time before you
use the machine. Do not operate the machine if the
safety system is not functioning properly. If the
safety system does not operate as described below,
have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety
system immediately.
1.
Fully depress the brake pedal. Pull the power
take–off (PTO) switch to ON. Now turn the
ignition key to START. The starter should not
crank.
2.
Push the power take–off (PTO) switch to OFF
and release the brake pedal. Now turn the
ignition key to START; the starter should not
crank.
3.
Fully depress the brake pedal and set the parking
brake. Push the PTO switch to OFF and rise
from the seat. Now turn the key to START. The
starter should not crank.
4.
Fully depress the brake pedal and set the parking
brake. Push the power take–off (PTO) switch to
OFF. Now start the engine. While the engine is
running, release the parking brake and rise
slightly from the seat; the engine should stop.
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