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3. Let the engine idle for 60 seconds.
4. Turn the ignition key to the off position and remove
the key (Figure 12).
5. Close the fuel shut off valve before transporting or
storing the machine (Figure 6).
Important: Make sure that the fuel shut off
valve is closed before transporting or storing
the machine, as fuel leakage may occur. Set the
parking brake before transporting. Make sure
to remove the key as the fuel pump may run
and cause the battery to lose charge.
Children or bystanders may be injured if they
move or attempt to operate the tractor while it
is unattended.
Always remove the ignition key and set the
parking brake when leaving the machine
unattended, even if just for a few minutes.
Operating the Power Take Off
(PTO)
The power take off (PTO) switch starts and stops the
mower blades and any powered attachments.
Engaging the PTO
1. If the engine is cold, allow the engine to warm up 5
to 10 minutes before engaging the PTO.
2. While seated in the seat, release the pressure on the
traction control levers and place in neutral.
3. Place the throttle in the fast position.
Note: Engaging the PTO with the throttle at the
half or less position will cause excessive wear to the
drive belts.
4. Pull out on the power take off (PTO) switch to
engage it (Figure 13).
1. PTO-On (knob out)
Disengaging the PTO
To disengage, push the PTO switch to the off position
(Figure 13).
The Safety Interlock System
If safety interlock switches are disconnected
or damaged the machine could operate
unexpectedly causing personal injury.
• Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
• Check the operation of the interlock
switches daily and replace any damaged
switches before operating the machine.
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 parking brake is engaged.
• The power take off (PTO) is off.
• The motion control levers are in the neutral locked
position
The safety interlock system also is designed to stop the
engine when the traction controls are moved from the
locked position with the parking brake engaged or if
you rise from the seat when the PTO switch is on.
Testing the Safety Interlock System
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
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Figure 13
2. PTO-Off (knob in)
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