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2. Let engine idle for 30 to 60 seconds before turning the
ignition key to off.
3. Turn the ignition key to off (Fig. 18).
Figure 18
1. Throttle lever
4. Set the parking brake and remove key.
5. Pull wire off spark plug(s) to prevent possibility of
accidental starting before storing machine.
6. Close fuel shut off valve before storing machine.
Important
Make sure fuel shut off valve is closed
before transporting or storing machine, as fuel leakage may
occur.
Operating the Mower Power
Take Off (PTO)
The power take off switch (PTO) in conjunction with the
blade control bail engages and disengages power to the
electric clutch and mower blades.
Engaging the Mower Blades (PTO)
1. Release the upper control bar to stop the machine
(Fig. 19).
2. To engage blade, squeeze blade control bail against the
upper control bar (Fig. 19).
3. Pull the power take off switch (PTO) up and release.
Hold the blade control bail against the upper control bar
while operating.
4. Repeat the procedure to engage the mower blades if the
blade control bail is released.
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2. Ignition key
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Figure 19
1. Upper control bar
2. Blade control bail
Disengaging the Mower Blades (PTO)
1. Release blade control bail to disengage blades (Fig. 19).
The Safety Interlock System
Caution
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
mower blades from rotating unless:
The control bail is depressed.
The power take off switch (PTO) is pulled on.
The safety interlock system is designed to stop the mower
blades if you release the blade control bail.
Testing the Safety Interlock System
Test the safety interlock system before you use the machine
each time.
Note: If the safety system does not operate as described
below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety
system immediately.
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3. Power take off switch
(PTO)
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