Operating The Tractor; Safety Interlock System Tests; General Operating Safety; Adding Fuel - Allis-Chalmers AC-130 Series Operator's Manual

Safety Interlock System
Tests
This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and other
safety devices. These safety systems are present for your
safety: do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never
tamper with safety devices. Check their operation regularly.
Operational SAFETY Checks
Your unit is equipped with a seat switch safety system.
Check the seat switch operation every fall and spring with the
following tests.
Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank if:
• PTO switch is ON, OR
• Brake pedal is NOT fully depressed (parking brake OFF),
Test 2 — Engine SHOULD crank if:
• PTO switch is OFF, AND
• Brake pedal is fully depressed (parking brake ON), AND
Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if:
• Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged, OR
• Operator rises off seat with brake pedal NOT fully
depressed (parking brake OFF).
Test 4 — Blade Brake Check
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a com-
plete stop within five seconds after electric PTO switch is
turned OFF (or operator rises off seat). If mower drive belt
does not stop within five seconds, re adjust the PTO clutch
as described in the ADJUSTMENTS section or see your
dealer.
Test 5 — Reverse Mow Option (RMO) Check
• Engine should shut off if: PTO is engaged AND RMO is
not activated AND reverse pedal is depressed.
• RMO light should illuminate if: RMO is engaged AND
PTO switch is activated.
NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, the PTO switch must
be turned off after the operator returns to the seat in order to
start the engine.
WARNING
If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not
operate it. See your authorized dealer. Under no
circumstance should you attempt to defeat the
purpose of the safety interlock system.

Operating the Tractor

General Operating Safety

Be sure to read all information in the SAFETY RULES
AND INFORMATION section before attempting to
operate this unit. Become familiar with all of the con-
trols and how to stop the unit.

Adding Fuel

WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be
handled with care. Never fill the tank when the
engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not
allow open flame, smoking or matches in the
area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.
Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL,
gasohol containing more than 10% ETHANOL,
gasoline additives, or white gas because
engine/fuel system damage could result.
1. Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 3).
2. Fill the tank. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank
for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for
specific fuel recommendations.
3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.

Starting the Engine

1. Sit in the seat and lift UP the seat adjustment lever,
position the seat as desired, and release the lever to
lock the seat in position.
2. Fully depress the brake pedal or set the parking
brake with pedal fully depressed, pull UP on parking
brake knob, then release pedal.
3. Raise mower to highest position with the mower
height adjustment lever.
4. Disengage the PTO switch by pushing IN.
5. Move throttle/choke control to CHOKE position.
NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking.
6. Insert key into ignition and turn clockwise to START
position and release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
7. When engine starts, leave throttle/choke control in
CHOKE position until engine warms up and begins
to run roughly.
8. Immediately move the throttle/choke control to the
FAST position.
NOTE: In the event of an emergency, the engine can be
stopped by turning the ignition switch to STOP. For nor-
mal engine shut down, follow the procedure in "Stopping
the Tractor & Engine."
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