Operation; Safety Interlock System Tests - Snapper GT600 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.
WaRNING
If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not oper-
ate it. See an authorized dealer.
Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank if:
• PTO is engaged, OR
• Brake pedal is NOT fully depressed (parking brake
OFF), OR
Test 2 — Engine SHOUlD crank and start if:
• Operator is sitting in seat, AND
• PTO is disengaged, AND
• Brake pedal is fully depressed (parking brake ON),
AND
Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if:
• Operator rises off seat.
Test 4 — Check Mower Blade Stopping Time
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a
complete stop within five seconds after PTO is disen-
gaged. If mower drive belt does not stop within five sec-
onds, see an authorized dealer.
Test 5 — Check Reverse Mow Option (RMO)
• Engine should shut off if reverse travel is attempted if
the PTO is engaged and RMO has not been activated.
• RMO light should illuminate when RMO has been acti-
vated.
WaRNING
Mowing in reverse can be hazardous to bystand-
ers. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert
to the presence of children. Never activate the RMO if
children are present. Children are often attracted to the
unit and the mowing activity.
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adding Fuel
To add fuel:
1. Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 4).
2. Fill the tank. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank for
fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for spe-
cific fuel recommendations.
3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.
Starting the Engine
1. While sitting in the operator's seat, fully depress the
brake pedal or set the parking brake.
2. Set the cruise control lever in neutral and make sure
that your feet are not depressing the ground speed
control pedals.
3. Disengage the PTO.
4. Set the throttle to middle position (set throttle to FULL
when starting in cold weather).
5. Turn the key to the RUN position to activate the glow
plugs; the glow plug light in the dashboard display will
light.
6. Wait for the glow plug light to turn off, then turn the key
to START. If the engine does not start immediately,
move the throttle to FULL.
7. After the engine starts, move the engine throttle con-
trol to SLOW. Warm up the engine by running it for at
least a minute.
8. Move the throttle to FULL before engaging the PTO
switch or driving the tractor.
NOTE: In the event of an emergency the engine can be
stopped by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP.
Use this method only in emergency situations. For
normal engine shut down follow the procedure given i
STOPPING THE TRACTOR.

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