Simplicity Broadmoor 2691467 Operator's Manual page 9

• Operator is NOT in seat.
Test 2 — Engine will crank and start if:
• PTO switch is OFF, AND
• Operator is in seat, AND
• Brake pedal is fully pushed down (parking brake ON).
Test 3 — Engine will SHUT OFF if:
• Operator rises off seat with Power Take-Off (PTO)
engaged, OR
• Operator rises off seat with brake pedal NOT fully pushed
down (parking brake OFF).
Test 4 — Mower Blade Stopping Time Check
The mower blades and mower drive belt will come to a
complete stop within five seconds after the electric PTO
switch is turned OFF. If the mower drive belt does not stop
within five seconds, see an authorized dealer.
Test 5 — Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) Check
• The engine will shut off when reverse travel is attempted
with the Power Take Off (PTO) switched on and the
Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) not activated.
• The RMO light will come on when the RMO has been
activated.
DANGER
Mowing in reverse can be hazardous to bystanders. Tragic
accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Never activate the Reverse Mowing
Option if children are present. Children are often attracted to
the machine and the mowing activity.
Engine
Check and Add Engine Oil
®
Use Briggs & Stratton Warranty Certified oils for best
performance. Other high-quality detergent oils are acceptable
if classified for service SF, SG, SH, SJ or higher. Do not use
special additives.
Outdoor temperatures determine the correct oil viscosity for
the engine. Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the
outdoor temperature range expected.
SAE 30 - Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard
A
starting.
B 10W-30 - Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W-30 can cause
increased oil consumption. Inspect the oil level more frequently.
C 5W-30
D Synthetic 5W-30
E
®
Vanguard Synthetic 15W-50
1. Put the unit on a level surface (Figure 6).
2. Stop the engine and remove the starter insert (E,
Figure 3).
3. Remove all unwanted material from the oil fill area.
4. Pull the dipstick (A, Figure 6) out from the oil fill. Remove
the remaining oil from the dipstick.
5. Install and tighten the dipstick. Remove the dipstick
again. Make sure that the oil level is at the FULL mark
(B, Figure 6).
6. If the oil level is LOW, add engine oil. See
the Specifications section.
7. Wait one minute. Make sure that the oil level is at the top
of the FULL indicator. Install and tighten the dipstick.
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