Safety Interlock System Tests; Automatic Controlled Traction (Act) - Simplicity Legacy XL Operator's Manual

3) Make sure that the ROLL BAR is correctly and
completely installed.
• EVERY 100 HOURS - Inspect the ROLL BAR structure
and mounting hardware for:
1) Any cracks in the structure (structural members and/or
welds).
2) Significant corrosion on any part of the ROLL BAR
structure or hardware.
3) Missing, damaged, or loose mounting hardware.
4) Mounting hardware that is of a grade lesser than
specified.
5) Machine GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight), including
attachments, restrained payload, fuel and operator, in
excess of the maximum weight specified on the ROLL
BAR label.
6) Any modifications that have been made, such as
unauthorized welds and holes.
7) Any permanent deformation or twisting of the ROLL
BAR structure.
8) That the ROLL BAR label is still in place and is
readable.
9) That the ROLL BAR on-product warning labels are still
on the ROLL BAR and are readable.
• If there is any doubt as to the condition of the ROLL BAR,
remove the machine from service and contact your dealer
for assistance.
Inspection and Maintenance of the Roll Bar Seat Belt
WARNING
Failure to correctly inspect and maintain the seat belt can
cause serious injury or death.
The seat belt like the Roll Bar, needs to be periodically
inspected to verify that the integrity has not been
compromised through normal machine use, misuse, age
degradation, modifications, or a roll over. If the seat belt does
not pass the tests that follow, it must be replaced.
• BEFORE EACH USE - Conduct the following inspections/
maintenance of the seat belt and retraction mechanism:
1. Check for damage to any part of the seat belt such as
nicks, cuts, loose stitching, or fraying.
2. Check that the buckle and latch operate properly and that
the latch plate is not excessively worn, deformed, or the
buckle is damaged or cracked. The seat belt should latch
and release easily.
• Replace entire seat belt if mounting hardware, buckle,
belt, or retractor show signs of damage. Inspect seat
belt and mounting hardware at lease once a year. Look
for signs of loose hardware or belt damage, such as
cuts, fraying, extreme or unusual wear, discoloration, or
abrasion. Replace only with replacement parts approved
for your machine.
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Safety Interlock System Tests

This machine is equipped with a Safety Interlock System.
Do not attempt to bypass or tamper with the switches and
devices.
WARNING
If the machine does not pass a safety test, do not
operate the machine. See an authorized dealer.
Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank if
• The Power-Take-Off (PTO) switch is ON, OR
• The brake pedal is NOT fully depressed (parking brake
OFF).
Test 2 — Engine SHOULD crank and start if
• The PTO switch is OFF, AND
• The Brake pedal is fully depressed (parking brake ON).
Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if
• The operator rises off the seat with the PTO engaged, OR
• The operator rises off the seat with the brake pedal NOT
fully depressed (parking brake OFF).
Test 4 — Mower Blade Stopping Time Check
• The mower blades and mower drive belt should come to
a complete stop within five seconds after the PTO switch
is turned OFF.
• If the drive belt does not stop within five seconds, see an
authorized dealer.
Test 5 — Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) Check
• The engine should shut off if reverse travel is attempted
if the PTO has been switched ON and the RMO has not
been activated.
• The RMO light should 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 (RMO) if children are present. Children are often
attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.

Automatic Controlled Traction (ACT)

Automatic Controlled Traction (ACT) applies a preset amount
of torque to both rear wheels even if one starts to slip. A
transmission without ACT will lose traction completely if one
rear wheel starts to slip. This preset torque is just enough to
give additional traction, and still let the wheels turn at different
speeds in a tight turn without damage to the lawn.
Under certain circumstances, the ACT system limit can be
exceeded, and one of the rear tires may slip. For example, if
you turn up a hill, when you accelerate. This is normal. If you
start to lose traction, do not speed up. Instead, slow to stop,
straighten the steering wheel, and slowly accelerate. Stopping
the tractor lets the transmission get more traction.