Testing The Safety Interlock System; Initial Run-In Procedures - Scag Power Equipment V-TIDE II SVRII-32A-16FX Operator's Manual

Section 4
4.4 TESTING THE SAFETY INTERLOCK
SYSTEM
The safety interlock system should be tested each time
before using the machine. If the safety interlock system
does not operate as described below, contact your local
Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer immediately to
have the safety interlock system repaired.
SVRII-32 / 36 MACHINES:
-NOTE-
All SVRII-32 / 36 models will start with the operator
off of the platform. For all test procedures listed
below the engine should be started with the
operator standing on the platform unless specified
otherwise.
1. Place the steering control levers in the neutral
position, engage the parking brake, and engage the
PTO switch to the ON (up) position. Stand on the
operator platform for electric start models. Try to start
the engine; the engine should not start.
2. Move the PTO switch to the OFF (down) position,
release the parking brake. Stand on the operator
platform in the operating position for electric start
models. Try to start the engine; the engine should not
start.
3. Place the steering control levers in the neutral
position, engage the parking brake, move the
PTO switch to the OFF (down) position, and start
the engine. Stand on the operator platform in the
operating position with the engine running, engage
the PTO switch to the ON (up) position, and step
backwards off of the operating platform. The engine
should shut off.
4. Place the steering control levers in the neutral
position, engage the parking brake, move the
PTO switch to the OFF (down) position, and start
the engine. Stand on the operator platform in the
operating position with the engine running, release
the parking brake, and step backwards off of the
operating platform. The engine should shut off.
SVRII 48/52/61 TIGER EYE EQUIPPED MACHINES:
1. Stand on the operator platform in the operating
position, place the steering control levers in the
neutral position, engage the parking brake, and
engage the PTO switch to the ON (up) position. Try
to start the engine; the engine should not start.
2. Stand on the operator platform in the operating
position, place the steering control levers in the
neutral position, disengage the parking brake, and
move the PTO switch to the OFF (down) position. Try
to start the engine; the engine should not start.
3. Stand on the operator platform in the operating
position, place the steering control levers in the
neutral position, engage the parking brake, move the
PTO switch to the OFF (down) position, and start the
engine. With the engine running, engage the PTO
switch to the ON (up) position, and step backwards
off of the operating platform. The engine should shut
off.
4. Stand on the operator platform in the operating
position, place the steering control levers in the
neutral position, engage the parking brake, move the
PTO switch to the OFF (down) position, and start the
engine. With the engine running, release the parking
brake, and step backwards off of the operating
platform. The engine should shut off.
WARNING
Never operate the mower with the interlock
system disconnected or malfunctioning. Do not
disengage or bypass any switch; injury to yourself
and others or property damage could result.

4.5 INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES

FIRST DAY OF USE OR APPROXIMATELY 20 HOURS
1. Check all belts for proper alignment and wear at 2, 4
and 8 hours.
2. Change the engine oil and oil filter after the first 20
hours of operation. See Section 7.4.
3. Check oil level in the hydraulic system reservoir.
See Section 7.3.
4. Check for loose hardware. Tighten as needed.
5. Check interlock system for proper operation.
See Section 4.2.
6. Check tire pressure. Adjust pressure if necessary.
See Section 7.10.
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