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Filling the Fuel Tank
1.
Park the machine on a level surface.
2.
Engage the parking brake.
3.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
4.
Clean around the fuel-tank cap.
5.
Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the filler neck.
Note:
Do not fill the fuel tank completely full.
The empty space in the tank allows the fuel to
expand.
Using the Safety-Interlock
System
WARNING
If the safety-interlock switches are
disconnected or damaged, the machine could
operate unexpectedly, causing personal
injury.
• Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
• Check the operation of the interlock
switches daily and replace any damaged
switches before operating the machine.
Understanding the
Safety-Interlock System
The safety-interlock system is designed to prevent the
engine from starting unless:
•
The blade-control switch (PTO) is disengaged.
•
The speed-control lever is in the N
The safety-interlock system is designed to shut off
the engine when:
•
The operator-presence control (OPC) levers are
released with the machine engaged and/or the
speed control is not in the N
•
The speed-control lever is shifted out of the
N
position without holding the OPC levers
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or with the brake engaged.
•
The blade-control switch (PTO) is engaged without
holding the OPC levers.
Testing the Safety-Interlock
System
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Test the safety-interlock system each time before
you use the machine. If the safety system does not
operate as described, have an Authorized Service
Dealer repair the safety system immediately.
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1.
Engage the neutral locks and move the
speed-control lever to the N
2.
Start the engine.
3.
Without holding the operator-presence control
(OPC) levers, engage the blade-control switch
(PTO).
The engine should shut off.
4.
Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO) .
5.
With the engine running, hold down the OPC
levers and engage the blade-control switch
(PTO).
The drive belt should engage and the mower
blades should rotate.
6.
Release the OPC levers.
The engine should shut off.
7.
With the engine running, move the speed-control
lever forward, then release the OPC levers.
The engine should shut off.
If all the above conditions are not met, have an
Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system
immediately.
Performing Daily
Maintenance
Before starting the machine each day, perform the
Each Use/Daily procedures listed in
(page
16).
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
•
The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
•
Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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