Testing The Safety Interlock System; Initial Run-In Procedures - Scag Power Equipment SVRII-36A-23BV 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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