Operation On Slopes - Simplicity 1613H Operator's Manual

Operation
Test 1
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Test 4
Engine should NOT crank if:
A. Seat not occupied or;
B. Transmission lever out of neutral, or;
C. PTO switch engaged.
Engine should crank if:
A. Seat is occupied, and;
B. Transmission lever in neutral, and;
C. PTO switch disengaged.
Engine should shut off if:
A. Operator rises off seat with transmission
lever in gear, or:
B. Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged.
C. If operator returns to seat before engine
stops, the engine will restart and
electric PTO clutch will re-engage.
Electric clutch will disengage if:
A. Operator rises off seat with engine
running.
B. If operator returns to seat before engine
stops, the engine will resume speed and
electric PTO clutch will re-engage.
OPERATION ON SLOPES
WARNING
Never operate on slopes greater than 30 percent
(16.7°) which is a rise of three feet in a travel distance of
ten feet. When operating on slopes that are greater
than 15 percent (8.5°) but less than 30 percent, use
front counterweights and rear wheel weights. In
addition to front and rear weights, use extra caution
when operating on slopes with rear-mounted grass
catcher.
To safely mow on slopes, perform the following common-
sense test to determine if slope is too steep for tractor use:
1. Try to back directly up the slope. If tractor easily climbs
slope in reverse, tractor can safely be used to mow slope
by going directly up and down the face of the slope. DO
NOT MOW ACROSS THE FACE OF SLOPES OVER
15%, ONLY MOW UP AND DOWN.
2. If tractor fails to climb slope in reverse, do not use tractor
to mow slope. Use push mower and follow safety
guidelines in Operator's Manual for push mower.
3. Do not start or stop on slopes when mowing up and
down the face of slopes.
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