8. Parking brake lever
This lever is used to set the brake when the riding mower is parked. Pull the
lever fully up until the ratchet
locks.
NOTE:
The parking
brake lever does not operate the automatic
clutch.
Always
put the transmission
in neutral, or turn off the engine switch
before
setting the parking brake. A warning
buzzer will sound if the parking brake
is engaged while the transmission
is in gear and the engine switch
is ON.
CAUTION:
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When washing the riding mower, do not allow water to get into the warning
buzzer holes.
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Never park hte riding mower on a slope.
To release, pull the lever up slightly and press the lever set button, lower the
lever while holding the button in.
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Operating the riding mower with the parking brake set will result
in severe damage to the brake lining, and could lead to a complete
brake
system failure.
PARKING
BRAKE
LEVER
SET BUTTON
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