Scag Power Equipment STC Operator's Manual page 9

Section 2
2.3 BEFORE OPERATION
CONSIDERATIONS (CONT'D)
WARNING:
This machine is equipped with an interlock system
intended to protect the operator and others from
injury. This is accomplished by preventing the
engine from starting unless the deck drive is
disengaged, the parking brake is on, the steering
control levers are in the neutral position and the
operator is in the seat. The system shuts off the
engine if the operator leaves the seat with the deck
drive engaged and/or the steering control levers not
in the neutral position and the parking brake not
engaged. Never operate equipment with the interlock
system disconnected or malfunctioning.
2.4 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS
WARNING:
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. To check a slope,
attempt to back up it (with the cutter deck down). If
the machine can back up the slope without the
wheels slipping, reduce speed and use extreme
caution. ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROVED
OPERATION.
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