SAFETY ICONS
Warning: Read Operator’s
Manual.
Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using this machine.
Danger: Thrown Objects.
This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris. Keep bystanders away.
Warning: Remove Key Before
Servicing.
Remove the key and consult techni- cal literature before performing repairs or maintenance.
Danger: Machine Rollover.
Operating on steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of steering, control and rollover. Do not use this machine on slopes greater than 10°.
Danger: Machine Rollover.
Do not operate on any slopes when wet or slippery. Do not operate near
Danger: Dismemberment.
This machine can amputate limbs. Keep bystanders and children away when engine is running.
Danger: Dismemberment.
This mower deck can amputate limbs. Keep hands and feet away from blades.
Danger: Dismemberment.
This machine can crush and cut. Keep hands away from belts and pulleys.
Danger: Carbon Monoxide
Poisoning.
Do not operate the engine in an unventilated area.
Danger: Fire Hazard.
Keep unit free of grass, leaves and excess oil. Do not add fuel while engine is hot or running. Stop engine and allow to cool for 5 min- utes prior to adding fuel. Do not add fuel indoors, in an enclosed trailer, garage or other enclosed areas. Clean up spilled fuel. Do not smoke while operating this machine.
Safety Icons & Interlock System
SAFETY INTERLOCK
SYSTEM
This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamp- er with safety devices. Check their operation regularly.
Operational SAFETY Checks
TEST 1 — ENGINE SHOULD NOT CRANK IF:
•PTO switch is engaged, OR
•Parking brake is not engaged, OR
•Motion control handles are not in their NEUTRAL positions.
TEST 2 — ENGINE SHOULD CRANK IF:
•PTO switch is NOT engaged, AND
•Parking brake is engaged, AND
•Motion control handles are locked in their NEU- TRAL positions.
TEST 3 — ENGINE SHOULD SHUT OFF IF:
•Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged, OR
•Operator rises off seat with parking brake disen- gaged, OR
•Operator moves motion control handles out of their neutral positions before disengaging parking brake.
TEST 4 — BLADE BRAKE CHECK
The mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a complete stop within five seconds after the electric PTO switch is turned off (or operator rises off seat). If mower drive belt does not stop within five seconds, see your dealer.
NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, the PTO switch must be turned off, parking brake must be engaged, and the ground speed control handles must be locked in their NEUTRAL positions in order to start the engine.
WARNING
If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not operate it. See your authorized dealer. Under no circumstance should you attempt to defeat the purpose of the safety interlock system.
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