Snapper 1800, 2800, 500, 1700, 2700, 400 manual General Operating Safety, Adding Fuel

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Operating the Tractor

SAFETY INTERLOCK

SYSTEM TESTS

This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and other safety devices. These safety systems are pre- sent for your safety: do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety devices. Check their operation regularly.

Operational SAFETY Checks

Your unit is equipped with a seat switch safety system. Check the seat switch operation every fall and spring with the following tests.

Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank if:

•PTO switch is ON, OR

•Brake pedal is NOT fully depressed (parking brake OFF), OR

•The cruise control lever is NOT in NEUTRAL.

Test 2 — Engine SHOULD crank and start if:

•Operator is sitting in seat, AND.

•PTO switch is OFF, AND

•Brake pedal is fully depressed (parking brake ON),

AND

•The cruise control lever is in NEUTRAL

Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if:

• Operator rises off seat.

Test 4 — Blade Brake Check

Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a complete stop within five seconds after electric PTO switch is turned OFF (or operator rises off seat). If mower drive belt does not stop within five seconds, readjust the PTO clutch as described in the ADJUSTMENTS section or see your dealer.

Test 5 — Reverse Mow Option (RMO) Check

•Engine should shut off if reverse travel is attempted if the PTO has been switched on and RMO has not been acti- vated.

•RMO light should illuminate when RMO has been activat- ed.

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.

General Operating Safety

Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this unit. Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit.

Adding Fuel

WARNING

Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not allow open flame, smoking or matches in the area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.

To add fuel:

1.Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 4).

2.Fill the tank. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for specific fuel recommendations.

3.Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.

Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL, gasohol containing more than

10% ETHANOL, gasoline additives, or white gas because engine/fuel system damage could result.

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