Snapper SFH13320KW PTO Engagement Switch, Operator Presence / Parking Brake Handles

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E. PTO Engagement Switch

The PTO Engagement Switch engages and disengages the mower blades.

To engage the mower blades, pull up on the switch. To disengage the mower blades, push down on the switch.

When the PTO engagement lever or switch is in the Engaged position, the Engine Kill system is activated.

F.Operator Presence / Parking Brake Handles

This control deactivates the engine kill system and dis- engages the parking brake when depressed. Release the handles to activate the engine kill system and engage the parking brake. The engine will shut off if the operator releases the handles with the PTO engaged.

G. Cutting Height Adjust Handle

The cutting height adjust handle controls the mower cut- ting height. To adjust the mower cutting height, turn the crank handle clockwise to raise the cutting height. Turn the crank handle counterclockwise to lower the cutting height. Observe the cutting height indicator on the left side of the mower deck.

H. Fuel Tank Cap

To remove cap, turn counterclockwise.

Features & Controls

SAFETY

INTERLOCK SYSTEM

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

Operational SAFETY Checks

Your unit is equipped with an operator presence switch safety system. Check the operator presence switch operation every fall and spring with the following tests.

Test 1 — Engine WILL NOT start if:

• PTO switch is engaged.

Test 2 — Engine WILL start if:

• PTO switch is NOT engaged.

Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if:

•Operator releases the operator presence / parking brake handles with PTO engaged.

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 releases operator pres- ence handles). If mower drive belt does not stop within five seconds, see your dealer.

NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, PTO switch must be turned off 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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Contents McDonough, GA 30253 USA Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual forImportant Safety Instructions Safe Handling of Gasoline Maintenance Table of Contents Throttle Control Engine Ignition SwitchControl Functions Motion Control LeversOperator Presence / Parking Brake Handles PTO Engagement SwitchCutting Height Adjust Handle Operational Safety ChecksDecal Dash Panel Decal Hot Decal Danger Safety DecalsDriving the Mower General Operating SafetyChecks Before Starting Starting the EnginePushing the Mower by Hand Operating on a SlopeStopping the Mower MowingLong Term Storage Longer Than 30 Days StorageStarting After Long Term Storage Temporary Storage 30 Days Or LessTire Pressure Check Tire PressureSee Before Every Spring FallCheck / Change AIR Filter Replace Spark Plug Checking / Adding FuelFuel Filter OIL & Filter ChangeGreaseOil LubricationServicing the Mower Blades Installing The BladeTroubleshooting the Mower Troubleshooting Adjustments & ServiceTroubleshooting the Mower Deck Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceDeck Height Indicator Cutting Height AdjustmentTo Adjust the Cutting Range To Adjust the Cutting Height4 Placement Deck Leveling AdjustmentTo Level the Mower Deck Mower Deck Drive Belt Belt Removal and ReplacementTransaxle Drive Belt Adjusting the Lever Height Ground Speed Control Lever Location AdjustmentAdjusting the Lever Position Blade Brake Check PTO Clutch AdjustmentGeneral Information HOW and When to WATER, Fertilize & AerateTypes of GRASS, Climate and Conditions Cut Here On First Pass Second Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingInch Proper Cutting HeightWhat Mowing Patterns to USE When and HOW Often to MOWProper Broadcast Mowing Mowing MethodsProper Mulching Methods actually contribute to a healthy lawn How to start a healthy compost pileComposting Tips On Dealing With ClippingsStepped Cutting Solutions for Common Mowing ProblemsStreaking Stepped CuttingScalping Uneven CuttingStingers Snapper Product Registration Form Year Limited Warranty Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for

SFH13320KW specifications

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