Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.3.5. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
This machine has seven different cutting height positions. IMPORTANT: When positioning the cutting deck into a higher cutting position, pull up on the deck lift handle only, it is not necessary to pull up on the release lever at the same time. Use the release lever when moving deck cutting height to a lower cutting position.
1.Grasp both handles together to disengage latch.
2.Raise or lower handles to desired height.
3.Release lower handle to engage latch. See Figure 2.9.
DECK LIFT
HANDLE
HIGHEST
NOTCH
RELEASE
LEVER
CONNECTING BAR OMITTED
IN THIS VIEW FOR CLARITY DETENT PLATE
FIGURE 2.9
2.4SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM CHECKS This machine is equipped with an electrical safety interlock system that is provided for the safety of the operator and others. All safety devices must be in place and functioning properly before operating the machine. Perform the following interlock system checks periodically during the operating season. Contact your authorized Snapper dealer if you have questions.
WARNING
DO NOT operate machine if any safety interlock or safety device is not in place and functioning properly. DO NOT attempt to defeat, modify or remove any safety device.
ENGINE MUST NOT START IF:
1)Park Brake not in engaged position, OR,
2)Blade Switch in the “ON” blades engaged position.
ENGINE SHOULD START IF:
1)Blade Switch in the “OFF” blades disengaged position AND,
2)Park Brake in engaged position.
ENGINE MUST BEGIN TO STOP IF:
1)Operator rises off of seat with Blade Switch in “ON” blades engaged position OR,
2)Operator rises off of seat with Park Brake not in engaged position.
IMPORTANT: Engine will continue to run if Operator becomes seated prior to engine coming to a complete stop. To restart the blades, first move the Blade Switch to the “OFF” position and then back to the “ON” position. After coming to a complete stop, the blade switch must be moved to the “OFF” position and the Park Brake engaged before engine can be restarted. Engine and blades must come to a complete stop within 5 seconds after the operator rises off the seat or the blade switch is moved to the “OFF” position.
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