Great Dane GSKH2561S Testing the Park Brake, Using the PTO, Testing Operator Presence Switch

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OPERATING

Testing Operator Presence Switch

NOTE: Ensure OPC switch bracket is depressed when standing on operator’s station.

1.Stand on operator’s platform with motion control levers in the NEUTRAL position.

2.Start engine.

3.Unlock park brake.

4.Step completely off operator’s platform.

Result: The engine must stop.

NOTE: Ensure OPC switch bracket is depressed when standing on operator’s station.

5.Stand on operator’s platform with motion control levers in the NEUTRAL position and start engine.

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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Thrown objects can be dangerous. Before operating the attachment:

Clear area of bystanders, especially children.

Pick up objects which may be thrown by the attachment.

6.Pull PTO switch up to engage.

7.Step completely off operator’s platform.

Result: The engine must stop.

Testing the Park Brake

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1.Stop machine on a 17° slope (30% grade) facing downhill. Stop the engine and lock the park brake.

2.Repeat procedure with machine facing uphill.

Result: Park brake must hold the machine stationary. (Machine should move no more that 61cm (24 in.) in one hour.) If machine moves more than that, brakes need to be adjusted. See your authorized dealer or refer to Adjusting Park Brake in the SERVICE STEERING AND BRAKES section.

Using Park Brake

Locking Park Brake

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Raise park brake lever (A) to lock park brake. Unlocking Park Brake:

Lower park brake lever (A) to unlock park brake.

Using the PTO

Engage PTO:

1.Stand on operator’s platform with motion control levers in the neutral position.

2.Start engine.

3.Release park brake.

4.Move throttle lever to the 1/2 to 3/4 fast position.

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5.Pull PTO knob (A) up to engage mower deck.

6.Move throttle lever forward to the fast position for mowing.

Disengage PTO:

1.Push PTO knob (A) down.

2.Set park brake.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Page Special Messages Product IdentificationIntroduction Record Identification NumbersSafety Labels Safety LabelsUnderstanding The Machine Safety Labels Safety SafetyChecking Mowing Area Using a Spark ArrestorRotating Blades are Dangerous Parking SafelyKeep Riders Off Protect ChildrenAvoid Tipping Avoid High Pressure FluidsPrevent Fires Maintenance and StorageTire Safety Handling Fuel SafelyAvoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces Daily Operating ChecklistOperating Operator Station ControlsMiscellaneous Controls Adjusting Mower Deck Cutting HeightMower Deck Controls Mounting and Dismounting Machine SafelyChecking Level Side-to-Side Adjusting Level Side-to-SideLeveling Mower Deck Checking and Adjusting Cutting Height Checking Level Front-to-RearTesting Park Brake Switch Adjusting Mower Deck Anti-Scalp WheelsTesting PTO Switch Testing Neutral Switch StartTesting Operator Presence Switch Testing the Park BrakeUsing the PTO Engage PTOUsing the Motion Control Levers Using the ThrottleUsing the Hourmeter Gentle Left Turn ForwardReverse Gentle Right TurnStopping the Engine Starting EngineEngaging Mower Mowing Tips Using Pump Free-Wheel ValvesTransporting Machine on a Trailer Mowing Travel SpeedsService Lubrication Service IntervalsService Intervals Service Engine Checking Engine Oil Level Changing Engine Oil and FilterCleaning Engine Air Intake Screen and Fan Replacing Fuel FilterHydraulic Oil Service TransmissionService Transmission Checking Hydraulic Oil LevelRemoving Traction Drive Belt Cleaning Hydraulic Oil Pump Cooling FinsChecking and Replacing Pump Traction Drive Belt Checking Traction Drive BeltChecking Motion Control Linkages Installing Traction Drive BeltChecking and Adjusting Motion Control Linkages Picture Note Traction drive belt idler pulley bottom viewChecking and Adjusting Transmission Tracking Adjusting Forward and Reverse SpeedsService Steering & Brakes Service Steering & BrakesAdjust Neutral Switch Adjusting Park BrakeService Mower Service MowerReplace blades if defective. Never straighten or weld them Installing Mower Deck Drive BeltChecking for Bent Mower Blades Replacing Mower Blades Checking and Replacing Mower BladesSharpening Blades Service the Battery Safely Service ElectricalService Electrical Balancing BladesUsing Booster Battery Checking the Battery Sealed BatteriesRemoving and Installing Battery Using Proper Fuel Service MiscellaneousService Miscellaneous Replacing FuseTightening Rear Drive Wheel Hardware Removing and Installing Rear Drive WheelsRemoving and Installing Front Caster Wheels Servicing Caster Wheel Roller Bearings Cleaning and Repairing Plastic SurfacesChecking Tire Pressure Tire Size PressureCleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Using Troubleshooting ChartPark Brake Electrical SystemMachine SteeringStorage StorageRemoving Machine From Storage AssemblyAssembly Check Hydraulic Oil LevelSpecifications SpecificationsGetting Quality Service Getting Quality ServiceWiring Schematics Service Miscellaneous Service Miscellaneous Kawasaki Wiring SchematicsHydraulic Schematics Service Miscellaneous Main FRAME, Traction DECK, Console and OPC Platform 816Ref. No Description Qty Remarks Drive Controls and Linkage Included with new Hydrostatic Pump Park Brake Park Brake Hydrostatic Pump Drive and PTO Hydrostatic Pump Drive and PTO Hydrostatic Components Hydrostatic Components Pump Block Hydraulic SchematicLeft Hydrostatic Pump Assembly Platform Components Fuel Tank and Lines Fuel Tank and Lines Kohler Engine and Related Components X6PMTX-S Kawasaki Engine and Related Components Kawasaki Engine and Related Components Kohler Logic Schematic MX20146 Kohler Logic SchematicKawasaki Logic BATTERY, Electrical Harness and Components Ref. No Description Qty Remarks Caster Wheels and Rear Wheels Caster Wheels and Rear Wheels Mower Deck Lift Linkage Mower Deck Lift Linkage Mower Deck 1011 295Chcs Mower Deck Spindles Mower Deck Spindles Labels and Decals 2021Labels and Decals

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