Briggs & Stratton 2400 XL, BARON XL, RD SERIES Safety Interlock System Tests, General Operating Safety, Sta ting The E, gi e, Stopping The Tractor & Engine, Adding Fuel

			Operating the Tractor
Safety Interlock System Tests					WARNING
WARNING				Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with
				care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot
This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches				from recent operation. Do not allow open flame,
				smoking or matches in the area. Avoid over-filling and
and other safety devices. These safety systems are
				wipe up any spills.
present for your safety. Do not attempt to bypass
safety switches, and never tamper with safety					Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL, gasohol
devices.
TEST 1 — ENGINE SHOULD NOT START IF:					containing more than 10% ETHANOL, gasoline
					additives, or white gas because engine/fuel system
• Blade rotation control is in the ENGAGE position, OR
					damage could result.
• Brake pedal is NOT fully depressed (parking brake OFF).
TEST 2 — ENGINE SHOULD START IF:
• Operator is sitting in seat, AND	ReproductionSTOPPING THE TRACTOR.
				Sta ting The E		gi e
• Blade rotation control is in the DISENGAGE position, AND				1.	While sitting in the	perator’s seat, fully depress the brake
• Brake pedal is fully depressed (parking brake ON).				2.	pedal or set the parki g brake.
TEST 3 — ENGINE SHOULD SHUT OFF IF:					Make sure hat y ur feet are not depressing the ground
• Operator rises off seat.					speed on rol pedals and that the cruise control lever is in
			forneu ral.
TEST 4 — BLADE BRAKE CHECK				3.	Disengage the PTO clutch.
Mower blades and mower drive belt should c me to a			ntrol is	4.	Close the choke.
complete stop within five seconds after blade r tati n c
moved to DISENGAGE position. If the mower drive belt does				NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking.
not stop within five seconds, see your dealer.				5.	Insert the ignition key and turn it to START.
WARNING		Not
				6.	SLOW. Warm up the engine by running it for at least a
					After the engine starts, move the engine throttle control to
If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not o erate					minute.
it. See your authorized dealer.				7.	Set throttle to FULL.
				NOTE: In the event of an emergency the engine can be
				stopped by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP.
General Operating Safety				Use this method only in emergency situations. For
				normal engine shut down follow the procedure given in
Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation				Stopping The Tractor & Engine
sections before attempting to operate this unit. Become familiar
with all of the controls and how to stop the unit.				1.	Return the ground speed control(s) to neutral.
Adding Fuel
				2.	Disengage the PTO and wait for all moving parts to stop.
To add fuel:
				3.	Place the throttle control in the position specified in the
1. Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 2.1).					engine owner’s manual provided in the operator's packet
2. Fill the tank. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank for fuel					shipped with your tractor. Follow any recommended
expansion. Refer to your engine manual for specific fuel				4.	stopping procedures.
recommendations.					Turn the ignition switch to OFF. Remove the key.

3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.

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