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4. Turn key switch to the start position.
Result: The engine must not crank.
Testing Neutral Switch (Run)
1.Lock park brake.
2.Push PTO switch down to disengage.
3.Start engine.
4.Push one motion control lever forward.
5.Repeat procedure using the other lever.
6.Repeat procedure pushing each motion control lever rearward.
Result: The engine must stop when either lever is moved from neutral position.
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
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
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.
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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