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OPERATING THE MOWER

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SAFETY NOTICE

WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS - Before operating the mower it is essential that;

-The operator reads and understands this manual.

-The operator platform latching mechanism is fully engaged and in good working order, refer - OPERATOR PLATFORM LATCHING MECHANISM.

-The daily maintenance checks have been properly carried out and the mower is in good working order.

-The operator should wear safety clothing and eye protection. Failure to do so could result in risk to health and safety.

-The area where the equipment is to be used is inspected and all objects which may be thrown by the machine are removed.

Operate safely on slopes;

It is essential to follow safe working practices when working on slopes. In order to avoid potentially hazardous situations, it is essential that the operator understands and observes the relevant safety precautions listed in this manual, refer - ‘SAFETY PRECAUTIONS’.

OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS

Cutting Cylinder Drive Lockout: Drive to the cutting cylinders is only possible when the operator is seated. If the operator raises off the seat for a period of more than one second, a switch is activated and drive to the cutting cylinders is automatically disengaged. To re-engage drive to the cutting cylinders, the operator must return to the seat, then operate the cutterhead drive switch to the ‘OFF’ position before moving it back to the ‘ON’ position. If the operator rises off the seat for a brief moment during normal work, drive to the cutting cylinders is not affected.

The engine can only be started with the cutterhead drive switch in the ‘OFF’ position.

Engine Start Lockout: The engine can only be started when the forward/reverse travel pedal is released to the 'NEUTRAL' position, the cutterhead drive switch is in the ‘OFF’ position and the parking brake is engaged. When these circumstances are satisfied, switches are activated permitting the engine to be start- ed.

Engine Run Interlock: Once the engine is started the operator must be seated before the parking brake is released for the engine to continue to run.

With the engine running and the machine moving with the travel pedal depressed, the engine will continue to run when the operator rises from the seat. If the travel pedal is then allowed to return to neutral the engine will cut out.

WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS - Do not operate the turf mower if the operator presence controls are defective in any way. ALWAYS replace faulty parts and check that they function correctly before operating the mower.

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