Snapper E281323BVE, E251023BVE, E281223BVE, E331523KVE Reverse Lockout Mechanism

Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.6 REVERSE LOCKOUT MECHANISM

Data indicates that tragic back-over accidents occur each year. These accidents usually involve unsupervised children. Many times these children have been given rides on the machine and have been trained to view this potentially dangerous piece of machinery as fun rather than being taught how to avoid danger.

This riding mower has a Reverse Lockout Mechanism. This mechanism prevents the mower from being shifted into reverse with the blade running. To shift into reverse you must first stop the blade by releasing the blade pedals and then shift to reverse. It is our recommendation that this mechanism remains functional and the operator of this equipment develops the habit of never backing up with the blade running. As the Safety Instructions Indicate, DO NOT operate blades in reverse. STOP BLADES, LOOK AND SEE BEHIND AND DOWN for children, pets and hazards before and while backing.

We realize that this could cause a change to your previous mowing method but we encourage you to adjust to this new system. Do not defeat the Reverse Lockout Mechanism.

If you operate your mower near roadways or use attachments that require quicker shifting to reverse, there is an override lever provided. This lever can be pushed and held before starting the blade and will allow reverse operation until the blade pedals are released, at which time the system will return to its Reverse Lockout mode. This feature should never be selected unless you are absolutely sure that no children or others are present in the mowing area and that all children are away and supervised by a responsible adult.

1.Stop machine. Stop blade.

2.Depress and hold Override Lever.

3.Depress and hold Blade Pedals. Release Override Lever.

4.Move blade lever forward to “ON” position.

WARNING

LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets and hazards before and while backing.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT use the Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override as the normal operating mode. To return to the Reverse Lockout Mechanism mode, release blade pedals to turn blade off. The Override will reset to Reverse Lockout. Check the Reverse Lockout Mechanism frequently for proper function. With the blade pedals depressed, the shift lever must not go into reverse. DO NOT operate machine if Reverse Lockout Mechanism is not functioning properly. Contact your local Snapper dealer for assistance.

DANGER

LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets and hazards before and while backing.

BLADES must be turned off before backing machine.

DO NOT allow children on machine (even with blades off) or in yard when mowing.

2.6.1.Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override

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