Snapper LT180H42IBV, LT200H42IBV2, LT200H48IBV2 Danger, Operating Instructions

Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.7. 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 blades running. To shift into reverse you must first stop the blades and then shift to reverse. It is our recommendation that this mechanism remain functional and the operator of this equipment develop the habit of never backing up with the blades running. As the Safety Instructions Indicate, DO NOT operate blades with machine 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 engaging the blades and will allow reverse operation until the blade switch is pushed in to the “OFF” position, 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.

2.7.1.Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override

1.Stop machine. Stop blades.

2.Depress and hold Override Lever.

3.Pull blade switch “OUT” to engage blade.

4.Release Override Lever

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, disengage (STOP) blades by pushing blade switch in to the “OFF” position. The Override will reset to Reverse Lockout.

2.7.2.Check the Reverse Lockout Mechanism Before each use, check the Reverse Lockout Mechanism for proper function. The following procedure requires the operation of the engine and blades. Before proceeding, Read, Understand, and Follow all Safety Instructions and Warnings in this manual and on the machine.

1.Complete Pre-Start Checklist.

2.Move machine to clear open area. DO NOT allow children or others in area.

3.Start engine.

4.Pull blade switch “OUT” to engage blades.

5.Reverse Lockout Mechanism must prevent speed control lever from going into reverse.

WARNING

DO NOT operate machine if Reverse Lockout Mechanism is not functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer immediately 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.

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