SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
DO NOT allow operation of the machine by untrained personnel.
3.1 BEFORE OPERATING
Be thoroughly familiar with all controls and how to use them before operating the machine. Know beforehand how to STOP the Traction Wheel Drives, Mower Blades and Engine in preparation for possible emergencies.
3.2 STOPPING MACHINE
1.To STOP forward or reverse motion, firmly squeeze both Traction Levers towards the handle and hold. Using your index fingers, pull right and left Traction Locks back until both Traction Levers lock in Traction Locked position. See Figure 3.1.
2.Make sure that both Traction Locks are in the Traction Locked position.
3.Release both Traction Levers slowly and with caution.
4.Move Transmission Shift Lever to “Neutral”.
5.Pull Blade Clutch Switch rearward to the OFF position. See Figure 3.1.
6.Move Engine Speed Control Lever to SLOW (turtle) position. See Figure 3.1.
7.STOP ENGINE by turning Key Switch to “Stop” position. Remove key. See Figure 3.1.
| ENGINE |
| SPEED |
| BLADE CLUTCH CONTROL |
RIGHT HAND | SWITCH |
TRACTION | SHOWN IN OFF |
LEVER | POSITION |
TRACTION LOCK
SHOWN IN TRACTION
LOCKED POSITION
WARNING
When the Operator’s Presence Control (OPC) is released, the machine will continue to operate a few feet. DO NOT use this Operator’s Presence Control (OPC) to routinely stop the machine.
3.3 SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM CHECKS
This machine is equipped with an electrical safety interlock system that is provided for the safety of the operator and others. All safety devices must be in place and functioning properly before operating the machine. Perform the following interlock system checks periodically during the operating season. Contact your authorized Snapper dealer if you have questions.
WARNING
DO NOT operate machine if any safety interlock or safety device is not in place and functioning properly. DO NOT attempt to defeat, modify or remove any safety device.
1.Place right and left Traction Levers in the Traction Locked position. Place Transmission Shift Lever in “Neutral”. Pull the Blade Clutch Switch back to the “Off” position. Refer to Section “Starting and Operation”. Start engine.
2.Depress right and left Operator’s Presence Controls against handle. DO NOT move the Traction Levers to the “Unlocked” position.
3.Move Blade Clutch Switch to the “On” position. Release right and left Operator’s Presence Controls. The engine and blades must begin to stop. Depress both Operator’s Presence Controls before engine and blades come to a complete stop.
4.Move Blade Clutch Switch to the “Off” position.
5.Move Transmission Shift Lever to “First”. Release right and left Operator’s Presence Controls. The engine must begin to stop. Depress both Operator’s Presence Controls before engine comes to a complete stop.
6.Return Transmission Shift Lever to “Neutral” position.
7.Turn Key Switch to “Stop” poison. Engine must die.
FIGURE 3.1
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