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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Operator Presence System
Be sure the operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your
mower does not function as described, repair the problem immediately.
¾The engine should not start unless the parking brakes (handle controls) are
engaged (rotated outward), the PTO (Blade Engagement – See OPERATION
FEATURES section of this manual) switch is disengaged (pressed down), and
the operator is on the seat.
¾When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat
without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine.
¾When the engine is running and the PTO switch is engaged, any attempt by
the operator to leave the seat without first disengaging the PTO switch, should
shut off the engine.
¾When the engine is running and the control levers are rotated in, any
attempt by the operator to leave the seat without rotating the control levers out,
should shut off the engine.
¾The PTO switch should never engage without the operator on the seat.
Tires
¾Maintain proper air pressure in all tires ( SEE SPECIFICATIONS section)
¾Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm
rubber.
¾Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may
cause tire damage.