Snapper 150Z Operater's Manual - Page 12

Operator Safety Safety Interlock System Tests This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These safety systems are present for your safety. Do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety devices. Check their operation regularly. WARNING If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not operate it. See your local authorized dealer. Under no circumstance should you attempt to defeat the purpose of the safety interlock system. Operational SAFETY Checks Test 1 - Engine should NOT crank if: • Mower blades switch is ON, OR • Ground speed control levers are not in their START/ PARK positions, OR • Parking brake lever is in disengage position. Test 2 - Engine SHOULD crank if: • Mower blade switch is OFF, AND • Ground speed control levers are in their START/ r n PARK positions, AND • Parking brake lever is in engage position. fo tio Test 3 - Engine should SHUT OFF if: • Operator rises off seat with the mower blade switch t c ON, OR o u • Operator rises off seat with the ground speed levers in DRIVE positions, OR N d • Operator rises off seat with the parking brake in o disengage position, OR r • Operator moves the left and/or right ground speed control lever out of its START/PARK position with p the parking brake lever in engage position. e Test 4 - Blade Brake Check R The mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a complete stop within five seconds after the mower blade switch is turned OFF. If mower drive belt does not stop within five seconds, contact your local authorized dealer. NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, the mower blade switch must be turned OFF, the ground speed control levers must be locked in their START/PARK positions, and the parking brake lever must be in the engage position in order to start the engine. 12