Snapper ZT18440KH 18HP Zero-Turn Rider with 44" Mower

Operator 's Manual - Page 8

For ZT18440KH.

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SafetyIcons& InteplockSystem
SAFETY ICONS
Warning: Read Operator's
Manual.
Read and understand the
Operator's Manual before using
this machine.
Danger: Thrown Objects.
This machine is capable of throwing
objects and debris. Keep
bystanders away.
Warning: Remove Key Before
Servicing.
Remove the key and consult techni-
cal literature before performing
repairs or maintenance.
Danger: Machine Rollover.
Operating on steep slopes can
cause sliding and loss of steering,
control and rollover. Do not use this
machine on slopes greater than 10°.
Danger: Machine Rollover.
Do not operate on any slopes when
wet or slippery. Do not operate near
drop-offs or near water.
Danger: Dismemberment.
This machine can amputate limbs.
Keep bystanders and children away
when engine is running.
Danger: Dismemberment.
This mower deck can amputate
limbs. Keep hands and feet away
from blades.
Danger: Dismemberment.
This machine can crush and cut.
Keep hands away from belts and
pulleys.
Danger: Carbon Monoxide
Poisoning.
Do not operate the engine in an
unventilated area.
Danger: Fire Hazard.
Keep unit free of grass, leaves and
excess oil. Do not add fuel while
engine is hot or running. Stop
engine and allow to cool for 5 min-
utes prior to adding fuel. Do not add
fuel indoors, in an enclosed trailer,
garage or other enclosed areas.
Clean up spilled fuel. Do not smoke
while operating this machine.
SAFETY INTERLOCK
SYSTEM
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 tamp-
er with safety devices. Check their operation regularly.
Operational SAFETY Checks
TEST 1 -- ENGINE SHOULD NOT CRANK IF:
* PTO switch is engaged, OR
* Parking brake is not engaged, OR
* Motion control handles are not in their NEUTRAL
positions.
TEST 2 -- ENGINE SHOULD CRANK IF:
* PTO switch is NOT engaged, AND
* Parking brake is engaged, AND
* Motion control handles are locked in their NEU-
TRAL positions.
TEST 3 -- ENGINE SHOULD SHUT OFF IF:
* Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged, OR
* Operator rises off seat with parking brake disen-
gaged, OR
* Operator moves motion control handles out of their
neutral positions before disengaging parking brake.
TEST 4 -- BLADE BRAKE CHECK
The mower blades and mower drive belt should come
to a complete stop within five seconds after the electric
PTO switch is turned off (or operator rises off seat). If
mower drive belt does not stop within five seconds, see
your dealer.
NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, the PTO switch
must be turned off, parking brake must be engaged,
and the ground speed control handles must be locked
in their NEUTRAL positions in order to start the engine.
, WARNING
if the unit does not pass a safety test, do not
operate it. See your authorized dealer. Under no
circumstance should you attempt to defeat the
purpose of the safety interlock system.
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