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Operation
General Operating Safety
Be sure to read aH information in the Operator Safety
section before attempting to operate this unit. Become
familiar with aH of the controls and how to stop the unit.
WARNmNG
If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not operate
it. See an authorized dealer.
Safety Interlock System Tests
This unit is equipped with a Safety Interlock System. Do not
attempt to bypass or tamper with the switches and devices.
Test 1 -- Engine shoumd NOT crank if:
o PTO switch is ON, OR
o Brake pedal is NOT fully depressed (parking brake
OFF), OR
The cruise control lever is NOT in NEUTRAL.
Test 2 -- Engine SHOULD crank if:
o PTO switch is OFF, AND
o Brake pedal is fully depressed (parking brake ON), AND
o The cruise control meveris in NEUTRAL.
Test 3 _ Engine shoumd SHUT OFF if:
o Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged. OR
o Operator rises off seat with brake pedal NOT fully
depressed (parking brake OFF).
Test 4 _ Check Mower Blade Stopping Time
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a como
plete stop within five seconds after electric PTO switch is
turned OFF. If mower drive belt does not stop within five
seconds, readjust the PTO clutch as described in the MAIN-
TENANCE section or see your dealer.
Test 5 _ Reverse Mow Option (RMO) Check
Engine should shut off if reverse travel is attempted if
the PTO has been switched on and RMO has not been
activated.
o RMO light should illuminate when RMO has been
activated.
NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, the PTO switch must
be turned off after the operator returns to the seat in order to
start the engine.
WARNmNG
Mowing in reverse can be hazardous to bystanders.
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Never activate the RMO if children
are present. Children are often attracted to the unit and the
mowing activity.
Check Tire Pressure
Tires should be checked periodically to provide the optimum
traction and to guarantee the best cut (see Figure 4).
NOTE: These pressures may differ slightly from the
"Maximum inflation"stamped on the side walls of the tires.
12-14 psi
(0,82-0,96 bar)
10 psi
(0,68 bar)
Figure 4
Oil Recommendations
We recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty
Certified oils for best performance. Other high-quality
detergent oils are acceptable if classified for service SF, SG,
SH, SJ or higher. Do not use special additives.
Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for
the engine. Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the
outdoor temperature range expected.
Oil Recommendations
oF
120 _ ._
0
-20
°C
49
o:i
_:_ 38
_-_ 27
o _ 15
R m 4
_: -18
-29
* Below 400 F (40C) the use of SAE 30 will result
inhard starting.
**Above 800F (270C) the use of 10W30maycause
increasedoil consumption.Checkoil levelmore
frequently.
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