Dixon 2301 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST:
With parking brake in the OFF position,
engine should not turn over or attempt to
start when the key switch is moved to the
start position.
BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST:
(Electric Clutch or Manual Drive)
a. With either electric blade drive switch turned
on, or manual lever turned forward, parking
brake in On position, engine should not turn
over or attempt to start when key switch is
moved to the start
position.
b. In a SAFE AREA away from bystanders,
start the engine, place throttle setting at
maximum or full. Engage the blade drive
either through the electric clutch switch or
by turning the manual lever forward.
Raise weight slightly off of seat. Engine
should stop.
c. If any Safety Check fails, do not operate
the mower until the system has been
checked and repaired by an Authorized
Dixon ZTR Dealer.
TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS:
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