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Safety Interlock Switches
This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the
protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever
malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact an authorized
MTD service dealer.
The safety interlock system prevents the engine from
cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged,
and the PTO (Blade Engage) knob (or lever) is in the
disengaged (OFF) position.
The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves
the seat before engaging the parking brake.
Models with Manual PTO (Blade Engage)
The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves
the tractor’s seat with the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the
engaged (ON) position, regardless of whether the parking
brake is engaged.
With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position,
the engine will automatically shut off if the PTO (Blade
Engage) lever is moved into the engaged (ON) position
with the drive pedal in Reverse.
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Models with Electric PTO (Blade Engage)
The electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically
shut off if the operator leaves the tractor’s seat with the
PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the engaged (ON) position,
regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged.
With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position,
the electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically
shut off if the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is moved into
the engaged (ON) position with the drive pedal lever in
Reverse.
WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the
interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was
designed for your safety and protection.
Reverse Caution Mode
WARNING: Use extreme caution while operating
the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Always
look down and behind before and while backing.
Do not operate the tractor when children or others
are around. Stop the tractor immediately if someone
enters the area.
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module
allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO)
engaged.
IMPORTANT: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.
To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE:
IMPORTANT: The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat.
Start the engine as previously instructed in this Operator’s
Manual.
Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING (Green) position
to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the
key switch module. See Fig. 4-5.
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