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Operating
the Rider
GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY
Be sure to read all information in the Safety and
Operation sections before attempting to operate this unit.
Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop
the unit.
CHECKS BEFORE STARTING
• Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick.
See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions
and oil recommendations.
• Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in
place and tight.
• Adjust the seat position, and make certain you can
reach all controls from operator’s position.
• Fill the gasoline tank with fresh fuel. Refer to engine
manual for fuel recommendations.
• Make certain proper wheel or counterweights are
installed if required, and use extra caution if you will
be operating the unit on sloping ground.
SAFETY
INTERLOCK SYSTEM
This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and other
safety devices. 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.
Operational SAFETY Checks
Your unit is equipped with a seat switch safety system.
Check the seat switch operation every fall and spring with the
following tests.
Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank if any of the
following conditions exist:
• Transmission lever is OUT of Neutral, OR
• PTO switch is engaged (ON), OR
• Clutch/brake pedal is NOT fully depressed.
Test 2 — Engine SHOULD crank if ALL of the
following conditions are met:
• Transmission lever is IN neutral, AND
• PTO switch is NOT engaged, AND
• Clutch/brake pedal IS fully depressed.
Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if any of the
following conditions exist:
• Operator rises off seat with clutch/brake pedal NOT fully
depressed (parking brake OFF), OR
• Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged.
NOTE: If operator returns to seat before engine stops, the
engine will re-start and electric PTO clutch will re-engage.
NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, PTO switch must be
turned off after operator returns to the seat in order to start
the engine.
Test 4 — Blade Brake Check
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a com-
plete stop within five seconds after electric PTO switch is
turned off. If mower drive belt does not stop within five sec-
onds, see your dealer.
Test 5 — 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.
• RMO light should illuminate when RMO has been
activated.
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.
ADDING FUEL
To add fuel:
1. Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 4).
2. Fill the tank. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank
for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for
specific fuel recommendations.
3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.