Snapper 18HP Lawn Mower User Manual


 
7
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 tamper
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 the NEUTRAL
position.
TEST 2 — ENGINE SHOULD CRANK IF:
PTO switch is NOT engaged, AND
Parking brake is engaged, AND
Motion control handles are locked in the NEUTRAL
position.
TEST 3 — ENGINE SHOULD SHUT OFF IF:
Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged, OR
Operator rises off seat with parking brake
disengaged.
Operator moves motion control handles out of their
neutral positions before disengaging parking brake.
TEST 4 — BLADE BRAKE CHECK
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a
complete stop within five (5) seconds after electric PTO
switch is turned off (or operator rises off seat). If mower
drive belt does not stop within five (5) seconds, see your
dealer.
NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, PTO switch must
be turned off, parking brake must be engaged, and the
motion control handles must be locked in the NEUTRAL
position after the operator returns to the seat 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.
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
technical 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: 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: 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
minutes 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.
Danger: Dismemberment.
This machine can crush and cut.
Keep hands away from belts and
pulleys.
Danger: Machine Rollover.
Do not operate on any slopes when
wet or slippery. Do not operate near
drop-offs or near water.
Safety Icons & Interlock System