Coronet / 2400 / RE 200 Series
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Perform
Safety Checks
Functional Tests
1. Check the tractor for loose bolts, screws, nuts, etc.
2. Start the engine and check all controls for proper
operation: ground speed control lever, clutch/brake
pedal, parking brake, throttle and choke cables, elec-
tric PTO clutch, headlight switch, steering, attachment
lift, etc.
3. Stop the engine and check for fluid leaks: oil, gaso-
line, or transmission oil.
4. If any control fails to operate properly during testing or
seems to be out of adjustment, check and readjust it
according to the following Adjustments section.
Mower Blade Stopping Check
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a
complete stop within five seconds after the electric clutch
switch is turned off.
With the tractor in neutral, the electric clutch switch dis-
engaged, and an operator in the seat, start the tractor
engine. Run the engine at full throttle. Engage the electric
PTO clutch switch and wait several seconds. Disengage
electric clutch switch and check the time it takes for the
mower drive belt to stop. If the mower drive belt does not
stop within five seconds, replace the clutch.
Seat Switch Connection
Check that the seat switch is connected to the seat
switch wire harness.
WARNING
Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, set the parking
brake, and wait for moving parts to stop before leav-
ing operator's position for any reason.
If the tractor does not pass the test, do not oper-
ate tractor. Under no circumstance should you
attempt to defeat the purpose of the safety
system.
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.
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