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7 OPERATION
7.1 DAILY INSPECTION ___________________________________________________
1. Perform a visual inspection of the entire unit, look for signs of wear, loose hardware and missing or
damaged components. Check for fuel and oil leaks to ensure connections are tight and hoses and tubes
are in good condition.
2. Check the fuel supply, radiator coolant level, crankcase oil level and air cleaner is clean. All fluids must be
at the full mark with the engine cold.
3. Make sure all cutting units are adjusted to the same height of cut.
4. Check all tyres for proper inflation.
5. Test the operator presence and safety interlock system.
7.2 OPERATOR PRESENCE AND SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
1. The operator presence & safety interlock system prevents the engine from starting unless the parking
brake is on, and the mowing device is switched off. The system stops the engine if the operator leaves the
seat with the parking brake disengaged. If the operator leaves the seat with the mowing device engaged
and the parking brake on the mowing device will stop.
2. Perform each of the following tests to ensure the operator presence & safety interlock system is
functioning properly. Stop the test and have the system inspected and repaired if any of the tests fail as
listed below:
• The engine does not start in test 1;
• The engine does start during tests 2 or 3.
• The engine stops during test 4.
3. Refer to the chart below for each test and follow the check () marks across the chart. Shut engine off
between each test.
Test 1: Represents normal starting procedure. The operator is seated, parking brake is on, the operators
feet are off the pedals and the mower engagement device is off. The engine should start.
CAUTION
The Daily Inspection Should Be Performed
Only When The Engine Is Off And All Fluids
Are Cold. Lower Implements To The Ground,
Engage Parking Brake, Stop Engine And
Remove Ignition Key.
WARNING
Never Operate The Equipment With The
Operator Presence & Safety Interlock
System Disengaged Or Malfunctioning.
Do Not Disconnect Or Bypass Any
Switch.
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