Operating Instructions B23
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Engaged
Position
Parking Brake Engaged
Disengaged
Position
Parking Brake Disengaged
Blade Clutch Switch (PTO)
The blade clutch switch (red button) is located
beside the steering levers. It is used to engage
and disengage the mower blades. The blade
clutch switch has two positions. Pull out the switch
to engage the PTO that drives the blades, and
push down the switch to disengage the PTO and
engage the blade brake.
Pull Out to
Engage
Blade Clutch Engaged
Transaxle Lockout Arms
The transaxle lockout arms disengage the transax-
les. By lifting the arms up and locking them into
place with the shoulder on the arm in the chassis
notch, the transaxles are released to permit free-
wheeling. By releasing the arms and recessing
them back toward the chassis, the transaxles are
engaged for normal operation. The transaxle arms
in the LOCKOUT position are used to enable
moving the machine without the engine running
(e.g., for service). Refer to Transaxle Lockout on
page 38 for operating instructions.
Transaxle
Lockout Arms
Transaxle Lockout Arm Location
NOTE: The transaxle lockout arms ends should
be completely retracted against the chassis, other-
wise operation of the transaxle may be erratic.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT TOW this mower faster
than 2 mph (3.2 km/h) with the transaxle lockout
engaged. Towing can produce excessive internal
pressure and damage the transaxle(s).
Circuit Breaker and Fuses
Two (2) 5 amp fuses are located underneath the
RH side of the seat panel adjacent to ignition
switch, and they protect the safety circuits and
relays. An auto-reset 30 amp master circuit break-
er is located in the rear left of the chassis and
protects the charging system.