Cub Cadet C-155G - Manual (Page 12)

SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
WARNING: Read, understand, and
follow all instructions and warnings
on the machine and in this manual
before operating.
This tractor is equipped with a safety inter-
lock system for the protection of the
operator. If the interlock system should ever
malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Con-
tact an authorized service dealer. The safety
interlock system prevents the engine from
cranking or starting unless the parking brake
is engaged, and the deck engagement/lift le-
ver is in the disengaged (BLADES STOP)
position.
• The engine will automatically shut off if the
operator leaves the seat before engaging
the parking brake.
• The engine will automatically shut off if the
operator leaves the tractor’s seat with the
deck engagement/ lift lever in ANY position
other than BLADES STOP.
• The engine will automatically shut off if the
deck engagement/lift lever is moved out of
the BLADES STOP position with the speed
control lever in position for reverse travel.
OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
WARNING: Read, understand, and
follow all instructions and warnings
on the machine and in this manual
before operating.
• Service the engine with oil and gasoline as
described in the engine manual.
• Depress the clutch-brake pedal and set the
parking brake.
• Place the deck engagement/lift lever in the
DISENGAGED (BLADES STOP) position.
STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING: Do not operate the lawn
tractor if the interlock system is
malfunctioning because it is a
safety device, designed for
protection.
NOTE: To open the hood simply lift up
on both sides of the hood.
• Insert the tractor key into the ignition
switch.
• Activate the choke control (a warm engine
may not require choking).
• Turn the ignition key clockwise to the
START position. After the engine starts, re-
lease the key. It will return to the ON
position.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT hold the key in the
START position for longer than ten seconds
at a time. Doing so may cause damage to
your engine’s electric starter.
• After the engine starts, deactivate the
choke control and place the throttle control
in the FAST position.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT leave the choke con-
trol on while operating the tractor. Doing so
will result in a “rich” fuel mixture and cause
the engine to run poorly.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
WARNING: If you strike a foreign
object, stop the engine. Remove
wire from spark plug, thoroughly
inspect the unit for any damage,
and repair the damage before
restarting and operating the mower.
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WARNING
• GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACROSS -
AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.
• AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH .
• DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT
COULD SLIP OR TIP .
• IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP
BLADE(S) AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY.
• DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS
ARE AROUND .
• NEVER CARRY CHILDREN .
• LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND
WHILE BACKING.
• KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS,
AND SWITCHES) IN PLACE AND WORKING.
• REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN
BY THE BLADE(S).
• KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL
CONTROLS .
• BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE
STOPPED BEFORE PLACING HANDS OR FEET
NEAR BLADE(S) .
• BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR’S POSITION,
DISENGAGE BLADE(S), PLACE THE SHIFT
LEVER IN NEUTRAL, ENGAGE BRAKE LOCK,
SHUT ENGINE OFF AND REMOVE KEY.
READ OPERATOR’S MANUALS.