Dixon Black Bear - Manual (Page 25)

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
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PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST:
a) Swing control levers to outward position
b) Disengage blade drive switch
c) Put parking brake in OFF position
d) Turn ignition switch to START
Engine should not turn over or attempt to start.
CONTROL LEVER SWITCH TEST:
a) Disengage blade drive switch
b) Put parking brake in ON position
c) Swing control levers inward
d) Turn ignition switch to START
Engine should not turn over or attempt to start.
NOTE: If any safety check fails, do not operate the
mower until the system has been checked and repaired
by an Authorized Dixon® Dealer.
TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS:
Failure to observe the following testing instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
The following tests should be performed at the start
of each mowing day.