Hayter Mowers RT380H - Manual (Page 21)

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1. Operating-in-reverse light
4. Shift the traction control switch into Reverse and
complete your task.
5. Disengage the blade control (PTO) to activate the
interlock.
6. Remove the reverse interlock key and put it in a safe
place out of the reach of children.
Testing the Safety Interlock
System
If safety interlock switches are disconnected
or damaged, the tractor could operate
unexpectedly, causing personal injury.
• Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
• Check the operation of the interlock
switches daily and replace any damaged
switches before operating the tractor.
• Replace switches every 2 years regardless of
whether they are operating properly or not.
Test the safety system before you use the tractor each
time. If the safety interlock system does not operate as
described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer
repair the safety interlock system immediately. While
sitting in the seat, perform the following checks:
1. Set the parking brake. Shift the blade control (PTO)
to Engage, and turn the ignition key to Start: The
engine should not crank.
2. Shift the blade control (PTO) to Disengage and
release the parking brake. Turn the ignition key to
Start: The engine should not crank.
3. With the ground speed in Neutral, set the parking
brake, shift the blade control (PTO) to Disengage,
and start the engine. While the engine is running,
release the parking brake and rise slightly from the
seat: The engine should stop.
4. Shift the blade control (PTO) to Disengage, move
the traction control pedal to Neutral, set the parking
brake, and start the engine. While the engine is
running, shift the blade control (PTO) switch to
Engage and move the traction control pedal to
Reverse: The engine should stop.
5. Shift the blade control (PTO) to Disengage,
move the traction control pedal to Neutral, and
set the parking brake. Start the engine, shift
the blade control (PTO) switch to Engage, and
turn the reverse interlock key and release it: The
operating-in-reverse warning light should illuminate.
6. Shift the blade control (PTO) to Disengage: The
operating-in-reverse warning light should turn off.
Pushing the Tractor Manually
Important: Always push the tractor manually.
Never tow the tractor because you may damage
the transaxle.
To Push the Tractor
1. Disengage the blade control (PTO).
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Pull the drive control out to the Push position.
Note: This disengages the drive system and allows
the wheels to turn freely (Figure 22).
Figure 22
1. Operate position 2. Push position
To Operate the Tractor
Push the drive control into the Operate position. This
engages the drive system (Figure 22).
Note: The tractor will not drive unless the drive
control is in the Operate position.
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