Operation; Safety Interlock System Tests; Adding Fuel; Starting The Engine - Simplicity Regent Serie Manual Del Operador

Safety Interlock System Tests

This unit is equipped with a Safety Interlock System. Do
not attempt to bypass or tamper with the switches and
devices.
Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank if:
• PTO switch is ON, OR
• Brake pedal is NOT fully depressed (parking brake
OFF), OR
• The cruise control lever is NOT in NEUTRAL.
Test 2 — Engine SHOULD crank if:
• PTO switch is OFF, AND
• Brake pedal is fully depressed (parking brake ON),
AND
• The cruise control lever is in NEUTRAL.
Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if:
• Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged, OR
• Operator rises off seat with brake pedal NOT fully de-
pressed (parking brake OFF).
Test 4 — Check Mower Blade Stopping Time
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a
complete stop within five seconds after electric PTO
switch is turned OFF (or operator rises off seat). If mower
drive belt does not stop within five seconds, readjust the
PTO clutch as described in the MAINTENANCE section
or see your dealer.
Test 5 — Reverse Mow Option (RMO) Check
• Engine should shut off if reverse travel is attempted
if the PTO has been switched on and RMO has not
been activated.
• RMO light should illuminate when RMO has been ac-
tivated.
NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, the PTO switch
must be turned off after the operator returns to the seat in
order to start the engine.
WARNING
If the unit does not pass a safety test, do
not operate it. See your authorized dealer.

Adding Fuel

WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable
and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
When Adding Fuel
• Turn engine off and let engine cool at least 2
minutes before removing the fuel cap.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area.
• Do not overfill fuel tank. To allow for expansion of
the fuel, do not fill above the bottom of the fuel tank
neck.
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot
lights, heat, and other ignition sources.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently
for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting
engine.
1. Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 3).
2. Fill the tank. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank for
fuel expansion. Refer to your Engine Manual for specific
fuel recommendations.
3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.

Starting the Engine

WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable
and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
When Starting Engine
• Ensure that spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air
cleaner (if equipped) are in place and secured.
• Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
• If engine floods, set choke (if equipped) to OPEN/RUN
position, move throttle (if equipped) to FAST position
and crank until engine starts.

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