Operation; Safety Interlock System Tests; Using Controls; Driving And Stopping The Unit - Murray ELT155420H Manual Del Operador

Operation

Safety Interlock System Tests

WARNING: This unit is equipped with safety
interlock switches and other safety devices.
These safety systems are present for your
safety. Do not attempt to bypass safety
switches, and never tamper with safety
devices.
Test 1 — Engine should NOT start if:
• Blade rotation control is in the ENGAGE position, OR
• Brake pedal is NOT fully depressed (parking brake
OFF).
Test 2 — Engine SHOULD start if:
• Operator is sitting in seat, AND
• Blade rotation control is in the DISENGAGE position,
AND
• Brake pedal is fully depressed (parking brake ON).
Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if:
• Operator rises off seat.
Test 4 — Check Blade Brake Stopping Time
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a
complete stop within five seconds after blade rotation control
is moved to DISENGAGE position. If the mower drive belt
does not stop within five seconds, see your dealer.
WARNING: If the unit does not pass a safety
test, do not operate it. See your authorized
dealer.

Using Controls

How To Use The Throttle Control (Figure 8)
Use the throttle control (G) to increase or de crease the
speed of the engine.
1. The FAST position is marked with a detent. For normal
operation and when using a grass bagger, move the
throttle control to the FAST position. For maximum
charging of the battery and for a cooler running engine,
oper ate the engine in the FAST position.
2. The engine governor is set at the factory for maximum
performance. Do not adjust the governor to increase the
speed of the en gine.
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How To Use The Blade Rotation Control (Figure 8)
Use the blade rotation control (A) to engage the
blade(s).
1. Before you start the engine, make sure the
rotation control (A) is in the DISEN GAGE position.
2. Move the blade rotation control (A) to the
ENGAGE position to rotate the blade(s).
NOTE: If the engine stops when you en gage the
blade(s), the seat switch is not activated. Make sure
you sit in the middle of the seat.
3. Move the blade rotation control (A) to the
DISENGAGE position to stop the blade(s). Before you
leave the operator's position, make sure the blade(s)
has stopped rotating.
4. Before you ride the unit across a sidewalk or a road,
move the blade rotation control (A) to the
DISENGAGE position.
WARNING: Always keep your hands and
feet away from the blade, deflector opening,
and the mower housing when the engine
runs.
How To Use The Speed Control Pedal (Figure 8)
The drive system uses a Hydrostatic Automatic Drive
transmission. The Hydrostatic trans mission is very easy to
operate. This type of drive system does not require a shift
lever or a clutch pedal.
The speed and direction of travel is controlled by a single
speed control pedal (D) operated with your right foot.
Do not use the left brake pedal in normal operation. Only use
the left brake pedal to quickly stop in an emergency.

Driving and Stopping the Unit

How To Drive Forward
1. (Figure 10) The automatic drive discon nect (A)
must be in the DRIVE position (B).
2. Slowly release your left foot from the brake pedal.
3. Move the throttle control to the FAST posi tion.
4. (Figure 11) Slowly push the
(A) forward (D) to the desired speed.
5. To increase forward speed, slowly move the
control pedal (A) forward. To reduce forward speed,
slowly release the speed control pedal (A) until the
unit slows to the desired speed.
blade
speed control pedal
speed
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