Snapper LT180H42IBV2 Benutzerhandbuch

 

 
2.7.  REVERSE LOCKOUT MECHANISM 
 
Data indicates that tragic back-over accidents occur 
each year. These accidents usually involve 
unsupervised children. Many times these children have 
been given rides on the machine and have been trained 
to view this potentially dangerous piece of machinery as 
fun rather than being taught how to avoid danger. 
 
This riding mower has a Reverse Lockout Mechanism. 
This mechanism prevents the mower from being shifted 
into reverse with the blades running. To shift into reverse 
you must first stop the blades and then shift to reverse. It 
is our recommendation that this mechanism remain 
functional and the operator of this equipment develop 
the habit of never backing up with the blades running. As 
the Safety Instructions Indicate, DO NOT operate 
blades with machine in reverse. STOP BLADES, 
LOOK AND SEE BEHIND AND DOWN for children, 
pets and hazards before and while backing. 
 
We realize that this could cause a change to your 
previous mowing method but we encourage you to 
adjust to this new system. Do not defeat the Reverse 
Lockout Mechanism. 
 
If you operate your mower near roadways or use 
attachments that require quicker shifting to reverse, 
there is an override lever provided. This lever can be 
pushed and held before engaging the blades and will 
allow reverse operation until the blade switch is pushed 
in to the “OFF” position, at which time the system will 
return to its Reverse Lockout mode. This feature should 
never be selected unless you are absolutely sure that no 
children or others are present in the mowing area and 
that all children are away and supervised by a 
responsible adult. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

1.  Stop machine. Stop blades. 
2.  Depress and hold Override Lever. 
3.  Pull blade switch “OUT” to engage blade. 
4.  Release Override Lever 

 

 
IMPORTANT! DO NOT use the Reverse Lockout 
Mechanism Override as the normal operating mode. To 
return to the Reverse Lockout Mechanism mode, 
disengage (STOP) blades by pushing blade switch in to 
the “OFF” position. The Override will reset to Reverse 
Lockout.  
 

2.7.2.  Check the Reverse Lockout Mechanism 
Before each use, check the Reverse Lockout 
Mechanism for proper function. The following 
procedure requires the operation of the engine and 
blades. Before proceeding, Read, Understand, and 
Follow all Safety Instructions and Warnings in this 
manual and on the machine. 

1.  Complete Pre-Start Checklist. 
2.  Move machine to clear open area. DO NOT 

allow children or others in area.  

3.  Start engine. 
4.  Pull blade switch “OUT” to engage blades. 
5.  Reverse Lockout Mechanism must prevent 

speed control lever from going into reverse.