Dixon ZEETER User Manual

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
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PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST:
a) Put parking brake in OFF position
b) Turn ignition switch to START
Engine should not turn over or attempt to start.
BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST:
a) Put parking brake in ON  position
b) Engage blade drive switch.
c) Turn ignition switch to START.
Engine should not turn over or attempt to start.
SEAT SWITCH TEST:
a) In a safe area away from bystanders, start the
engine.
b) Engage blade drive switch.
c) Raise slightly off seat.
Engine should STOP!
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.