The Safety-Interlock System - Toro Z Master 8000 Series Operator's Manual

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1. PTO guard removed for
clarity
6. Raise the mower deck; refer to
Mower Deck into Service Position (page
7. Remove the bolt and washer at the front of each
FRS baffle (Figure
8. Rotate the baffles into the desired position and
install the bolt and washer.
Figure 15
1. Baffles—closed position
2. Baffles—open position
3. Bolt
4. Washer
5. Baffles
9. Lower the mower deck; refer to
Mower Deck to the Operating Position (page
2. Loosen the locknuts.
Raising the
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15).
Lowering the
10. Slightly tighten the locknuts on the rear studs
of the FRS baffles.
Note:
The locknuts on the rear studs may be
left slightly loose if you anticipate adjusting the
baffle frequently.
11. Install the rubber guard using the attached bolts.
The Safety-Interlock
System
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CAUTION
If the safety-interlock switches are
disconnected or damaged, the machine 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 machine.
Understanding the
Safety-Interlock System
The safety-interlock system is designed to prevent the
engine from starting unless:
•
The parking brake is engaged.
•
The PTO-engagement lever is disengaged.
•
The speed-control lever is in the N
The safety-interlock system is designed to stop the
engine when you rise from the seat when the PTO
is engaged.
The hour meter has symbols to notify you when the
interlock component is in the correct position. When
the component is in the correct position, a triangle
lights up in the corresponding square.
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