DR Power Walk-behind 12.5 HP Tecumseh with 42 Lawn Deck - Manual (Page 23)

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CHAPTER 4
OPERATING YOUR DR WIDE-CUT LAWN MOWER
This chapter covers the procedures for starting and stopping your new DR WIDE-CUT LAWN
MOWER and
discusses basic operation features. You may find it helpful to review the DR WIDE-CUT LAWN MOWER
Controls and Features in Figure 1 on page 11 before reading this chapter.
The Pre-Start Safety Check
Your DR WIDE-CUT LAWN MOWER is fitted with an Operator Presence System to prevent the Blades from
cutting without an operator in the proper position at the controls. In addition, normal wear and tear can
bring about the need for adjustment to some running parts to insure that they function properly in terms of
safe operation.
For your protection, it is imperative that you perform these test procedures before each use of the machine to
verify that the safety equipment is in good order and that no part adjustments are needed for safe operation.
Test your Operator Presence Control System:
1. Stand in the Operating Position behind the Handlebars, start your machine (see page 20), and engage
the Blades (see page 21).
2. Remain behind the Handlebars and release both hands from the controls.
3. THE ENGINE SHOULD SHUT OFF IMMEDIATELY. If the Engine does not stop, your Operator
Presence Control System may be damaged or disabled.
TURN OFF YOUR MACHINE BY USING THE IGNITION KEY AND STOP USING YOUR MACHINE
IMMEDIATELY!
Inspect the system for the following:
•
Intentional disabling of the system through part modification or temporary measures used to override
the system.
•
Loose electrical connections.
•
Broken parts.
After inspection, repeat this test. If your system still does not operate properly, REMOVE THE KEY FROM
THE IGNITION SWITCH TO PREVENT OTHERS FROM OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT.
Visit our website at www.DRPower.com or call our Technical Support Representatives Toll Free:
1(800) DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.