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

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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
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 PTO guard using the clevis pins and
hairpin cotters removed in step 3.
The Safety-Interlock
System
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:
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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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Lowering the
18).
1. Triangles light up when
2. Hopper up
Testing the Safety-Interlock
System
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Test the safety-interlock system before you use the
machine each time. If the safety system does not
operate as described below, have an Authorized
Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately.
1. Sit on the seat, engage the parking brake,
2. Sit on the seat, engage the parking brake, and
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The parking brake is engaged.
The PTO-engagement lever is disengaged.
The speed-control lever is in the N
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the interlock components
are in the correct position.
move the PTO-engagement lever to the O
position, and move the speed-control lever to
the N position. Try starting the engine;
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the engine should not start.
move the PTO-engagement lever to the O
position. Move the speed-control lever out of the
position
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3. Hour/Voltage display
4. Low-voltage indicator light
N
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