Operation; Attachments; Electrical Safety System; Using Controls - BEAL NPMS17.5/117H Notice D'emploi

Operation

Attachments

This unit can use many different attachments.
For all pull-behind attachments or trailers, the maximum gross
weight is 250 pounds (113 kg). Gross weight is the weight of
the attachment or trailer and any load that might be on or in it.
Do not operate on a slope that is greater than 10 degrees
when using a pull-behind attachment or trailer. Never allow
someone to stand or ride on or in an attachment or trailer.

Electrical Safety System

Operator Presence System (Seat)
The seat has an Operator Presence System to shut off the
engine when the operator leaves the seat. This system is
not intended for regular use in stopping the engine or the
blade(s). Before leaving the seat, move the blade rotation
control to the DISENGAGE position, shift to neutral, set the
parking brake, and stop the engine.
How to Check the Safety Interlock Switches
To check the function of the safety interlock switches, follow
the steps below.
1. Check the blade rotation control switch. Sit in the seat.
Depress the clutch/brake pedal. Move the blade rotation
control to the ENGAGE position. Turn the ignition
switch to the START position. The engine should not
start. If the engine starts, the switch is defective and
must be replaced.
2. Check the clutch/brake switch. Sit in the seat. Move the
blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position. DO
NOT depress the clutch/brake pedal. Turn the ignition
switch to the START position. The engine should not
start. If the engine starts, the switch is defective and
must be replaced.
3. Check the Operator Presence System switch. DO NOT
sit in the seat. Depress the clutch/brake pedal. Move
the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position.
Turn the ignition switch to the START position. The
engine should not start. If the engine starts, the switch
is defective and must be replaced.
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Using Controls

How to Use the Throttle Control
Use the throttle control to increase or decrease the speed of
the engine.
CAUTION: Always operate the engine with the throttle
control in the FAST position. If the engine runs for several
minutes at slower than the FAST position, the engine and
transmission will overheat and can be damaged.
1. The FAST position is marked with a detent. For normal
operation and when using a grass bagger, move the
throttle control to the FAST position. For maximum
charging of the battery and for a cooler running engine
and transmission, operate the engine in the FAST
position.
2. For transport and to tow pull behind attachments,
control the ground speed with the speed control pedal.
3. The engine governor is set at the factory for maximum
performance. Do not adjust the governor to increase
the speed of the engine.
How to Use the Blade Rotation Control
The blade rotation control is next to the steering wheel
(Figure 9). Use the blade rotation control to engage the
blade(s) or to operate a snow thrower attachment.
1. Before you start the engine, make sure the blade
rotation control is in the DISENGAGE position (A).
2. Move the blade rotation control to the ENGAGE position
(B) to rotate the blade(s).
NOTE: If the engine stops when you engage the
blade(s), the seat switch is not activated. Make sure
you sit in the middle of the seat. Also, make sure the
wire is connected to the seat switch.
3. Move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE
position (A) to stop the blade(s). Before you leave the
operator's position, make sure the blade(s) has stopped
rotating.
4. Before you ride the unit across a sidewalk or a road,
move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE
position (A).
WARNING: Always keep your hands and feet away
from the blade, deflector opening, and the mower
housing when the engine runs.
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