Testing Hood Switch

Test 1

1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. Raise hood.

3. Lock park brake.

4. Try to start engine.

   Result: Engine must not crank. If engine cranks, there is a problem with your safety interlock circuit.

Test 2

1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. Close hood.

3. Lock park brake.

4. Start engine.

5. Raise hood.

   Result: Engine should begin to stop. PTO should shut off immediately and mower blades should stop.